Computer Aided Manufacturing of Materials (CAM CNC Machining)
Status: FULL
Level
N/A
Duration
25 Weeks
Department
Mechanical & Automobile Engineering
Start Date
08/11/2022
Course Type
Flexible & Professional
Location
Limerick
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The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to develop an understanding of modern CAM and CNC machining systems, the importance of information links between CAD product data and manufacturing data, the role of process planning in manufacturing and the types of process planning available. This programme covers CNC machining using CAM technologies in areas such as 2.5D Milling including trochoidal milling, 3D roughing, 3D surface machining, 5-axis milling turning and mill/turn.
What are the entry requirements?
- Knowledge and use of 3D solid-modelling packages such as Solidworks or Inventor.
- Experience in the use of CNC machining programming.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
An adequate level of English is also required for this course.
Who can I contact?
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Flexible Learning Team
What modules will I study?
At the end of this module the learner will understand:
- The use of automation in modern machining systems.
- The information links between Computer Aided Machining and manufacturing systems.
- Process planning for manufacture.
- How to produce CNC part-programs and transfer to the CNC controller.
- How to produce parts using CAD CAM software and CNC milling and turning machine.
More Information
Delivery
25 weeks, 3 hours per week.
Tuesday evenings from 7.00pm to 10.00pm.
Commencing Tuesday 8th November 2022
Qualification
A transcript of the result achieved will be issued by the awarding body City and Guilds (City & Guilds Award 9209-433).
Application Deadline
FULL
For queries relating to the course content
Contact: John Walsh
Email: john.walsh@lit.ie
Fees
€700 payable directly to TUS upon registration.
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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.