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
