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Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programming
1. Introduction to CNC Machining
2. Fundamentals of the CNC Machine Environment
3. The Language of CNC: Codes and Addresses
4. Structure of a CNC Program
5. Basic Motion Programming
6. Speeds and Feeds
7. Tooling and Tool Management
8. Work Coordinate Systems and Offsets
9. Drilling and Hole-Making Operations
10. Advanced Programming Techniques
11. CAD/CAM Integration and Workflow
12. Machine Setup and Program Execution
13. Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution
14. CNC Safety and Best Practices
Advanced Programming Techniques
Subprograms and Modular Programming
Subprogram Structure and Benefits
Subprogram Call (M98)
Subprogram Return (M99)
Parameter Passing
Nested Subprograms
Local and Global Variables
Parametric Programming and Macros
Variable Declaration and Usage
System Variables
Local Variables
Mathematical Operations
Arithmetic Functions
Trigonometric Functions
Logical Operations
Control Structures
Conditional Statements (IF-THEN-ELSE)
Looping Constructs (WHILE, FOR)
GOTO Statements
Macro Programming Applications
Family of Parts Programming
Adaptive Machining
Custom Cycles
Coordinate System Transformations
Coordinate System Rotation (G68)
Rotation Angle Specification
Rotation Center Definition
Applications in Angled Features
Scaling Operations (G51)
Uniform and Non-Uniform Scaling
Scale Factor Applications
Mirror Imaging
Axis Mirroring Techniques
Part Symmetry Applications
Transformation Cancellation
Resetting to Default State
Advanced Motion Control
High-Speed Machining Techniques
Smooth Contouring
Look-Ahead Processing
Adaptive Feed Control
Custom Cycle Development
User-Defined Canned Cycles
Cycle Storage and Recall
Cycle Parameter Validation
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