Machine Tool Technology
MST 1204. Machining I
Instruction in shop safety procedures and basic methods of machining metal, measurement (precision and non-precision) and inspection of machined parts. Instruction in the use and care of basic support machines including pedestal grinder, belt sander, drill presses, power saws and hand tools. 3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours. (4 credit hours/special course fee)
MST 1304. Machining II
Basic nomenclature of milling machines and lathes. An introduction to all basic machine operations, tools and tooling, speeds and feeds, thread cutting and safety. 3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours. (4 credit hours/special course fee)
MST 1404. Machining III
Instruction in advanced machine techniques for milling machines and lathes. Includes surface grinding. Prerequisites: MST 1304. 3 lecture hours, 4 lab hours. (4 credit hours/special course fee)
MST 1503. Computer Numerical Control (CNC) I
An introduction to numerical control. Includes history and evolution and instruction in basic CNC programming, tape coding, specifications and format. Computer-aided machining (CAM) is also introduced. 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours. (3 credit hours/special course fee)
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