LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CURRICULAR GUIDE
CNC Programming
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Curriculum Code: 0266 (Effective Fall 2001 - Summer 2006)
Computer numerical control programmers are responsible for writing programs
that are used to control automated manufacturing systems and equipment. The
programmer is primarily concerned with taking engineering specifications and
developing procedures and programmed instructions to manufacture requested
components. The CNC programmer must be knowledgeable in many areas such as
computer systems, CAD, CAM, manufacturing processes, machine tools and
metallurgy. Strong math, communication and problem-solving skills are needed
in order to manage the large and diverse amount of information that must be
brought together in order to successfully write programs. Because of their
many skills, CNC programmers are employed in all industries, including
aerospace, textile, agriculture, electronics, and manufacturing.
PREREQUISITES
Students should see the "Course Descriptions" section of this catalog or the
Course Schedule for course prerequisite information. Basic skills assessment
and advising information may be found on page 8 of this catalog.
GENERAL EDUCATION
General education is an important part of this program and includes a
mathematics competency requirement. To fulfill the mathematics competency
requirement, students may need to complete specific course work in
mathematics. For information on how to fulfill all general education
requirements, see page 23.
INFORMATION
Contact the Technology Careers Department, Gannon Vocational-Technical Center,
Room 1380, telephone number (517) 483-1336.
REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 46 CREDITS
CODE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CADD 101 Mechanical Drafting/Basic CAD 4
CADD 131 AutoCAD Basic 2-D 4
CADD 242 Unigraphics Basic 4
CNCP 110 Foundations of CNC Programming 4
CNCP 130 Machine Controls and Setup 4
MACH 105 Machine Tool Survey 3
MACH 110 Machine Tool Technology I 4
MACH 111 Machine Tool Technology II 4
MACH 120 Effect Use Machinery Handbook 4
MACH 135 Metallurgy and Heat Treat 4
MACH 140 Tooling Theory and Practices 4
WRIT 124 Technical Writing 3
LIMITED CHOICE REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 20-21 CREDITS
Complete the indicated number of credits from each CHOICE listed below.
CHOICE 1: General Education Core Areas 9 Credits
(See the "GENERAL EDUCATION" section above)
Writing Core Area (See Note 1) 0
Speech Communication Core Area 3
Science/Technology Core Area 3
Global Perspectives and Diversity Core Area 3
Mathematics Competency (See page 23 for information on
how to fulfill this requirement. Course work may be needed.)
CHOICE 2: Drafting 3-4 Credits
CADD 104 Descriptive Geometry 4
CADD 110 Industrial Blueprint Reading 3
CADD 252 I-DEAS Parts Modeling 4
CNCP 101 PC Applications for Technology 3
COOP 210 Cooperative Education (Tech) 3
CHOICE 3: Computer-Aided Manufacturing 8 Credits
CNCP 200 Unigraphics NC 4
CNCP 210 Mastercam 4
CNCP 215 Generative Machining 4
CNCP 220 Gibbs Cam 4
MINIMUM TOTAL 66
NOTE:
1. Students completing "REQUIREMENTS" have fulfilled the requirements for
this Core area.
SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE
Students should see course descriptions to find out when departments plan to
offer courses. Students who for any reason are unable to follow the course
sequence suggested below (for example, those who are part-time, have
transferred in courses from another school, or have prerequisites to fulfill)
should contact an academic advisor or counselor for help with adjustments.
I II III IV
CADD 101 CADD 131 CADD 242 Lim.Ch
MACH 105 CNCP 110 CNCP 130 Lim.Ch.
MACH 120 MACH 110 MACH 135 Lim.Ch.
WRIT 124 MACH 111 MACH 140 Lim.Ch.
Lim.Ch. Lim.Ch.
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