Computer aided manufacturingLaajuus (2 cr)
Code: KC00DS59
Objective
Students will learn the functions of numerically controlled (NC) machines in today's field of engineering. They will understand NC programming and the manufacturing of products with an NC machine.
Content
- Types of NC machines and their functions
- Computerized production environment
- Using an NC machine and safety
- Attachment systems
- Tool systems
-Machining parametres
- G and M codes
- Machining co-ordinates
- CAM software and NC programming with a 3D model of a product
Students will do assignments using the MasterCAM software.
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Level 1 - 2: Students are familiar with CAM-program and the basic NC-machine operations
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Level 3 - 4: As above. In addition, students will be able to use the CAM-program for programming NC-programs for easy machined workpieces
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Level 5: As above. In addition, students will be able to use independently NC-machine workpieces manufacture and use CAM-software.
Materials
Pikkarainen E. 1999. NC-tekniikan perusteet. Helsinki Hakapaino Oy. pp. 170. ISBN 952-13-0452-9. Smid, P. 2008. CNC Programming Handbook Third Edition. Industrial Press, NY.