NCT 101: Introduction to Computerized Machining (CNC) - I

This is the first course of the numerical control series. Students explore various aspects of automated machining centers used in automated manufacturing. Studies include an introduction to controllers, fundamentals of setup and operation, programming computer numerical control (CNC) controllers, computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software, and simulation software.

Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; NCT 100 minimum grade "C"

Class offerings by semester

  Winter Summer Fall

Even Years
(2022, 2024, 2026)

offered at nighttime   offered at nighttime

Odd Years
(2023, 2025, 2027)

offered at nighttime   offered at nighttime

offered in the daytimeDay Class (before 5 p.m.) offered at nighttimeEvening Class (after 5 p.m.) offered online Online Class
Revised: 3/30/23

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Description Hours
Credits 2
Lecture Hours 30
Clinical Hours 0
Lab Hours 30
Other Hours 0
Total Hours 60

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