Unit 1　Introduction of CNC Machine Tool
  1.1　Machining Center Configurations
  1.2　Vertical Machining Centers
  1.3　Horizontal Machining Centers
  1.4　Other Programmable Features of Machining Centers
   1.4.1　Spindle Speed
   1.4.2　Spindle Activation and Direction
   1.4.3　Spindle Range
   1.4.4　Feedrate
   1.4.5　Coolant
   1.4.6　Tool Changes
   1.4.7　What Else Might Be Programmable
  Exercises
 Unit 2　Tooling for CNC Machine
  2.1　Introduction
  2.2　Material for Cutting Tools
  2.3　The Practical Application of Cemented Carbides
   2.3.1　Solid Tools
   2.3.2　Brazed Tips
   2.3.3　Indexable Inserts
  2.4　Tooling Systems
  2.5　Automatic Tool Changer System
   2.5.1　Turret Head
   2.5.2　Carousel Storage with Spindle Direct Tool Changer
   2.5.3　Horizontal Storage Matrix Magazin with Pivot Insertion Tool Changer
  Exercises
 Unit 3　Program Zero and Coordinate System
  3.1　What is Coordinate System
  3.2　Plus and Minus
  3.3　Program Zero
  3.4　Absolute cremental
  Exercises
 Unit 4　Mathematics for NC Programming
  4.1　Introduction
  4.2　Geometry
   4.2.1　Properties of Intersecting Lines
   4.2.2　Tangency
  4.3　Trigonometry
   4.3.1　The Pythagorean Theorem
   4.3.2　Right Triangle Trigonometry
   4.3.3　Oblique Triangle Trigonometry
  Exercises
 Unit 5　Word Address Programming
  5.1　Introduction
  5.2　Programming Language Format
  5.3　Programming Language Terminology
  5.4　Program and Sequence Numbers(O,NCodes)
  5.5　Preparatory Functions(G Codes)
  5.6　Dimension Words(X,Y,Z,Codes)
  5.7　Feedrate(FCodes)
  5.8　Spindle Speed(SCodes)
  5.9　Miscellaneous Machine Functions(MCodes)
  5.10　Why Learn Manual Programming
  Exercises
 Unit 6　Speeds and Feeds
  6.1　Cutting Speeds and Feeds
  6.2　Spindle Speeds
  6.3　Feed Rates
   6.3.1　Feed Rates for Turning
   6.3.2　Feed Rates for Milling
   6.3.3　Feed Rates for Drilling
  6.4　Feed Rate and Spindle Speed Override
  Exercises
 Unit 7　Preparation for Programming
  7.1　The Importance of Preparation
  7.2　Typical Mistakes
   7.2.1　Syntax Mistakes
   7.2.2　Motion Mistakes
   7.2.3　Mistakes of Omission
   7.2.4　Process Mistakes
  7.3　Steps for Preparing to Write a CNC Program
   7.3.1　Study and Mark Up the Print
   7.3.2　Prepare the Machining Process
   7.3.3　Develop the Needed Cutting Conditions
   7.3.4　Do the Required Math
   7.3.5　Check the Required Tooling
  7.4　Plan the Work Holding Setup
  7.5　Other Documentation
   7.5.1　Setup Sheet
   7.5.2　Program Listing
  7.6　Is It All Worth It
  Exercises
 Unit 8　Programming Techniques
  8.1　Introduction
  8.2　Programming Hole Operation
  8.3　Programming Linear Profiles
  8.4　Programming Circular Profiles
   8.4.1　Circular Interpolation Commands
   8.4.2　Circular Interpolation Via Direct Radius Specification
   8.4.3　Profiling Arcs at Constant Feed Rate
  8.5　Programming with Subprogram
   8.5.1　Subprogram Concept
   8.5.2　Commands for Calling a Subprogram and Returning to the Main Program
   8.5.3　General Rules for Subprogramming
  Exercises
 Unit 9　Three Kinds of Compensation
  9.1　Introduction
  9.2　What is Compensation
  9.3　Understanding Offsets
   9.3.1　How Many Offsets do You Have
   9.3.2　Offsets and Trial Machining
   9.3.3　Organization of Offsets
   9.3.4　Wear Offsets Versus Geometry Offsets
   9.3.5　How Offsets are Instated
  9.4　Tool Length Compensation
   9.4.1　The Reason for Tool Length Compensation
   9.4.2　How Tool Length Compensation is Used
  9.5　Cutter Radius Compensation
   9.5.1　Reasons for Using Cutter Radius Compensation
   9.5.2　How does Cutter Radius Compensation Work
  9.6　Fixture Offsets
  Exercises
 Unit 10　Machine Design
  10.1　Repeatability
  10.2　Basic Structure
  10.3　Machine Spindles
  10.4　Spindle Drives
  10.5　Machine Slides
  10.6　Slide Drives
  Exercises
 Unit 11　Setup and Maintain
  11.1　Tasks Related to Setup and Operation
   11.1.1　Setup Tasks Versus Production Maintaining Tasks
   11.1.2　Tasks Related to Setup
  11.2　Tasks Related to Maintaining Production
   11.2.1　Workpiece Unload and Load
   11.2.2　Maintaining Critical Dimensions(with Close Tolerances)during Each Tool’s Life
   11.2.3　Replacing Worn Tools
  11.3　Other Possible Tasks to be Done During the Production Run
  Exercises
 Unit 12　Three Modes of Operation
  12.1　The Manual Mode
  12.2　The Manual Data Input Mode
   12.2.1　The Manual Data Input Position of the Mode Switch
   12.2.2　The Edit Position of the Mode Switch
  12.3　The Program Operation Mode
   12.3.1　The Memory(or Auto)Mode Switch Position
   12.3.2　The Tape Mode Switch Position
  Exercises
 Unit 13　Program Verification Techniques
  13.1　Introduction
  13.2　Safety Priorities
   13.2.1　Operator Safety
   13.2.2　Machine Tool Safety
   13.2.3　Workpiece Safety
  13.3　Typical Mistakes
   13.3.1　Syntax Mistakes in the Program
   13.3.2　Motion Mistakes in the Program
   13.3.3　Setup Mistakes
   13.3.4　Mistakes of Omission
  13.4　Procedures to Program Verification
   13.4.1　The Machine Lock Dry Run
   13.4.2　Free Flowing Dry Run
   13.4.3　Normal Air Cutting CycleExecution
   13.4.4　Running the First Workpiece
   13.4.5　Making Good Parts
  13.5　Conclusion to Program Verification
  Exercises
 Unit 14　CAD/CAM
  14.1　Introduction
  14.2　Computer-Aided Anything(CAA)
  14.3　What is CAD/CAM Software
  14.4　Description of CAD/CAM Components and Functions
   14.4.1　CAD Module
   14.4.2　CAM Module
   14.4.3　Geometry olpath
   14.4.4　Tool and Material Libraries
   14.4.5　Verification and Post-Processor
   14.4.6　Portability
  14.5　Software Issues and Trends
  Exercises
 Appendix A　G&M Code Reference
 Appendix B　The Sample of CNC Machine Specification
 Appendix C　Vocabulary
 References