1.1 explain the function of the hardware and software elements of a CAM system

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1.1 explain the function of the hardware and software elements of a CAM system

Unit 14: Computer-aided Machining Unit code: J/601/1501

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of

this unit a learner will:

Assessment criteria for pass

The learner can:

LO1 Understand the operational

characteristics of CAM

systems

1.1 explain the function of the hardware and software

elements of a CAM system

1.2 identify the inputs and outputs of a CAM system

1.3 explain the methods of component location, clamping

and tool holding in CNC machines

LO2 Be able to produce and

prove manual part programs

2.1 utilise elements and structures of a CNC part program

when producing and proving a manual part program

2.2 use appropriate ISO standards with respect to codes

and program format when producing and proving a

manual part program

2.3 use programming techniques to promote enhanced

system performance

2.4 produce manually written part programs for engineered

components

2.5 input manually written part programs to a CNC machine

and prove their accuracy

LO3 Be able to produce and

prove computer-assisted

part programs

3.1 use an appropriate range of functions when producing

and proving computer-assisted part programs

3.2 use a database in support of computer-assisted part

programming

3.3 use macro routines in support of computer-assisted part

programming

3.4 produce computer-assisted part programs for

engineered components

3.5 pass computer-assisted part programs to a CNC

machine and prove their accuracy

LO4 Understand inspection and

quality control in CAM

systems

4.1 review the various levels of inspection in CAM systems

4.2 assess the techniques used for data capture in

automated inspection systems

4.3 explain the significance of adaptive control methods in

CAM systems.