Machine Technology
MAC 126
Introductory CNC Programming
BRCC prerequisites: MAC 161 and MAC 162 or instructor approval
(3)

Introduces programming of computerized numerical control machines with hands-on programming and operation of CNC machines. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

MAC 127
Advanced CNC Programming
BRCC prerequisite: MAC 126
(3)

Provides in-depth study of programming computerized numerical control machines. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MAC 161-162
Machine Shop Practices I-II
Must be taken in sequence.
(3) (3)

Introduces safety procedures, bench work, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, drill presses, cut-off saws, engine lathes, manual surface grinders, and milling machines. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

MAC 163
Machine Shop Practices III
BRCC prerequisites: MAC 161 and MAC 162
(3)

Offers practice in the operation of the drill press, engine lathe, vertical milling machine, horizontal milling machine, and the surface grinder. Introduces practical heat treatment of directly hardenable steels commonly used in machine shops. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.