Machine Technology (MACH)
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A basic course in machine shop practices.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A100
- CNC Machine Operator, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Machine Programmer, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- Engineering, Associate in Science Degree
- Machine Technology (MACH)
- Machinist, Associate in Science Degree
- Machinist, Certificate of Achievement
- Manufacturing Technology
- Tooling, Associate in Science Degree
- Tooling, Certificate of Achievement
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A basic course in engine lathe operation to include ID and OD threading, knurling, boring, turning, facing, and cutting tapers. This course also includes exposure to the chucker lathe, tracer lathe, and the turret lathe. Safety and measurement are also emphasized.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A105
- CNC Machine Operator, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Machine Programmer, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- Machine Technology (MACH)
- Machinist, Associate in Science Degree
- Machinist, Certificate of Achievement
- Manufacturing Technology
- Tooling, Associate in Science Degree
- Tooling, Certificate of Achievement
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A110
- CNC Machine Operator, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Machine Programmer, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- Machine Technology (MACH)
- Machinist, Associate in Science Degree
- Machinist, Certificate of Achievement
- Manufacturing Technology
- Tooling, Associate in Science Degree
- Tooling, Certificate of Achievement
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This course emphasizes production machining. Set up and running of more than one part on a variety of machines including but not limited to engine lathe, chucker lathe, ID and OD grinder, vertical mill and horizontal mill.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A115
- CNC Machine Operator, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Machine Programmer, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- Machine Technology (MACH)
- Machinist, Associate in Science Degree
- Machinist, Certificate of Achievement
- Manufacturing Technology
- Tooling, Associate in Science Degree
- Tooling, Certificate of Achievement
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A study of blueprint reading and measuring systems used in manufacturing, including an in-depth study of the basic and advanced measuring tools used by machinists. Common blueprint formats and dimension practices will be explored. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing will be discussed.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A120
- CNC Machine Operator, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Machine Programmer, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- Machine Technology (MACH)
- Machinist, Associate in Science Degree
- Machinist, Certificate of Achievement
- Manufacturing Technology
- Tooling, Associate in Science Degree
- Tooling, Certificate of Achievement
- Welding Technology, Associate in Science Degree
- Welding Technology, Certificate of Achievement
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A course in applied technical computations for students in machine technology and CNC studies. Topics include basic computations, shop formulas and equations, and applied trigonometry as used in the machining industries. This course may be taken two times.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A121
- Associate in Arts General Education 2023-2024: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Associate in Science General Education 2023-2024: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- CNC Machine Operator, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Machine Programmer, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- Machine Technology (MACH)
- Machinist, Associate in Science Degree
- Machinist, Certificate of Achievement
- Manufacturing Technology
- Tooling, Associate in Science Degree
- Tooling, Certificate of Achievement
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course provides a basic understanding of the purpose and procedures for verifying the dimensional properties of manufactured parts. Students will train and practice, using appropriate inspection equipment. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A122
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A basic course in the operation of computerized numerically controlled lathes and mills, including machine functions, tooling setup, reading machine language, part setup, and machine manipulation. Includes production of parts on both lathes and mills.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A125
- CNC Machine Operator, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Machine Programmer, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- Machine Technology (MACH)
- Manufacturing Technology
- Tooling, Associate in Science Degree
- Tooling, Certificate of Achievement
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
Students will learn advanced features of state-of-the-art CNC lathes and mills, make their own fixtures, write the necessary programs, and produce the parts on CNC machines.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A126
- CNC Machine Operator, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Machine Programmer, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- Machine Technology (MACH)
- Manufacturing Technology
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
A basic course in computerized numerical control of machine tools. Types of control systems, capabilities and the different machine languages are examined. Elementary parts programming in two-axis systems, including all steps necessary to complete a part on both CNC lathes and mills.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A130
- CNC Machine Operator, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Machine Programmer, Associate in Science Degree
- CNC Machine Programmer, Certificate of Achievement
- CNC Operator, Certificate of Achievement
- Machine Technology (MACH)
- Machinist, Associate in Science Degree
- Machinist, Certificate of Achievement
- Manufacturing Technology
- Tooling, Associate in Science Degree
- Tooling, Certificate of Achievement
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
Students will receive hands-on training in the use of Mastercam CNC programming software. The basics of two-dimensional part programming, including geometry development, milling, drilling, tapping, pocketing, and more will be explored.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A133
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Advanced CNC programming using Mastercam to program CNC machines. Instruction emphases complex cutter movement and surfacing. This course may be taken two times.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A134
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A141
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An intermediate course in CNC programming using the solids feature of Mastercam. This course will introduce students to solid modeling creation using Mastercam. Boolean addition and subtraction, as well as filleting, chamfering, and the machining of solids models.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A142
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
An intermediate course in manufacturing with vertical machining centers using MasterCAM to develop programs for the purpose of creating metal parts. Basic 2-D toolpaths as well as advanced 3-D toolpath techniques will be discussed and created. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A146
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Students will learn basic features of state-of-the-art CNC 5 axis mills. Write necessary manual programs, and produce the parts on The CNC 5 axis machine, with the aid of 5 axis CNC simulation software.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A147
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In this course, students will learn how to program complex parts, create advanced setups and run the parts on 5-axis CNC Mills. AutoDesk Fusion 360 will be explored to create the G-code needed to run the parts on the machines.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A148
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The fundamentals of computer-aided design and drafting using SolidWorks software. Application of SolidWorks in creating manufacturing models will be covered.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A152
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Additive Manufacturing deals with aspects of additive, subtractive, and joining processes to form three-dimensional parts with applications ranging from prototyping to production. Additive manufacturing processes directly from computer-aided-design (CAD) models. In this course, students will learn about a variety of AM and other manufacturing technologies, their advantages and disadvantages for producing both prototypes and functional production quality parts.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A158
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A course in reading and using Reference (SME Y-14.5-1994) standards for geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A175
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An elementary course describing the relationship between microstructure, composition, heat, and mechanical treatment and physical properties of metal and alloys; their relationship to design and machining.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A190
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A study of engineering materials and manufacturing processes from the viewpoint of the machinist, draftsman, and designer. Course discusses the problems of material selection coupled with economical manufacturing methods.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MACH A195
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Current issues in the field of Manufacturing Technology, rotating through a variety of topics, such as inspection, quality control, lean manufacturing, rapid prototype, materials, and other topics related to manufacturing. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.