NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title: Operation of CNC Machining Centers
Course Prefix & Number: MCHN2434 Section Number: 0812 Term Code: Spring 2025
Semester Credit Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
A study of CNC operations with an emphasis on vertical machining centers.
Course Prerequisite(s):
Course Type:
- Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)
- Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
- WECM Course
Name of Instructor: Dale Keith Roberts
Campus/Office Location: Gainesville, CTC
Telephone Number: 940-668-7731, x4415
E-mail Address: dkroberts@nctc.edu
Office Hours: Monday 10:10 am – 11:10 am, TWR 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Friday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Disclaimer:
The contents of this syllabus are subject to change by the instructor or other faculty as deemed appropriate to facilitate the educational objectives of this class.
REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS
Machining Fundamentals. By John R. Walker and Bob Dixon
GRADING CRITERIA
# of Graded Course Elements Graded Course Elements Percentage or Points Values
2 Chapter 24
CNC Milling
Assignment, answer and turn in all the Review Questions at the end of chapter 24
Test over chapter 24 The assignment grade and the test grade for this element will be averaged together for a grade for this element.
END OF COURSE OUTCOMES (WECM)
Student Learning Outcome
Set up and operate CNC machining centers
Set machine and tool offsets for machining operations
Edit the program as required
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER FOR EACH LECTURE/DISCUSSION
Topic General Description of Subject Matter
CNC Milling Identify the purpose of common miscellaneous function codes. Describe work-holding devices that are commonly used in CNC machining processes. List information the programmer needs to gather before beginning to write a CNC program. Carry out the procedure for writing a CNC milling program.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is required of all students classes for which they have registered. Students absent (excused or unexcused) for 15% of their classes or more may receive an “F” or be dropped from the course. Coming to class late or leaving early will count as ½ of an absence, coming in late or leaving early twice will count as one absence. All absences are unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor. It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member. Approved sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student may not be held liable and only when providing notification prior to the absence. Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work. Students are not allowed to make up an examination missed unless approved by the instructor. A student that is compelled to be absent when a test is given, will petition the instructor, in advance, for permission to take the exams given during the course at another time. Required work not completed by due dates will not be allowed to be turned in without instructor approval. Class participation in assignments and exams will be used to determine regular attendance for online students.
Last day to Withdraw
The last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is April 18th 2025
Student Rights & Responsibilities
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Scholastic Integrity
Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies. Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. See the Student Handbook for more information.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Disability Services (OSD)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.
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Student Success Center
The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The center links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online tutoring in the evening. The program helps students acclimate to college by providing students free interactive workshops. For more information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center.
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
Name of Division Chair: Victor Drayton
Office Location: Gainesville, Building 2100 office 2110
Telephone Number 972-899-9701 or Mitel – 4401
E-mail address: vdrayton@nctc.edu
Name of Instructional Dean: Darrell D Smith
Office Location: Champion Circle
Telephone Number: (817)464-1001
E-mail Address: ddsmith@nctc.edu