MAC 111  Machining Technology I

This course introduces machining operations as they relate to the metalworking industry. Topics include machine shop safety, measuring tools, lathes, drilling machines, saws, milling machines, bench grinders, and layout instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to safely perform the basic operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 12

Semester Hours Credit: 6

Prerequisite: None

Corequisite: None

MAC 112  Machining Technology II

This course provides additional instruction and practice in the use of precision measuring tools, lathes, milling machines, and grinders. Emphasis is on setup and operation of machine tools, including the selection and use of work-holding devices, speeds, feeds, cutting tools, and coolants. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic procedures on precision grinders and advanced operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 12

Semester Hours Credit: 6

Prerequisite: MAC 111

Corequisite: None

MAC 113  Machining Technology III

This course provides an introduction to advanced and special machining operations. Emphasis is on working to specified tolerances with special and advanced setups. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a part to specifications.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 12

Semester Hours Credit: 6

Prerequisite: MAC 112

Corequisite: None

MAC 121  Introduction to CNC

This course introduces the concepts and capabilities of computer numerical control machine tools. Topics include setup, operation, and basic applications. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operator safety, machine protection, data input, program preparation, and program storage.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 2; Lab, 0

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite: None

Corequisite: MAC 111

MAC 122  CNC Turning

This course introduces the programming, setup, and operation of CNC turning centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC turning centers.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite: MAC 121

Corequisite: MAC 111

MAC 124  CNC Milling

This course introduces the manual programming, setup, and operation of CNC machining centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC machining centers.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite: MAC 121

Corequisite: None

MAC 131 Blueprint Reading/Mach I

This course covers the basic principles of blueprint reading and sketching.  Topics include multi-view drawings; interpretation of conventional lines; and dimensions, notes, and thread notations.  Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic drawings, visualize parts, and make pictorial sketches. 

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite:None

Corequisite: None

MAC 132  Blueprint Reading/Mach II

This course introduces more complex industrial blueprints.  Emphasis is placed on auxiliary views, section views, violations of true project, special views, applications of GD & T, and interpretation of complex parts.  Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret complex industrial blueprints.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite: MAC 131

Corequisite: None

MAC 151  Machining Calculations

This course introduces basic calculations as they relate to machining occupations. Emphasis is on basic calculations and their applications in the machine shop. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic shop calculations.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite: MAT 101

Corequisite: None

MAC 222  Advanced CNC Turning

This course covers advanced methods in setup and operation of CNC turning centers. Emphasis is on programming and production of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in programming, operations, and setup of CNC turning centers.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite: MAC 122

Corequisite: None

MAC 224  Advanced CNC Milling

This course covers advanced methods in setup and operation of CNC machining centers. Emphasis is on programming and production of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in programming, operations, and setup of CNC machining centers.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite: MAC 124

Corequisite: None

MAC 226  CNC EDM Machining

This course introduces the programming, setup, and operation of CNC electrical discharge machines.  Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, production of parts, and inspection.  Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC electrical discharge machines. 

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 3

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite: None

Corequisite: None

MAC 248  Production Procedures

This course covers product planning and control as well as scheduling and routing of operations. Topics include cost-effective production methods, dimensional and statistical quality control, and the tooling and machines required for production. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, set up, and produce cost-effective quality machined parts.

Course Hours Per Week: Class, 1; Lab, 2

Semester Hours Credit: 2

Prerequisite: MAC 111

Corequisite: None