Introduction to Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) & Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
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Course Code | LA03858 |
Location | Bersham Road |
Duration | Part Time, 2.5hr / 34weeks |
Department | Engineering, Manufacturing & Maintenance |
Start Date | Roll On, Roll Off |
End Date | Roll On, Roll Off |
Course Overview
Learning Outcomes
1. Be able to create a 3D model of an engineering component
2. Be able to produce a manufacturing drawing of an engineering component
3. Be able to use a computer to produce a suitable program to enable the production of a component on a CNC milling machine and/or lathe
4. Be able to manufacture a standard component using the appropriate machine tool (CNC milling machine and/or lathe)
5. Be able to transfer a program to a CNC milling machine and/or lathe
6. Be able to setup a CNC milling machine and/or lathe
*Night courses will require a sufficient number of learners to run. Please register to show interest for a desired course.
1. Be able to create a 3D model of an engineering component
2. Be able to produce a manufacturing drawing of an engineering component
3. Be able to use a computer to produce a suitable program to enable the production of a component on a CNC milling machine and/or lathe
4. Be able to manufacture a standard component using the appropriate machine tool (CNC milling machine and/or lathe)
5. Be able to transfer a program to a CNC milling machine and/or lathe
6. Be able to setup a CNC milling machine and/or lathe
*Night courses will require a sufficient number of learners to run. Please register to show interest for a desired course.
None.
End of year written test and a practical assignment.
CNC Programmers / Operators.
£550.00
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