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CNC Manufacturing Technology 1-2-3 is a unique and intensive training experience that improves a manufacturing employee’s effectiveness on the shop floor. The program works simultaneously in multiple content areas in an all-in-one model. You will experience an actual production machining environment that culminates in a finished multi-component product.
- Introduction to Basic Machining Ops on Manual Machines
- Milling, Turning, Grinding
- CNC Programming and Machine Setup and Work Holding Techniques
- CNC Tooling Technology
- Print interpretation, GD&T applications & Precision inspection
- Shop mathematics, Process planning & Lean Manufacturing
- Level 1–Basic Machining Operations and CNC Basics
- Level 2–Intermediate skills that build from level 1
- Level 3–4th and 5th axis machining, Mastercam 2017.
In This Course You’ll Learn To:
- nterpret and analyze blueprints effectively, including understanding lines, auxiliary views, sectional views and dimensioning practices for holes, chamfers, angles and tapers.
- demonstrate proficiency using a diverse range of measurement devices, including calipers, micrometers, scales, thread gauges and coordinate measuring machines (CMM) to accurately measure workpiece characteristics
- apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GDT) principles to individual feature types and assess their compliance with design specifications
- create, manage and troubleshoot CMM programs in a manufacturing shop environment including equipment orientation, verification checks and advanced alignments
- utilize critical thinking skills to analyze measurement data, identify deviations from design requirements and implement corrective actions to ensure precision machining and inspection outcomes
Admission Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- GED or high school diploma
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