Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

MCH 276 - MASTERCAM SOLIDS - This course is contained within a single module and will consist of exercises in construction of 3D solid models, manipulations through the Solids Manager, and Toolpath generation through the solid selection menu.  

MCH 272 and MCH 273; previous experience in research procedures, teamwork, problem solving, or manufacturing experience will be helpful. It is recommended that the Machine Manufacturing series of classes be taken in sequence, but is not required. The Machine Manufacturing Technology series of classes can be taken simultaneously.  

Become proficient with Mastercam solids modeling techniques.

This course is based on performance outcomes. The following performance outcomes are based upon established industry standards. The student will demonstrate knowledge and understanding through the following activities:

• The course activities and design emphasize the development of skills and knowledge outcomes prescribed by established industry standards. The identified outcomes will be achieved by means of individual and team activities.  

  
MCH 272 MasterCam Solids, will be presented by means of audio-visual presentations, demonstrations, lab experiences, and research activities. The course activities and design emphasize the development of skills and knowledge outcomes prescribed by established industry standards. The identified outcomes will be achieved by means of individual and team activities.  

POLICY - Student performance measurements are based on established industry standards. The various areas of study during the course will be evaluated by a variety of activities. Typical of those activities are the following;

1. READING ASSIGNMENTS - Information sheets, textbooks, journal articles and the learning resource center are potential sources of information that the student will reference as directed in the modules identified in the introduction. 

2. PRACTICE - Completion of tasks and projects identified in the reading assignments, information sheets, journal articles and textbooks.

3. SELF-ASSESSMENT - Checking and evaluating the students understanding and knowledge gained through the reading assignments and practices typically done through a practice evaluation.

4. LAB ACTIVITIES - Participation in structured laboratory exercises with the emphasis on developing skills or increasing expertise in the areas of study identified in the module packets.

5. FINAL ASSESSMENT - An assessment in the form of a written exam and/or practical application that addresses the subject areas identified in the module packets.  

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Mastercam Solids by Lin