Machine Technology (MAC) at Rappahannock Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- MAC 111 - Machine Trade Theory and Computation I
- Covers shop theory and mathematics dealing with fractional and precision measuring tools. Includes layout, bandsaws, drill presses, the twist drill, thread cutting, taper turning, vertical and horizontal milling machines, lathe tool bit geometry, the engine lathe, and other lathe operations. Part I of II.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - MAC 121 - Numerical Control I
- Focuses on numerical control techniques in metal forming and machine processes. Includes theory and practice in lathe and milling machine computer numerical control program writing, setup and operation. Part I of II.Lecture 1-2 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 3-5 hours per week.
2-3 credits - MAC 131 - Machine Lab I
- Teaches fundamental machine shop operations, bench work, layout, measuring tools, and safety. Part I of II.Lecture 0-2 hours. Laboratory 0-3 hours. Total 1-5 hours per week.
1-3 credits - MAC 146 - Metals/Heat Treatment
- Provides approach to metals and their structure. Gives working knowledge of methods of treating ferrous and non- ferrous metals.Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
2 credits - MAC 161 - Machine Shop Practices I
- Introduces safety procedures, bench work, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, drill presses, cut-off saws, engine lathes, manual surface grinders, and milling machines. Part I of II.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 4-5 hours per week.
3 credits - MAC 162 - Machine Shop Practices II
- Introduces safety procedures, bench work, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, drill presses, cut-off saws, engine lathes, manual surface grinders, and milling machines. Part II of II.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 4-5 hours per week.
3 credits - MAC 181 - Machine Blueprint Reading I
- Introduces reading and interpreting blueprints and working drawings. Applies visualization of objects, sketching, and machine terminology. Part I of II.Lecture 3 hours per week.
3 credits - MAC 195 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - MAC 295 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits