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Aug 06, 2026
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MTTC 235 - 5 Axis CNC Milling
PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in ENGL 0XX and MATH 0XX and MTTC 208 - CNC Mill Programming .
PROGRAM: Machine Tool Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019
Expands on MTTC 208 - CNC Mill Programming , providing further study in computer-aided numerical control programming. Focuses on canned cycles, loops, thread cycles, drilling, and pocket milling cycles. Introduces Conversational Programming software and 5 axis machine set-ups.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Define linear and circular interpolation in a 5-axis coordinate plane. (a,f)
- Demonstrate effective use of simple and multiple repetitive canned cycles, and milling patterns. (a)
- Develop skills in writing NC, and Conversational programs using cam software. (a)
- Demonstrate ability to set and edit geometry and tool radius offsets. (a)
- Demonstrate ability to edit CNC programs on PC and Control Panel. (a)
- Operate PC for uploading and downloading of programs. (a)
- Perform all necessary tasks to complete part from print. (a,b)
- Demonstrate ability to utilize appropriate sub-programming techniques. (a)
- 5 axis machine set-up, including tool set-up, manual indicating of axes, and probing techniques. (a)
Note: Letters following objectives correspond to ATMAE Outcomes.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Planning for programming 5 axis CNC mills
- Programming from print and sample parts for the 5-axis mill
- Linear and circular interpolation for 5 axis mills
- Tooling for CNC mills
- Manual set-up and Renishaw probing techniques
- Work holding examples
- Edit/troubleshoot programming and process errors
- Process, programming, set-up, and operating documentation for CNC mill manufacturing
- Geometry/wear offsets
GRADING POLICY
| A |
90-100 |
| B |
80-89 |
| C |
70-79 |
| D |
60-69 |
| F |
0-59 |
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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