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Computer Aided Manufacturing of Materials (CAM CNC Machining)
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Status: Apply Now
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Campus: Moylish, Limerick City
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weeks: 25
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Fees: €1,000 (See fees section for more information)
Course Overview
The purpose of this unit is to enable learners to develop an understanding of modern CAM and CNC machining systems, the importance of information links between CAD product data and manufacturing data, the role of process planning in manufacturing and the types of process planning available. This programme covers CNC machining using CAM technologies in areas such as 2.5D Milling including trochoidal milling, 3D roughing, 3D surface machining, 5-axis milling turning and mill/turn.
This Next Level Skillnet programme is cofounded by the Government of Ireland, the European Union, and network companies
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What are the entry requirements?
Entry Requirements:
a) International City and Guilds Certificate award (2565) or,
b) National Craft Certificate in the following trades: Aircraft Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Toolmaker, Metal Fabrication, Motor Mechanic or equivalent or,
c) National Certificate in Engineering or,
d) National Certificate in Technology or,
e) Society of Manufacturing Engineers, Certified Manufacturing Technologist Level
d) Experience in a Manufacturing Environment.
Course Content
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Content
This course focuses on the Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) programming of CNC machines. Using 3D CAD models, students will use industrial standard CAM software to program components for manufacture using CNC milling machines and turning centres. Students will develop a greater depth knowledge in current CNC tooling technology and quality standards, analyse tooling usage, speeds, feeds, operation sequencing and machining strategies for greater machining efficiency. Preparation of the machine, selection and the preparing of the required methods of work holding, Selection and the correct mounting of tooling, are also key components of this course. Students will create process plans for components, document the verification of programs before post processing and transferring the data to the machine controller to manufacture a small number of the components.
At the end of this module the learner will understand:
- The use of automation in modern machining systems.
- The information links between Computer Aided Machining and manufacturing systems.
- Process planning for manufacture.
- How to produce CNC part-programs and transfer to the CNC controller.
- How to produce parts using CAD CAM software and CNC milling and turning machine.
More Information
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The proposed delivery schedule is subject to change.
Duration
25 Weeks, 1 evening per week,
3 hours per evening
Monday 7pm to 10pm
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Computer Aided Manufacturing of Materials (CAM CNC Machining)
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€1000 fees, payable to TUS.There is an additional City & Guilds International Examination and Registration Fee, which is approximately €250, and which is payable to the Exams Office mid-way through the programme. Students will be contacted directly by the Exams Office when this payment is due.This programme has been approved for Next Level Skillnet ESF+ funding. Eligible applicants can avail of up to 50% funding. To be eligible, a company must be paying the fees for their employee, and they should be a private company based in Ireland. Next Level Skillnet can also fund Sole Traders. For eligibility queries, contact Sue Davies at sue@nextlevel.ie, to confirm that you are eligible for support. Subject to terms and conditions.
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Application Deadline: 16th September 2024. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis. Course will be closed once the maximum number of applicants is reached. Courses run subject to viable numbers.