MAC

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Subject

MAC

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

bladencc.smartcatalogiq.com

This course introduces the care and use of precision measuring instruments. Emphasis is placed on the inspection of machine parts and use of a wide variety of measuring instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the correct use of measuring instruments.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course introduces surface and cylindrical grinding in the toolroom. Topics include safety and the basic setup and operation of surface and cylindrical grinding machines. Upon completion, students should be able to grind steps, slots, angles, radii, dress grinding wheels, and square blocks.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course introduces the concepts and capabilities of computer numerical control machine tools. Topics include setup, operation, and basic applications. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operator safety, machine protection, data input, program preparation, and program storage.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course covers the basic principles of blueprint reading and sketching. Topics include multi-view drawings; interpretation of conventional lines; and dimensions, notes, and thread notations. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic drawings, visualize parts, and make pictorial sketches.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course provides an introduction to a variety of material-working processes that are common to the machining industry. Topics include safety, process-specific machining equipment, measurement devices, set-up and layout instruments, and common shop practices. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate basic machining operations, accurately measure components, and effectively use layout instruments.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course provides instruction in the wide variety of processes associated with machining. Topics include safety, equipment set-up, holding fixtures, tooling, cutting speeds and depths, metal properties, and proper finishes. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate advanced machining operations, accurately measure components, and produce accurate components with a proper finish. 38 All Courses

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course provides instruction in the field of advanced machining. Emphasis is placed on creating complex components, close- tolerance machining, precise measurement, and proper equipment usage. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to produce an accurately machined component with a quality finish using the proper machining process.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course introduces basic calculations as they relate to machining occupations. Emphasis is placed on basic calculations and their applications in the machine shop. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic shop calculations.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course combines mathematical functions with practical machine shop applications and problems. Emphasis is placed on gear ratios, lead screws, indexing problems, and their applications in the machine shop. Upon completion, students should be able to calculate solutions to machining problems.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course covers techniques of metrology and inspection methods. Emphasis is placed on the use of inspection systems and measurement equipment for data collection and analysis to meet the quality assurance needs in manufacturing and production environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the care and use of various measurement tools and the implementation of a calibration program.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course covers advanced methods in setup and operation of CNC turning centers. Emphasis is placed on programming and production of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in programming, operations, and setup of CNC turning centers.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course covers advanced methods in setup and operation of CNC machining centers. Emphasis is placed on programming and production of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in programming, operations, and setup of CNC machining centers.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course covers advanced programming, setup, and operation of CNC turning centers and CNC milling centers. Topics include advanced programming formats, control functions, program editing, and part production and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture complex parts using CNC turning and milling centers.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course provides concentrated study in advanced programming techniques for working with modern CNC machine tools. Topics include custom macros and subroutines, canned cycles, and automatic machining cycles currently employed by the machine tool industry. Upon completion, students should be able to program advanced CNC functions while conserving machine memory. All Courses 39

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course introduces Computer Numerical Control graphics programming and concepts for turning center applications. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of menus to develop a shape file in a graphics CAM system and to develop tool path geometry and part geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a job plan using CAM software, including machine selection, tool selection, operational sequence, speed, feed, and cutting depth.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course introduces Computer Numerical Control graphics programming and concepts for machining center applications. Emphasis is placed on developing a shape file in a graphics CAM system and transferring coded information from CAM graphics to the CNC milling center. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a complete job plan using CAM software to create a multi-axis CNC program.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This capstone course provides students the opportunity to apply skills learned throughout the curriculum. Emphasis is placed on production of parts and assemblies using modern CNC machine tools. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture complex parts using a variety of CNC machine tools.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

6

Credits (max)

6

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course includes multi-axis machining using machining centers with multi-axis capabilities. Emphasis is placed on generation of machining center input with a CAM system and setup of pallet changer and rotary system for multi-axis machining fixtures. Upon completion, students should be able to convert CAD to output for multi-axis machining centers, including tooling, setup, and debugging processes.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course covers the application of multi-axis machining using machining centers with multi-axis capabilities. Emphasis is placed on generation of machining center input with a CAM system and setup of pallet changer and rotary system for multi-axis machining fixtures. Upon completion, students should be able to convert CAD to output for multi-axis machining centers, including tooling, setup, and debugging processes.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Credit unit

Credit

Type

course

Edition

2026

Source

catalog.haywood.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None