Course Description:

Principles of CNC covers the fundamentals of the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) device. Reviews the history, common components and functions, and common types and functions of CNC machines. The learner learns how a CNC machine uses the Cartesian coordinate system and reference points to control machine movement. Also provides an overview of part programming, including programming methods and program structure and codes.

Course Outline:

Principles of CNC

Course Segments:

History of Computer Numerical Controllers, Cartesian Coordinate System, Reference Points, Part Program Overview