Nov 21, 2024  
2024-2025 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
2024-2025 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
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MAC 180 CNC Turn: Prog Set & Oper (4 Credit Hours)


Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Clinical/Work Experience Hours: 0
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces two-dimensional coordinate planes in a simple program used for the production of a part on a computer numerical controlled (CNC) lathe. Topics include blueprints, basic G and M codes, editor software, linear and circular interpolation, CNC lathes, process plan, Machinery Handbook, programming techniques and tool path. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proper industry techniques for developing a simple program for creating a part on a CNC lathe.



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