Machining and CNC Technology, 3rd Edition (With Student Resource DVD)

Machining and CNC Technology, Third Edition, by Michael Fitzpatrick, will provide the latest approach to machine tool technology available. Students will learn basic modern integrated manufacturing, CNC systems, CAD/CAM and advanced technologies, and how to safely set up and run both CNC and manually operated machines. This is a how-to-do-it text.

Preface

Part 1 : Introduction to Manufacturing
Chapter 1 : Job and Career Readiness
Chapter 2 : Math Readiness-Basic Number Skills
Chapter 3 : Reading Technical Drawings - Basic Training Readiness Skills
Chapter 4 : Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance
Chapter 5 : Operations Before and After Machining (benchwork, offload, and work prep)
Chapter 6 : Precision Measuring - Basic Tools
Chapter 7 : Single Purpose Measuring Tools
Chapter 8 : Layout Skills and Granite Plate Skills

Part 2 : Introduction to Machining
Chapter 9 : Cutting Tool Geometry, Chip Theory and Cutting Fluids
Chapter 10 : Drilling and Operations and Machines
Chapter 11 : Turning - Lathes, Accessories and Operations
Chapter 12 : Mills Operations and Milling Machines
Chapter 13 : Precision Grinding Machines and Operations
Chapter 14 : Technical Screw Threads
Chapter 15 : Metallurgy for Machinists
Chapter 16 : Job Planning - Job Flow, Shop Flow and Operation Sequence

Part 3 : Introduction to CNC Machining
Chapter 17 : Coordinates, Axes, and Motion
Chapter 18 : CNC Systems
Chapter 19 : CNC Controls
Chapter 20 : Operating a CNC Machine - Making a Part
Chapter 21 : Program Planning
Chapter 22 : Level-One Programming - Manually Compiling Program Commands
Chapter 23 : Level-Two Programming
Chapter 24 : Setting Up a CNC Machine to Run

Part 4 : Advanced and Advancing Technologies
Chapter 25 : Computer-Assisted Machining (CAM)
Chapter 26 : Creating a Solid Model in SolidWorks
Chapter 27 : Advancing Technology
Chapter 28 : Statistical Process Control
Chapter 29 : Computer Based Measuring

Index