MN 235 - Basic Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Programming

Description
This course provides opportunities for students to learn the fundamental concepts necessary for the successful programming and operation of a Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machine tool utilizing the Fanuc-style (M&G code) programming language.

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 4
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 119 (D- or Higher) or MN 199 (D- or Higher)
English Prerequisite(s): None
Math Prerequisite(s): None
Course Corequisite(s): None
Academic Program Prerequisite: None
Consent to Enroll in Course: No Department Consent Required
Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes
Course Fees: $15.00
Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 1
Programs Where This Course is a Requirement:
Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Programming Certificate, Machine Tool Certificate, Tooling and Manufacturing Technology Certificate, Pre-Manufacturing Engineering Technology, A.A. (Western Michigan University), Tooling and Manufacturing Technology, A.A.A.S.

General Education Requirement:
None
General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO):
NA
Course Learning Outcomes:

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the personal and equipment safety considerations that are necessary for successful CNC machine tool programming and operation.
Given a CNC Mill, students will demonstrate an ability to write, simulate, and debug a part program to industrial standards.
Given a CNC Lathe, students will demonstrate an ability to write, simulate, and debug a part program to industrial standards.
Given a CNC Mill, students will demonstrate an ability to upload, download, edit, and save part programs at the machine controller.
Given a CNC Lathe, students will demonstrate an ability to upload, download, edit, and save part programs at the machine controller.
Given a CNC Mill, students will prepare the machine to execute a program by selecting/setting proper tooling and work offsets.
Given a CNC Lathe, students will prepare the machine to execute a program by selecting/setting proper tooling and work offsets.
Given a CNC Mill, students will demonstrate an ability to safely execute a part program by utilizing strategies such as graphical confirmation, rapid overrides, and dry-runs.
Given a CNC lathe, students will demonstrate an ability to safely execute a part program by utilizing strategies such as graphical confirmation, rapid overrides, and dry-runs.
Use creativity and alternative thinking to brainstorm new ideas and possible solutions to problems or issues.
Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.

Course Outline:
I. Introduction to the course, machine shop, and computer lab

     A. Safety procedures

   B. Program format

     C. Grading

     D. Classroom/shop expectations

     E. Process planning from part prints

     F. Basic CNC machine types

II. Fundamentals of CNC machining

     A. Format, sequence, and requirements of a CNC program

     B. Write, simulate, and debugging of a CNC program

     C. Key-in, upload, download, edit, and save CNC programs at the machine controller

III. Machine tool operations

     A. Selecting/setting proper tooling and work offsets

     B. Execution of a CNC program using graphical confirmation, rapid overrides, and dry-runs

IV. G-code Program - Machining Center

     A. Absolute/incremental

        1. Linear interpolation

        2. Circular interpolation

        3. Canned cycles

        4. Contour milling

        6. Pocket milling

        6. Subroutines and looping

V. G-Code Program - Turning Center

     A. Absolute/incremental

        1. Linear interpolation

        2. Canned cycles

        3. Contouring/angles

        4. Drilling and boring

Approved for Online and Hybrid Delivery?:
No
Instructional Strategies:
Classroom lecture: 20-30%

Lab: 60-80%

Group projects and activities: 0-20%
Mandatory Course Components:
Programming Portfolio

Faculty should require students to develop a Programming Portfolio to organize, categorize, present, and recall all the instructional content delivered in the classroom and/or experienced in the machine tool lab (classroom handouts, project prints, classroom notes, lab notes, etc.).
Equivalent Courses:
None

Accepted GRCC Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit: None
AP Min. Score: NA
Name of Industry Recognize Credentials: None

Course prepares students to seek the following external certification:
No
Course-Specific Placement Test: None
Mandatory Department Assessment Measures:
None

Course Type:
Program Requirement- Offering designed to meet the learning needs of students in a specific GRCC program.
Course Format:
Lecture/Lab - Must meet Lecture & Lab Ratios
Total Lecture/Lab Hours Per Week: 4
People Soft Course ID Number: 101538
Course CIP Code: 48.9999
Maximum Course Enrollment: 18
High School Articulation Agreements exist?: Yes
If yes, with which high schools?: Allegan County Techn Center, Careerline Tech Center, Mecosta-Osceola Career Center, Saugatuck High School, Tassell M-TEC & Job Training
Non-Credit GRCC Articulation Agreement With What Area: Job Training
Identify the Non Credit Programs this Course is Accepted: Machinist/CNC Technician

School: School of Business & Industry
Department: Manufacturing
Discipline: MN
Faculty Credential Requirements:
Master’s Degree (GRCC general requirement), Other (list below), Professionally qualified through work experience in field (Perkins Act or Other) (list below)
Faculty Credential Requirement Details:
Standard qualifications for the School of Workforce Development apply with a minimum of 4000 work-hours in a related field. Qualifications can include a Bachelor’s of Science in Manufacturing, Construction, Engineering, Automotive or related field.

Last Revision Date Effective: 2017-04-17 11:09:04
Course Review & Revision Year: 2025-2026