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High Performance Engine Machinist Courses

HPEM 2260

CNC Block Machining

Credits: 2

Description: This course covers the safe operation and set up of the RMC CNC machine. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): AMAC1106

Credit Breakdown: 1/1/0 (Lecture/Lab/On the job training)


Outline

This course should help you gain the following abilities and competencies.

Prerequisites

Core Abilities

  1. Demonstrate thinking/active learning skills.
  2. Demonstrate career/computation skills.
  3. Demonstrate technology skills.
  4. Demonstrate self-development skills.

Competencies

  1. Exhibit safe setup and operation of the CNC block machine
  2. Operate the CNC machine to probe blocks
  3. Display professionalism
  4. Use the manual controls to machine blocks
  5. Demonstrate proper tool setup
  6. Exhibit blueprinting blocks
  7. Calculate block specs for machining
  8. Demonstrate block lightening
  9. Demonstrate lifter bore machining
  10. Maintain clean, neat, and orderly work area

Guidelines for Success

ADA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, learners are encouraged to register with Learning Services Director in Learning Enirchment Center for assistance with accommodations. It is the learner's responsibility to voluntarily and confidentially disclose information regarding the nature and extent of a disability. The college cannot assume responsibility for providing accommodations or services to learners who have not identified themselves as having a qualifying disability.

Last Updated: 2011-05-23