CAD 120 - INTRO TO CAM

    Recent Professors
    T. Morse
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Fall 2026
    Class Size
    10–12 students
    Difficulty
    6.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of CAD 120
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Introduces the basics in computer geometry creation including line, arc, curve creation and manipulation. Gives a foundation to build on advanced CAD/CAM techniques. Instructs students on file transfer systems from CAD to CAM with emphasis on proper drawing techniques, including file type-save-transfer. Projects will be drawn, checked and created on appropriate equipment. Shows links between CNC machines on the shop floor and their relationship with the design process. Generates code from created drawings to be run on Computer Numerical Controlled equipment. Credit may be earned in CAD 120 or SKCA 120 but not in both.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:15pm–2:00pm, Mon Wed 12:30pm–2:00pm, Thu Fri 8:00am–11:30am, Tue 4:00pm–7:55pm