Trades & Technology

For courses in Computer Numerical Controls and Machine Tool Process.

This practical, easy-to-use and -understand text guides students through a logical, step-by-step approach to learning Mastercam. It evolves from a keystroke by keystroke process to an exploration of programming and post processing programs for the mill.

• Step-by-step learning approach.

  • Makes it easy for students to master the basis of Mastercam. Makes it easy for instructorsto be more efficient. Ex.___

• Coverage of tooling.

  • Enables students to choose appropriate tooling for milling and tuning. Ex.___

• Thorough treatment of importing CAD files.

  • Helps students to better understand the entire process. Ex.___

• Review questions.

  • Allows students to check their understanding of key concepts before moving on. Ex.___

• Numerous examples and programming assignments.

  • Gives students the opportunity to practice and apply what they have learned. Ex.___

1. Mastercam's Working Environment.


2. Overview of the Mastercam CAD/CAM Process.


3. Creating Basic Geometry.


4. Creating and Modifying Existing Geometry.


5. Tooling Fundamentals.


6. Creating 2D Tool Paths in Mastercam Mill.


7. Creating Lathe Geometry.


8. Creating Tool Paths in Mastercam Lathe.


9. Importing CAD Files.


Index.

Controls/Computer Numerical Controls (Building & Technical Trades)

"The strength of this manuscript lies in its well-developed, step-by-step instructions. The explanations of the menu picks, the dialogue box options, and logic are very well developed." — Brian LaBombard, St. Clair College

"The authors explain the subject very well. It shows that they have taught a wide variety of students over the years. They do not try to over explain, but get the general points across to the students in a way that they can understand." — Don Ruesch, College of Lake County

Once again Curran and Stenerson have succeeded in delivering a practical text that is easier to understand and follow than reference manuals. This textbook is reader friendly, offering plenty of exercises as well as step-by-step procedures with clear explanations. The exercises are designed to reinforce the skills for programming and operating CNC equipment using Mastercam, the leading software program in the machine tool industry.

• Organized so instructors can adjust their presentations for varying levels of proficiency from beginner through experienced operator.
• Includes a chapter devoted to creating and modifying basic geometry.
• Covers the basic background concepts in a manufacturing environment and then proceeds to advanced techniques.

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• Package ISBN-10: 0131043536 | ISBN-13: 9780131043534
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  This package contains:
• Understanding Mastercam, 1/E
  Stenerson & Curran | ©2002 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 246 pages
  
• Machine Tool Practices, 7/E
  Kibbe, Meyer, White & Neely | ©2002 | Prentice Hall | Cloth; 832 pages