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CNC Machining of Materials

  • Status: Register Your Interest

  • Campus: Moylish, Limerick City

  • weeks: 26

  • Fees: €1,000 (see fees for further information)


Course Overview

This unit enables the candidate to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully machine by Computer Numerical Control (CNC).

This programme is focused on programming 3-axis CNC milling and 2-axis lathe work. It includes part-programming, preparation of the machine, selection and the preparing of the required methods of work holding, the selection and the correct mounting of tooling. It also covers the operations required and safe working practices to complete the machining operations.

Contact Details

Flexible Learning Team

General Queries

Email: flexible.midwest@tus.ie

Telephone: (061) 293802

Academic Queries

Ciaran O’Loughlin

Email: Ciaran.OLoughlin@tus.ie

What are the entry requirements?

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) – Assessment
Please review the academic entry requirements for this programme.
If you do not hold these qualifications but would like your application to be assessed under RPL please select YES on the online application form.
Once you have submitted your online application you will then receive an email acknowledgement with further instructions on RPL.

Module Outline

At the end of this course the learner will be able to:

  • Write CNC programmes using ISO G-code for a CNC Milling machine and two-axis CNC lathe
  • Produce CNC part-programs using simulation software
  • Set-up CNC machine tools and work-offsets
  • Produce parts using CNC machine tools

More Information

  • The proposed delivery schedule is subject to change.

  • Transcript of the result achieved will be issued by City and Guilds (City & Guilds Award 2850-326).

  • €1,000 tuition fees, payable directly to TUS upon registration. Additional City and Guilds Assessment fees and registration fee will also apply. These fees will be collected by the exams office during the course of the programme.

  • Application Deadline: 18 August 2024. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. Course will be closed once the maximum number of applicants is reached. Courses run subject to viable numbers.