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Automation Robotics & Manufacturing

El Camino College
Automation Robotics & Manufacturing Lab

Fall 2011 Class Schedule & Descriptions
Apply and Register in advance if you want in.

 

  • Nationally recognized NIMS testing program.
  • College-Level Associates Degree or Vocational Certifications starting with as few as 4 classes.
  • Courses are open to Full-Time and Part-Time students.
  • Ages range from High-School students to Retired Engineers.  High-School Tuition Waiver available.
  • Tuition is $26/Credit per-Semester.  Most classes cost $78-$104 (+ $35 Parking Permit & $17 Health Fee)
  • Integrate Machine Tech, Automation, Engineering, and Design to develop a wide spectrum of skills.

Data-Point Cloud captured by Laser-Scanner 3D CAD Inventor Drawing Ready for Rapid Prototype Printer

Machine Tool Tech Official Class Descriptions
Spring Term:  February 11 - June 8, 2012  
MTT 101abcd - Intro to Conventional & CNC Machining Machine shop basics.  Fulfills most advanced MTT class prerequisites.
Monday/Wednesday Mornings 8:00 - 12:15pm
Tuesday/Thursday Evenings 6:00 - 10:00pm

MCS-Room 4 & Lab

MTT 105 -  Conventional/CNC Milling
Advanced Milling Machine Techniques including CNC/G-Code programming for Fadal/Hass Machines. (Prerequisite- Beginning Machinist 101 or 46 OR a waiver from the instructor)
Monday/Wednesday Mornings 9:05 - 1:30pm  
MCS-Room 4 & Lab

EDM... there's a lot going on under the surface.  MTT-107 Advanced Manufacturing Practices: Take 46 or 101 prep classes before 107 is offered next!MTT 107 Advanced Manufacturing Processes
Includes advanced Milling and Lathe techniques, introduction to Rapid Prototyping, Surface Grinder, EDM and more.  (Prerequisite- Beginning Machinist 101 or 46 OR a waiver from the instructor)
Monday/Wednesday Evenings
6:00 - 10:00pm     
MCS-Room 4 & Lab

MTT 16 -  General Metals
Introduction to metal working, including Milling Machine, Lathe, MIG/TIG & Gas welding, Foundry, Sheet Metal and more.
Saturday Mornings 8:30 - 3:15pm  
MCS-Room 4 & Lab

MTT 10B -  Computer Numerical Control Programming (CNC G-Code Programming)
Thursday Evenings 5:45 - 10:00pm        MCS-Room 5 

MTT 10J - Numerical Control Graphics Programming (MasterCam)
Tuesday Evenings 6:45 - 9:55pm         TechArts-Room 204

MTT 101, 103, 105, 107  Buy used on Amazon or Ebay.  The 4th edition cost $2MTT 40 -  Machine Shop Calculations
Tuesday Evening 7:00 - 10:10pm         MCS-Room 4

 

Engineering TechnologyETEC-16: CNC G-Code Programming on Fadal Milling Machines
ETEC 14 - Electronics for Engineering Techs
Tuesday/Thursday Mornings 3:00 - 12:15pm

ETEC 16 - Computer Integrated Manufacturing      Integration of technology in manufacturing environments.  This includes Robotics, Machine-Tool Manufacturing, Programming, Design and Rapid-Manufacturing.                  Tuesday/Thursday Mornings 8:00 - 12:15pm

Computer Aided Design Classes
Many Weekday & Saturday Classes Offered.
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The application process is easy but takes time.  El Camino College requires online registration. The Registration Office will not answer the phone or return calls!

Taking CNC to the next level!

Free RobotAssist Modeling SoftwareMTT Tech.. Check out the rapid prototype equipment!

    

Contact Professor Ed Hofmann
310-660-3593 x3292
hhofmann@elcamino.edu

Top of Page

ETEC-16: Conversational CNC on the Kent Mill
Setups Page:
Kent Acu-Rite CNC/Conversational Programming

MTT-40 Machine Shop Calculations

MTT-2 Manufacturing Print Reading

Safety-Glasses: Because we like to see.

Tools I Use
These are good calipers that take a beating.  Shipping discount on multiples.

CLOSED-TOE SHOES:
Heavy Boots are better than flip-flops when metal drops.

April Enco Free Shipping Code:
NCC
APR

El Camino College Machine Shop & Admin. 

Registration & Directions

  1. One mile East of the 405 FW
  2. In the basement of the Math/Computer/Sciences "MCS" building.
  3. On-line application and registration required!  It takes a day or two.
  4. Once registered, you will be given a Registration Appointment. You can register online any time after your "appointment" date.
  5. Detailed Campus Map pdf
In The Shop
Lathe Control Cheat-Sheet
Turning Machines.  Make them work... The Buttons You Push!!!

MTT & ETEC Prof Eric Carlson... takes the lead in a Robotic Arms Race!

Z-Corp Rapid Prototype Mold Making Machine
ZCorp Spectrum Z510.  Design it, load it, pour it, prototype.


SolidWorks - Use your Student ID for Student pricing on CAD software.

Gas welding in the summer metals class.

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