2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:		CNC Composite Fabricator / Programmer
Specialization Tract:		Mechanical Design and Fabrication
Career Cluster:		Manufacturing

CCC	
CIP Number	0615080501	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	12 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	51-4012 – Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program (1615000001) under the Mechanical Design and Fabrication specialization.

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the manufacturing career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the manufacturing career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to maintenance techniques, computer-aided drafting/design skills, technical communications, maintenance and operation of various industrial components, quality control and testing, material handling protocols, and proper usage of tools and instrumentation.  

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Generate and interpret computer-aided drawings.
02.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the principles, concepts and applications in woodworking and composite fabrication methods.
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the set-up and operation of manual and CNC machining centers.
04.0	Demonstrate proficiency in computer-aided drafting/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software.  

2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	CNC Composite Fabricator / Programmer
CIP Number:	0615080501
Program Length:	12 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		51-4012

This certificate program is part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program (1615000001).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Generate and interpret computer-aided drawings--The student will be able to:	
01.01	Apply current industrial computer aided-drawing practices.	
01.02	Construct geometric figures. 	
01.03	Create and edit text formatted to industry standards.	
01.04	Use and control accuracy-enhancement tools for entity-positioning methods.	
01.05	Identify, create, store, and use standard part symbols and libraries. 	
01.06	Control entity properties by layer, color, and line type. 	
01.07	Use viewing commands to perform zooming and panning.	
01.08	Use query commands to interrogate database for entity characteristics. 	
01.09	Plot drawings on media using layout and scale. 	
01.10	Prepare drawings for flexibility of future editing and minimum file size.	
01.11	Apply standard dimensioning rules. 	
01.12	Demonstrate proficiency importing and exporting various files types.	
01.13	Operate related peripheral devices.	
01.14	Read and interpret technical drawings to assure conformity of product.	
01.15	Demonstrate skill in assessing and reading schematics and drawings.	
02.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the principles, concepts and applications in woodworking and composite fabrication methods--The student will be able to:  	
02.01	Demonstrate the safe and proper use of and the basic adjustments and maintenance according to the manufacturer’s recommendations for the following equipment, to include but not limited to:	
02.01.1	Saws	
02.01.2	Planers	
02.01.3	Jointers	
02.01.4	Routers	
02.01.5	Lathes	
02.01.6	Drills	
02.01.7	Nailers	
02.01.8	Dust Collection	
02.02	Set up and apply the use of clamps and vices.	
02.03	Apply and use basic safety equipment (PPE).	
02.04	Apply OSHA safety rules concerning PPE for eye protection.	
02.05	Apply OSHA safety rules concerning PPE for hearing protection.	
02.06	Identify and describe common wood working joints.	
02.07	Demonstrate the use of wood glues, adhesives and epoxies.	
02.08	Identify and describe rip, cross, miter, bevel, compound, and curved wood cuts.	
02.09	Use wood stains and sealers.	
02.10	Apply standard lumber dimensioning methods.	
02.11	Identify and use basic woodworking layout tools.	
02.12	Analyze lumber distortions and defects.	
02.13	Define categories of hard and soft woods.	
02.14	Demonstrate or identify CNC router set-up and operation.	
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the set-up and operation of manual and CNC machining centers--The student will be able to:  	
03.01	Set up and maintain a manual and/or CNC machining centers.	
03.02	Demonstrate processes using manual and/or CNC machining centers.	
03.03	Demonstrate acceptable control of machining processes.	
03.04	Identify and define chip formation, load and material removal rates.	
03.05	Demonstrate the characteristics of machining cutting tools.	
03.06	Identify or define cutting tool geometry and cutting tool materials to select tools for CNC machining.	
03.07	Demonstrate efficient CNC machining processes.	
03.08	Demonstrate the process to drill and layout holes to a specific size.	
03.09	Identify part layout techniques.	
03.10	Demonstrate machining procedures used in CNC programming.	
03.11	Identify grinding machining practices and processes.	
03.12	Demonstrate threading and tapping processes.	
03.13	Identify metal alloys and their properties in machining.	
03.14	Demonstrate job planning procedures in machining.	
03.15	Calculate cutting tool speeds and feeds.	
03.16	Adjust RPM of machining equipment.	
03.17	Identify coordinate and primary machining axes.	
03.18	Define and describe absolute and incremental coordinates. 	
03.19	Identify the five basic CNC drive components. 	
03.20	Demonstrate rapid travel and interpolation.	
03.21	Identify coordinate and primary machining axes. 	
03.22	Identify and define manual and CNC machining operations.	
03.23	Read and edit CNC programs.	
03.24	Demonstrate acceptable procedures in starting CNC machines.	
03.25	Demonstrate the CNC machine controls for set up and operation.	
03.26	Demonstrate acceptable procedures to set up a CNC Machining center.	
03.27	Demonstrate acceptable procedures to run programs using a CNC machining center.	
03.28	Demonstrate acceptable procedures to generate a CNC program.	
03.29	Demonstrate acceptable procedures in CNC job planning.	
03.30	Select cutting tools, collets and holding fixtures.	
03.31	Identify CNC tooling and applications.	
03.32	Define CNC programming code words and conventions.	
03.33	Define and demonstrate CNC program fixed cycles.	
03.34	Demonstrate use of CAD/CAM software and processes.	
03.35	Produce student generated projects.	
04.0	Demonstrate proficiency in computer-aided drafting/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software–The student will be able to:  	
04.01	Create CAD/CAM geometry for tool path processing.	
04.02	Demonstrate procedures to import/export CAD/CAM files.	
04.03	Demonstrate contouring using CAM tool path commands.	
04.04	Apply pocketing using CAM tool path commands.	
04.05	Demonstrate drill cycles using CAM tool path commands.	
04.06	Demonstrate thread cycles using CAM tool path commands.	
04.07	Demonstrate engraving using CAM tool path commands.	
04.08	Construct lettering using CAM tool path commands.	
04.09	Demonstrate nesting using CAM tool path commands.	
04.10	Describe procedures for CAM post-processing.	
04.11	Apply tool path verification for a CAM program.	
04.12	Demonstrate tool-path operations using CAM software.	
04.13	Demonstrate ability to save, copy, delete, and rename computer files.	
04.14	Create a CAD/CAM working portfolio.	
04.15	Demonstrate the use of back plotting in a cam program.	
04.16	Demonstrate how to modify an existing tool path.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:

http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml