Curriculum Specializing in Machine Shop Training

Today's training needs are more progressive thus a training center must take the same approach with its curriculum. The Center for Manufacturing Technology has done just that by offering classes in multiple disciplines and multiple formats.

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The curriculum is taught by industry professionals with extensive knowledge in Machine Shop Practices, CNC Programming, Shop Safety, Workplace ESL and New Hire Assessment. You'll attend lectures and complete hands on Labs that will give you the knowledge and expertise to start you on the path to a rewarding career.

Courses

Introduction to General Machine Shop Practices: (#C008)

Description:
This is an introductory course consisting of 50 Classes taught in two hour interactive lessons. In these classes students are introduce to the complex and rewarding field of Precision Machining. The program begins with Math Fundamentals and as you progress you’ll learn about Basics of Manual Mill, Basics of Engine Lathe, Blueprint Reading, Basics of Tolerance, Structure of Metals, Grinding Processes, Mechanics of CNC, Basics of CNC Machining, and Basics of CNC Turning. Upon completion of the training session the student will participate in three school projects or practical "labs", gaining valuable hands-on experience, creating hand tools or locating devices. Our enrollment cycles are 16 weeks in length (4 days per week, 8 hours per day), providing ample time for learning and content retention. In addition Center for Manufacturing Technology has established measureable goals and rewards for consistent attendance, acceptable test and lab scores, and additional scholastic accomplishments.

Prerequisites:
Student must be at least eighteen years of age, have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, and must have some understanding of Math and basic Algebra. The student should possess a strong mechanical aptitude, have good problem-solving abilities, and be able to work independently. Experience working with machinery is helpful.

Objectives:
A CMT Certificate and up to four NIMS credentials are awarded upon successful completion.

Intro to Inspection Practices: (#C020)

Description:
Intro to Inspection Practices is a 19 week course, taught in 4 hour sessions 2 days a week. Students will be taught Inspection fundamentals such as; Reading Dial Calipers, Micrometer, Height Gage and Basic Machine Shop Math. The course is a combination of multimedia learning and hands on practical application in our lab.

The following is an overview of the training which will be covered.

1. Math Fundamentals
2. Introduction to SolidWorks
3. Reading Dial Calipers, Depth Micrometer, Micrometer and Drop Indicator
4. Inspection: Basic Measurement, Hole inspection, Go-NoGo Gage
5. Shop Trig: Using Trig to find lengths, Solving right triangles, Multi step Trig problems
6. Blueprint  Reading
7. Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance
8. Basics of the Coordinate Measuring Machine, Surface measurement, Calibration fundamentals
9. Inspecting with Coordinate Measuring Machines, Optical Comparator and Hardness testing
10. Quality overview

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 Mastercam 2D Entry Level: (#C014)

Description:
The MasterCam 2D is a 10 lesson 40 hour entry level course designed to instruct students in Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM). Students will use Mastercam to create CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programs. These programs will be posted from Mastercam into G-code then uploaded into a Haas Simulator so the student can verify the program.  In addition, Students will learn the 5 crucial steps that must be addressed when using Mastercam to create a CAD drawing and CAM program.

Prerequisites:
Student must be at least eighteen years of age, have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, and must have taken Algebra and basic Trigonometry classes. The student should possess a strong mechanical aptitude, have good problem-solving abilities, and be able to work independently. Experience working with machinery is helpful.

Objectives:
A CMT Certificate is awarded upon completion.

Mastercam 2D Intermediate/Advanced: (#C015)

Description:
The MasterCam 2D is a 10 lesson 20 hour intermediate/advanced course designed to instruct students in Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM). Students will use Mastercam to create CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programs. These programs will be posted from Mastercam into G-code then uploaded into a Haas Simulator so the student can verify the program.  In addition, Students will learn the 5 crucial steps that must be addressed when using Mastercam to create a CAD drawing and CAM program.

Prerequisites:
Student must be at least eighteen years of age, have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, and must have taken Algebra and basic Trigonometry classes. The student should possess a strong mechanical aptitude, have good problem-solving abilities, and be able to work independently. Experience working with machinery is helpful.

Objectives:
A CMT Certificate is awarded upon completion.

Mastercam 3D Entry Level: (#C016)

Description:
The Mastercam 3D course is a 10 lesson 40 hour class designed for entry level students who have completed course C014, Mastercam 2D.  The major difference in 3D is the capacity to create curves in the Z axis (up and down direction), thus allowing many more types of objects to be milled. The 3D course will continue the pattern established in 2D of answering the 5 questions that must be addressed each time Mastercam is used.  These pertain to:
1) Drawing Preparation
2) Material selection
3) Part origin
4) Toolpaths
5) Program Verification
Additional functions available in the Mastercam program will be demonstrated and a particular focus   on refinement of the student’s proficiency in toolpaths (see #4 above) will also be emphasized.  The student will have the capacity at the end of the 3D class to draw complex parts with the drawing component of the software and create detailed and complete instructions to have this part be completely created by a mill with a third axis capability.  All the skills learned in the Mastercam 2D class are a pre-requisite for the Mastercam 3D class.

Prerequisites:
Students must have completed course C014 Mastercam 2D.

Objectives:
A CMT Certificate is awarded upon completion.