CNC Mill Operations and Programming

This course examines the set-up, operation, and programming of computer numerical control (CNC) mills. Topics include the various coordinate systems used in computer numerical control (CNC) programming, part programming, cutting processes, diagnosis and corrections of programming techniques used in production machining. Various metal-cutting strategies and theory such as calculating spindle speeds, cutting feed-rates, and tool radius compensation values are also presented. Students will be using vertical machining centers and will have the opportunity to test for their National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level 1 CNC Mill Programming Setup and Operations credential.