Laboratory assignments in NC technology
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | KL25AB30100 |
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| Type: | Compulsory |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 3.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Mettälä, Jorma |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester
| Curriculum | Semester | Credits | Start of Semester | End of Semester |
| AUTE-2013KAUT |
3 spring |
3.0 |
2016-01-01 |
2016-07-31 |
| AUTE-2014KAUT |
3 spring |
3.0 |
2017-01-01 |
2017-07-31 |
| AUTE-2015KAUT |
3 spring |
3.0 |
2018-01-01 |
2018-07-31 |
| AUTE-2016KAUT |
3 spring |
3.0 |
2019-01-01 |
2019-07-31 |
Learning Outcomes
Students will understand the functions of numerically controlled (NC) machines. They will be competent in independently using and programming NC machines.
Student's Workload
Laboratory Exercises 40h
Practical work 40h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Compurer Aided Manufacturing
Contents
- Types of NC machines and their functions
- Computerized production environment
- Using an NC machine and safety
- Attachment systems
- Tool systems
- Machining parametres
- G and M codes
- Machining co-ordinates
- CAM software and NC programming with a 3D model of a product
Students do programming assignments manually and with the MasterCAM software.
Recommended or Required Reading
Pikkarainen E. 1999. NC-tekniikan perusteet. Helsinki Hakapaino Oy. pp. 170. ISBN 952-13-0452-9
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
- Lectures
- Supervised computer work and laboratory work
- Assignment
Assessment Criteria
Assessment criteria
The course is assessed on a scale of 1 to 5
Satisfactory (2-1)
Students are familiar with the basic nc-machine operations
Good (4-3)
As above. In addition, students will be able to use the NC-machine workpieces with easy preparation. In addition, controls require error conditions.
Excellent (5)
As above. In addition, students will be able to use independently NC-machine workpieces manufacture and use CAM-software.
Assessment Methods
- Supervised exercises
- Assignments
- Exam
Active participation is required during the course.
Work Placement
None
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