This class will present the concepts related to machining center setup and operation.

CNC machining centers are among the most popular metal-cutting machine tools in use today. Almost every company that manufactures any metal products has more than one and is constantly searching for qualified people to run them. To fully master the use of a CNC machining center, a person must become proficient in three distinct skills programming, setup, and completing production runs. This class addresses two of the three; setting up a machining center and how to complete a production run (another class is available for helping you learn CNC machining center programming).

Special requirement: Note that you need to have two software viewers (Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer and Adobe Acrobat Reader) installed on your computer before you can view material presented in the lessons. Both of these viewers are freely distributed and can be downloaded from our website (www.cncci.com). From the navigation buttons on our website, click SERVICES and then click ON-LINE COURSES. The two viewers can be found at the bottom of this page.

Think of this class as like the ground school an aspiring pilot must attend before they can spend time in the cockpit of an airplane. Just as a future pilot must understand the principles of aerodynamics and flight, so must future setup person or CNC operator understand many principles of CNC machining center usage principles that we thoroughly address in this class.

Upon the successful completion of this class, you ll understand the concepts related to CNC machining center usage. While you ll still need hands-on experience (which you can only gain by working for a CNC-using company), you ll possess a firm knowledge of what it takes to get started. Graduates of this course will be ready to begin their careers working with CNC machining centers with confidence. Certificate of completion and a letter of recommendation are available when you complete this course to testify to your accomplishment. Include these in your resume to show perspective employers what you know.

In order to successfully complete this class and qualify for a certificate of completion and a letter of recommendation, you must:

1) Check in at least twice a week until you've completed the course
2) Complete all six lessons
3) Pass six tests
4) Complete and pass five assignments

Note that you need to have two software viewers (Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer and Adobe Acrobat Reader) installed on your computer before you can view material presented in the lessons. Both of these viewers are freely distributed and can be downloaded from our website (www.cncci.com). From our navigation buttons, click SERVICES and then click ON-LINE COURSES. The two viewers can be found at the bottom of this page.

Note that you need to have two software viewers (Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer and Adobe Acrobat Reader) installed on your computer before you can view material presented in the lessons. Both of these viewers are freely distributed and can be downloaded from our website (www.cncci.com). From our navigation buttons, click SERVICES and then click ON-LINE COURSES. The two viewers can be found at the bottom of this page.

If interested, students can acquire more CNC-related training materials (CDs, manuals, videos, etc.) directly from our website (www.cncci.com).

Viewing PowerPoint presentations - Every lesson includes a colorful and animated, self-navigating PowerPoint presentation. These presentations (.ppt files) will provide you with graphic visuals and help you understand the most complex course topics. You'll control the pace for these presentations each step of the way. And you can view them as many times as you must in order to fully understand the content! Special note: In order to view the course visuals, you must download Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer and install it on your computer.

Reading lesson text - Every lesson contains a comprehensive Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) file that you can view and print. This provides you with a permanent reference for course materials during the class and long after the class is over. If you print everything, you'll have a manual that contains over 100 pages! Special note: In order to view and print lesson text, you must download Adobe Reader and install on your computer (if you don't already have this reader).

Reading supplements (also .pdf files) - For some lessons, there will be supplemental information that will explain CNC features that are beyond the scope of the class. This will give you a way to learn about many additional CNC functions.

Taking class polls - For some lessons, you'll be asked to give your opinion about a topic of interest. And you'll see what other students in the class think.

Taking on-line tests (graded)- After you study each lesson, and when you think you're ready, you'll take a test for the lesson. Tests include true/false, multiple choice, and fill in the blank questions. This is one of two ways we confirm your understanding of the material in the lesson. Grading is automatic and you'll see your results immediately. Mike Lynch reviews your tests and will provide pointers and suggestions in areas that may be causing you trouble.

Doing assignments (graded)- for many of the lessons, you'll be asked to do an assignment. This is the second way that we confirm your understanding of material. You actually submit your programming assignments for Mike Lynch to grade. Results will be sent to you by email. And again, Mr. Lynch will be offering reinforcement to help you stay on track.

Participating in the class forum - UniverClass.com provides a special forum for this class. Though it is not actually part of the class material, it will allow you to ask questions and exchange ideas with others in the class, as well as with Mike.