Course Outcome Summary 2026-27

MTT 1220 CNC Programming I

Course Information

Course information
Course Number MTT 1220
Course Title CNC Programming I
Description This course prepares students to become an introductory (Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine operator. The topics include machine safety, proper tool setup, tool/work offsets and CNC controller layout. This also includes a basic introduction to Mastercam. (Prerequisites: MTT 1110 and MTT 1120 )
Total Credits 4
Total Hours 96
Types of Instruction: instruction type, credits, and hours
Instruction Type Credits and Hours
Lecture 2 Credits, 48 Hours
Lab 2 Credits, 48 Hours

Pre/Corequisites

Prerequisite: MTT 1110 and MTT 1120

Institutional Core Competencies

Course Competencies

  1. Demonstrate CNC mill and CNC lathe safety
  2. Demonstrate safe CNC start up procedures
  3. Describe CNC machine types
  4. Edit CNC program
  5. Use machine controls
  6. Interpret CNC program
  7. Demonstrate program uploading
  8. Use CNC controller
  9. Discuss Mastercam
  10. Apply CNC G&M programming code to basics shapes
  11. Use canned cycles to machine basic print features
  12. Use Advanced G&M code techniques
  13. Demonstrate proper tool setting for the lathe and mill
  14. Demonstrate proper work coordinate setting

SCC Accessibility Statement

South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.

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