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CNC Turning Course – Hands on turning - Operator to Setter

This is a basic CNC (Computer Numerical Control) turning course designed for people with some knowledge and experience of the machining process and CNC controls and wish to acquire new skills in CNC programming. This will enable them set up and optimize production jobs. It is a hands-on course where learners will gain practical experience as each module will be delivered at the CNC machine with live demonstrations of each step over the course duration.

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Description

Learner Profile:

Operators/programmers currently operating CNC mills at an operator level i.e. part loading, basic tool changing, wear adjustments etc.
Learners who are seeking to upgrade their existing skills from experience of the machining process, to acquiring knowledge of CNC programming.

Learner prerequisites:

Candidates should at minimum have completed the Junior Cert with pass grades in at least five ordinary level subjects (including Maths and English) . 

Learners should have basic knowledge of CNC operation and setting of already developed programmes on CNC machines.

Learners must wear appropriate PPE during the practical sessions. Learners must supply their own safety shoes. The training provider will supply safety glasses.

Learning outcomes:

At the end of the course the participants will have acquired basic knowledge for CNC operation and setting of already developed programs for CNC Precision lathes.

The course is suitable for those with controlled CNC lathes who are using ISO programming. Course content covers two axes turning and basics of live tooling set up.

Each candidate will develop a standard check sheet for successful part setting relevant to their own environment.



Course Content:

Course content covers 2-axis turning and the basics of live tooling set up.


Day 1: Module 1 - Machine types and turning basics


  • Machine Health & Safety – PPE, interlocks, emergency stops.
  • Standard machining configurations – single turret, twin turret, sub spindle etc.
  • Machine interface. Program start, stop, wear/off set pages. Edit/Auto pages, Program call up
  • Clearance areas – what to watch out for.
  • Types of work holding – 3 jaw, soft jaws, hard jaws, precision chucks – preparation for machining
  • Basic tools and how to identify – turning, boring, grooving, part off, drills, threading, taps. Typical parameters for each – what to/not to do.
  • Live tooling – configurations and set up.

Day 2: Module 2 -Tool Management and Part Inspection.


  • Changing of tools and tips, proper placement, cleaning, care of tool and screws.
  • Setting of tools – measurement
  • Feeds and Speeds – calculation of
  • How to recognise when a tool is worn. How to identify wear patterns.
  • Changing of wear offsets. How to, why to, what happens when you do not.
  • Cutting conditions – swarf control, sound of proper cutting/boring, drilling, chip breaking.
  • Cutting conditions – coolant management, importance of coolant in the proper position and how swarf can impact.
  • Part inspection and proper use of inspection equipment – verniers, micro-meter slips.

Day 3: Module 3 - Part Setting & Prove out


  • Datums – what are they, how to set, how to check through MDI or auto run so as not to crash into part.
  • Probing systems
  • Proving out of programs – approach to, interferences, live tooling considerations.
  • Optimisation of programs – reduced rapid movements, tool station configurations.
  • Each to develop check sheet for part setting
  • Scenarios and test cuts on parts

Duration:

3 days

Exam/Continuous Assessment details

n/a 


(The instructor supervises a series of tasks undertaken during the course to verify the learner’s understanding).


Certification / Awarding Body/Credits:

Certificate: CPD Certificate of Attendance (issued by Training Provider)


Awarding Body: Engineers Ireland   


Credits: This course awards 21 hours Continuous Professional Development (CPD) - as recognised by Engineers Ireland. This is documented on the certificate. 


(QQI Credits: n/a)

Progression Pathway:

AMC22056 CNC Turning Course: Controller – Advanced 4 Axis turning course covering C&Y on Fanuc control with ISO codes and NC Guide.