Introduction to Automated Control Programming

Fall 2019 > Engineering/Engineering Technology > MTEC.2030 > 041

Course No: MTEC.2030-041; SIS Class Nbr: 16142; SIS Term: 2910
Course Status: Registration Closed

Course Description

This course is designed to introduce machine tool programming languages and their use in modern manufacturing. Emphasis will be placed upon students developing a formal understanding of the programming variables and constraints of Computer-Numerically Controlled manufacturing systems. Students will learn both introductory and advanced programming methods. Students will learn manual programming techniques developed from engineering drawings. Students will also learn manual programming techniques developed from engineering drawings. Students will also learn to use computer-based CAM software systems as well as computer based programming verification software. Mastercam, Esprit CAM, Autodesk CAM will be introduced in the course as exemplars of CAM software platforms. Vericut will be introduced as an exemplar of verification software.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Section Notes: Closed to the public, this course runs from 10/10 - 12/19 and will be held at South Shore Tech High School.
  • Credits: 1-3; Contact Hours: 1
  • Instructor:
  • UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

  • Th | 5:00 PM-9:00 PM EDT
  • 2019 Fall: Sep 04 to Dec 20
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition: $1020
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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