DMT 84A
Introduction to CNC Programming and Operation; Mill
Course Description
This CNC programming and operations course is an introduction to mill tool path programming using G & M code format, including CNC systems and components and machine controller functions and operations. The focus of this course is to introduce students to program entry, editing, verification, calculation for mill cutter compensation, cutting tool selection and basic mill setups. Demonstrations of workholding and precision inspection techniques will also be included in this course.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26646 | DMT 84A | 61 | ·T·R··· | 06:00 PM-07:15 PM | Robert August | E25 |
| ·T·R··· | 07:30 PM-10:20 PM |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
DMT-084A.-61: On campus face to face class meets two days a week beginning September 22nd.See www.deanza.edu/dmt or call 408 864-8875 or email DMT@DeAnza.edu for more info.
Class Materials
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| CNC Programming Handbook (3rd Edition) Smid ISBN: 9780831192372 | E-Book | Required | $119.95 | |||
| CNC Programming Handbook (3rd Edition) Smid © 2008 ISBN: 9780831133474 | Package | Required | $95.50 | $71.75 | $40.11 | |
Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 3
- Weekly Lab Hours: 6
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Pass/Fail Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- Pre-algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond pre-algebra
- DMT D080.