CAM 2204 Computer Numerical Control Lathe Programming

Development of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programs for two axis CNC lathes including linear and circular interpolation, turning,grooving and threading cycles; drilling and tapping; G & M codes. Review setup and operation of CNC lathe; adjusting tool offsets to hold part tolerance. Two classroom, two lab hours per week.

Prerequisites: CAM 1109 or CAM 1161 and CAM 1116

Course Outcomes

• Following an operations process plan, write and debug a CNC program for the CNC lathe.
• Analyze part and develop an appropriate manufacturing operations process plan utilizing tooling for CNC lathe.
• Utilizing the process plan and CNC program, setup the CNC lathe with all tools, program and manufacture the part.

Credit Hours: 3

• Classroom: 2 hours
• Lab: 2 hours

• Division: Science, Mathematics and Engineering
• Department: Computer Aided Manufacturing

• Repeatable Credit: No
• Offered Online: No