Fundamentals of CNC Programming”
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The official GTU curriculum for Fundamentals of CNC Programming” (subject code DI04065031) as prescribed for ME( · Semester 4 divides the course into 9 units, covering 52 listed topics. The unit-wise breakdown below is read from the GTU syllabus document for this subject code, so you can check what the course actually covers before deciding which papers to attempt.
Download the official syllabus PDF (DI04065031)Unit 1 To study basics of Computer Aided Manufacturing
- • Definition of CAM, Evolution of CAM. • scope and role in modern manufacturing. • Concept of NC, CNC, DNC and their integration with CAM
- Selection Criteria for CNC Machine. • Benefits
- limitations and industrial applications of CAM
Unit 2 To study CNC Machine Tools and Drives
- • CNC Turning and Machining Centers: Features
- Axes nomenclature
- work holding devices and Tool holding devices
- Automatic tool changer (ATC) • CNC controller architecture: MCU, feedback loops
- interpolation systems
- Sensors used in CNC machines (position
- Types of Controller and comparison
Unit 3 Demonstrate constructional features of CNC
- • Demonstrate CNC machines and their operations. • Identify major parts of CNC and draw sketches. • Write specifications of CNC taken for demonstration. • Sketch important tool holders. • Tabulate sensors / feedback devices with type
- specification and purposes used on CNC taken for demonstration. • Sketch display console
- Also sketch symbols used on display console with meaning of each. • State interfacing standards used. • Functions of keys on CNC Console
Unit 4 CNC Part Programming Fundamentals-
- • CNC Co ordinate System • Types of CNC programming Format • Basic G Code and Their Function • Basic M Code and Their Function • Cutting Parameter • Turning Part Programming Basics • Milling Part Programming Basics • Demonstration of Turning and Milling Program on CNC Simulator Program Name: Diploma Engineering Level: Diploma Branch: Mechanical Engineering (CAD/CAM) Subject Code: DI04065031 Course/Subject Name: Fundamentals of CNC Programming
Unit 5 CNC Turning Part Programming – I(Basic Turning Programming)
- Teacher will assign minimum Four part drawings covering the following: Facing Straight Turning Step turning Taper turning Circular interpolation (concave/convex profiles) Students will: 1
- Sketch each component with dimensions. 2
- Prepare CNC part programs using ISO-standard G and M codes. 3
- Indicate work zero
- tool offsets, and tool path on the sketch. 4
- Simulate each program using available CNC simulation software. 5
- Load any one CNC Program and manufacture part on a CNC turning Centre. 6 10 % 5 CNC Turning Part Programming – II (Advanced Turning Programming) Teacher will assign minimum Four part drawings covering: Canned cycles for drilling
- or threading Thread cutting using G32/G76 (or equivalent controller cycles) Use of subroutine
- macro statement
- or loop for repeated features Students will: 1
- Prepare CNC part programs using ISO G and M codes including cycles/subroutines. 3
- Mark work zero
- Simulate the programs using CNC simulation software. 5
- Load any one CNC Program and manufacture part on a CNC turning Centre
Unit 6 CNC Machining Centre Part Programming – I (Basic Milling) Teacher will assign minimum Four part drawings covering
- Face milling and straight-line milling 2
- Circular interpolation (convex/concave contours) 3
- Use of tool length offsets and work coordinate offsets (G54/G55 etc.) Students will: 4
- Draw each part with proper dimensions
- Program Name: Diploma Engineering Level: Diploma Branch: Mechanical Engineering (CAD/CAM) Subject Code: DI04065031 Course/Subject Name: Fundamentals of CNC Programming 5
- Prepare CNC milling programs in ISO format with tool change commands. 6
- Indicate work zero
- tool path, and machining sequence
Unit 8 Load any one CNC Program and manufacture part on a CNC
- Machining center. 7 CNC Machining Centre Part Programming – II (Advanced Milling) Teacher will assign minimum Four part drawings covering: 1
- Pocket milling (rectangular/circular) using canned cycles or multi-pass strategies 2
- Contour milling with circular interpolation and fillet radii 3
- Pattern drilling
- peck drilling, and tapping cycles 4
- Multi-tool machining and tool change sequencing Students will: 5
- Sketch each component with dimensions. 6
- Prepare ISO-format CNC programs including all required cycles. 7
- Identify and mark work offsets
- tool length offsets, and tool path. 8
- Simulate each program using available CNC simulation software
Unit 9 Load any one CNC Program and manufacture part on a CNC
- Machining Center. 8 14 % 8 Demonstration of CAD/CAM integration: • Demonstrate CAD / CAM integration. • List interfacing standards. • Teacher will assign part drawings
- Minimum four drawings (Two for Turning and Two for machining centre). • Student would : i
- Generate CNC code for assigned drawing using any CAM software e.g
- Autodesk Fusion 360 / SolidCAM (for SolidWorks) / MasterCAM / NX CAM / EdgeCAM / CATIA Manufacturing Module). ii
- Insert the code in CNC machine and prepare the part