MAC 101
INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE SHOP
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Covers safety procedures, use of bench tools, layout tools, power saws, drill presses, precision measurement tools, and various hand tools related to the machine shop. Also included are sharpening drill bits and general purpose turning tools for the lathe and determining speeds and feeds for both the lathe and the milling machine.
MAC 105
INTRODUCTION TO MACHINING TECHNOLOGY
4 CR. (1.5L/3.75 LBV)
Introduces the student to the changing era of machining technology, emphasizing terminology, referencing and applications related to manufacturing environments. The fundamental use of bench tools, layout procedures, materials, precision measuring tools, machining processes, drilling and cut-off machines and other machining/manufacturing processes will be stressed. Skill competencies and standards will be identified. Use of the Machinery`s Handbook will be strictly required and particular competencies may require performance evaluations.
MAC 130
CONVENTIONAL LATHE OPERATIONS
4 CR. (1.5L/3.75 LBV)
Covers basic lathe applications which will consist of identifying lathe components and controls, understanding turning safety, calculating speeds and feeds, using various tools and tool holders, identifying basic tool geometry, and the use of common lathe spindle tooling. Students will perform basic lathe operations, which will consist of facing, center-drilling, chuck turning, turning between centers, boring, grooving, tapers, knurling, and single point threading. Students will be required to produce specified parts to a tolerance of +/- .004 in. and perform competencies set by manufacturing standards.
MAC 131
MILLING MACHINES AND OPERATIONS
4 CR. (1.5L/3.75 LBV)
Introduces vertical milling machines. The operations and applications will consist of using the machine controls, speeds and feeds, spindles, arbors and adapters cutting tools, tool holders, conventional and climb milling applications simple indexing, fixture alignments, work holding methods. Students will become familiar with set-up applications considering offset boring operations, face milling, plain milling, and precision drilling applications. Students will be required to produce parts to a tolerance of +/- .004in. and perform competencies set by manufacturing standards.
MAC 141
ADVANCED MACHINING OPERATIONS
4 CR. (1.5L/3.75 LBV)
Provides the student the use of various conventional machine tools used in a machine shop environment. The use of engine lathes, horizontal and vertical milling machines, surface grinders, drill presses, pedestal grinders, power cut-off saws and other machine tools commonly used to produce quality machined parts in today ’s manufacturing environments. Machining competencies will stressed and students will be required to produce parts manufactured by local manufacturing companies with the consideration of ISO quality standards.
MAC 145
PRODUCTION MANUFACTURING CONCEPTS
3 CR. (3L)
Familiarizes the student to concepts related to manufacturing environments. Topics will consist of, but not be limited to Material Identification, Shop Floor Management, Just-In Time Manufacturing, Kan-Ban Systems, Statistical Quality Control, Total Quality Management. Various lectures and demonstrations of these processes will be delivered. Students may be required to re-search, explore, and report on particular manufacturing processes or topics.
MAC 146
ABRASIVE WATERJET MACHINING
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Provides the student an introduction to manufacturing processes using an abrasive waterjet machine. The student will also become familiar with the care and maintenance of abrasive waterjet machines.
MAC 201
INTRODUCTION TO CNC TURNING OPERATIONS
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
CORQ: MAT 090, equivalent assessment test score, or Instructor approval. Covers computer numerical control (CNC) lathe operations, control functions, the letter address system, the program format, and machine setup. G & M codes, control functions, the letter address system, and math issues related to CNC are included. This class is NOT offered on an open-entry, open-exit basis.
MAC 205
INTRODUCTION TO CNC MILLING OPERATIONS
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
CORQ: MAT 090, equivalent assessment test score, or Instructor approval. Provides transitional information between conventional machining applications and the typical applications found in Computer Numerical Control Machining. Topics may consist of Numerical Control Systems, The Cartesian Coordinate System, High Efficiency Tooling Applications, Objectives of Numerical Control, Calculating Speed and Feed Rates, Defining and Calculating Tool Motion, Fixturing Requirements, Basic Program Structure, Programming Codes, and Basic Conversational Programming. Operations of NC machines will be required.
MAC 206
CNC MILLING OPERATIONS II
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Exposes the student to the principle operations of both vertical and horizontal CNC milling machines via lecture instruction methods, multi-media instruction methods, and manufacturing hands-on methods. The student will be exposed to the basic CNC machining center, principle operations, manual controls, programming methods, tool-offsets, G54-G59 work offsets, cutter radius compensation and tool selection methods. General operator skills and basic setup skills will be stressed.
MAC 240
CAD/CAM 2D
3 CR. (3L)
PRQ: CIS 110, equivalent assessment test score, or Instructor approval. Provides the student with the essential concepts and techniques that are required to successfully create part geometry, generate tool path, verify tool path models, and post process the NC codes. The student will be exposed to a 2-axis machining, 3-axis machining wire frame and surface modeling, lathe programming, and DNC systems. Programming projects and models will be demonstrated in the CNC manufacturing lab.
MAC 241
CAD CAM 2D LAB
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Requires students to produce a variety of lab exercises on robotic machinery in conjunction with MAG 240. Aspects of toolpaths for contour, drill and pocket will be covered. Chaining geometry, setting parameters, and managing cutter compensations will be addressed in both multi-tool programs and remachining operations. Coursework will primarily focus on 2D geometry projects.
MAC 245
CADCAM 3D
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Covers both the production and surfacing of three-dimensional geometry in a self-paced setting. Issues will be covered related to the production of wire frames, solids, surfaces, the joining of surfaces, joining of solids, managing construction planes, sweeping, rotating, and controlling parameter settings. A familiarity with Mastercam, CNC programming techniques, and CNC operations is recommended.
MAC 246
CADCAM 3D LAB
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Requires students to produce a variety of three dimensional lab exercises on robotic machinery in a self-paced format in conjunction with MAG 225. Coursework will focus primarily on advanced geometry to include developing an understanding of CNC codes related to work offsets, cutter compensations, and tool management within CADCAM programs on the milling machine.
MAC 250
ADVANCED INSPECTION TECHNIQUES
3 CR. (1L/3 LBV)
Exposes the student to the principles of dimensional metrology. Students will learn how to use common measuring instruments relating to state-of-the-art manufacturing environments. Students will also learn the importance of Quality Control, TQM, and SPC processes as they relate to manufacturing environments. Use of a coordinate measuring machine will be delivered.
MAC 254
LIFTING DEVICES
1 CR. (.5L/.75 LBV)
Introduces the student to safe rigging procedures as well as calculating maximum load at numerous angles.
MAC 255
MECHANICAL COMPONENTS I
5 CR. (2L/4.5 LBV)
Covers common mechanical components used on industrial equipment. It is designed to assist maintenance staff in removal, installation, and maintenance of plant equipment. It includes safety, fits, threads, bearings, fasteners, and hardware, lubrication, assembly, and the use of hand tools.
MAC 256
INDUSTRIAL COMPONENTS
3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)
Covers common mechanical components used on industrial equipment. It is designed to assist maintenance staff in removal, installation and maintenance of plant equipment. It includes safety, fits, threads, bearings, fasteners, and hardware, lubrication, assembly, and the use of hand.
MAC 265
MECHANICAL COMPONENTS II
5 CR. (2L/4.5 LBV)
PRQ: MAC 255. Covers common mechanical components used on industrial equipment. It is designed to assist maintenance staff in removal, installation and maintenance of plant equipment. It includes coupling, vibration, shafting, keys and keyways, belts and chain drives, gears and gear drive, and seals.
MAC 275
SPECIAL TOPICS
1-6 CR. (L/LBV)
This course provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. |