MAE 5250
Computer-Aided Manufacture
Covers the fundamentals of computer-aided manufacture (CAM) and computer numerical control (CNC) programming. The course is a hands-on series on CAM and provides practical applications for the use of Gcode and solid modeling software, CNC mill and/or lathe setup, tool selection, and operation. An additional non-credit lab is required only for students wishing to obtain Emerson Lab machine certification. Certification is required for students wishing to use the CNC equipment in the Emerson Manufacturing Teaching Lab for team or research projects. The lab follows completion of the regular course and prepares students for the Emerson CNC Blue Apron test.
Topics
- The student will be able to describe the role of machine tools in history and current industry.
- The student will be able to list and describe the capabilities and limitations of machine tool technology.
- The student will be able to perform CNC programming both manually and in AutoDesk Fusion 360.
Official roster learning outcomes
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027