Manufacturing Technology

Course Descriptions for Manufacturing Technology

MT-10 Fundamentals of Manufacturing Technology
CSU (3 units LEC/LAB)
An introduction to the basic concepts of manufacturing and operation of machine tools. Topics covered include proper use of layout and measuring tools, setup and operation of machine tools to industry standards, and calculating the proper feeds and speeds to accurately and efficiently produce a manufactured part.

MT-11 Intermediate Manufacturing Technology
CSU (4 units LEC/LAB)
Combines the theories of lathe and grinding machine operations along with technical information to manufacture parts to industry standards. Course work includes a review of basic lathe and grinding machine operations progressing into intermediate level techniques and setups used in modern manufacturing.
Prerequisite: MT-10

MT-12 Advanced Manufacturing Technology
CSU (4 units LEC/LAB)
An in-depth study of milling machine operations and practices. Course content includes concepts and practices required and used by contemporary industry and the application of theory and machine operation to complete projects. Projects include general and rotary milling, precise boring, indexing, and gear manufacturing. In addition the proper application of modern cutting tool materials is discussed.
Prerequisite: MT-10

MT-13 Manufacturing Technology Capstone
CSU (4 units LEC/LAB)
The capstone of the Manufacturing Technology Program. The latest technology at the high-end of manufacturing is covered. Course work includes four and five-axis manufacturing, plunge and wire electrical discharge machining (EDM), rapid prototyping systems, and laser cutting/engraving.
Prerequisite: MT-54B and MT-59B and MT-12

MT-52 Ferrous Metallurgy
CSU (3 units LEC/LAB)
A study of ferrous metals as they are used in industry. Students will study metals from the ore state to manufacturing a product and phase-isothermal transformation diagrams in relation to heat treating experiments. The course includes coordinated lab experience in specimen heat-treating, tensile testing, etching, polishing, and microscopic examination.

MT-54A Introduction to Computer Numerical Control
CSU (4 units LEC/LAB)
An introduction to Computer Numerical Control (CNC) including its history, application, control units, types of machine tools, programming, and transfer mediums. The course will focus on manual and automatic operation of Bridgeport and Fanuc style CNC machine tools. Students will learn to control machine tools by writing computer programs using industry standard programming protocols.
Prerequisite: MT-10

MT-54B Computer Numerical Control Machining
CSU (4 units LEC/LAB)
An advanced course in programming, setup, and operation of CNC milling machines and lathes. Students in this class will learn programming of Fanuc style controllers (standard G & M codes) and their applications in the manufacturing industry. This course prepares students for occupations in the CNC machining industry.
Prerequisite: MT-54A

MT-54L Numerical Control Lab
CSU (2 units LAB) Repeatable to a maximum of four enrollments
A laboratory in programming, setup, and operation of CNC milling machines and lathes. Students in this class will program and operate CNC machines. This lab prepares students for occupations in the CNC machining industry.
Prerequisite: MT-54A

MT-59A MasterCAM 2-D Programming
CSU (4 units LEC/LAB)
A beginning course in computer assisted manufacturing using Mastercam X3. Students in this class will learn two-dimensional CAD drafting techniques, solid modeling, tool path programming for three-axis machine tools, and applications for CAM systems in manufacturing. This course prepares students for occupations in the CNC machining industry.
Recommended Prep: MT-54A or DT-25

MT-59B MasterCAM 3-D Programming
CSU (4 units LEC/LAB)
A continuation of MT-59A MasterCAM 2-Dimensional Programming. This course will provide instruction in three-dimensional programming using MasterCAM to create derived and composite surfaces and toolpaths for wireframe and surface models.
Prerequisite: MT-59A

MT-88A Introduction to Computer Numerical Control, Wood Routing
CSU (1 unit LEC/LAB)
An introductory course in the use of computer numerical controlled machines for applications specific to woodworking and cabinetmaking. Students will gain experience with CNC routers, software, tooling, and methods of work holding. This course is for students interested in occupations and applications in the secondary wood products industry.
Prerequisite: CT-21A, CT-57A or MT-10


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