Course Overview
This course examines the relative merits of different metal removal processes from a quality, reliability and productivity point of view. The sequence of operations necessary to manufacture metal components reliably and economically are examined. CNC, semi-automatic and manual machining techniques are compared. G-code and CAM techniques for programming CNC lathes will be studied.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Assess the relative merits of different metal removal processes.
- Compare CNC, semi-automatic and manual machining processes based on quantity and quality requirements.
- Develop a sequence of operations (a Process Plan) to manufacture components reliably and economically.
- Select tooling to optimize metal removal and maintain tool life.
- Estimate cycle times for machining components.
- Manually write G-code programs for a CNC lathe.
- Generate CNC programs for a CNC lathe using CAM software.
Effective as of Winter 2014
Related Programs
Process Planning & CNC Programming (MANU 4415) is offered as a part of the following programs:
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- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Energy
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Manufacturing Option)
Diploma Full-time
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