CAM: CNC Milling (Spring 2024)

Course Description

This course introduces Computer Numerical Control graphics programming and concepts for machining center applications. Emphasis is placed on developing a shape file in a graphics CAM system and transferring coded information from CAM graphics to the CNC milling center. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a complete job plan using CAM software to create a multi-axis CNC program.

56 hours – $264      KEYWORD: CAM

***Class skip dates are 3/28, 4/2, and 4/4 due to holidays and/or faculty/student breaks.

Course Cost:
$264 Tuition

For more information about the book for this course, please email or call the Gaston College Bookstore at bookstore@gaston.edu or 704-922-6428.

Course Meeting Locations

• CAM (Center for Advanced Manufacturing), 870 Gastonia Technology Parkway, Dallas Campus) Dallas Campus Map

Registration Options:
PLEASE NOTE: Payment for continuing education classes is expected at the time of registration, as the classes are on a first-come, first-served basis. All costs must be paid for a student to be officially registered.

If you need assistance with Registration, please get in touch with CE Registration at 704-922-6232.

Online (recommended)

1. Click on the following link and follow the instructions as listed: CE Registration Link

2. Reminder: In the Course Code Number field, enter a single keyword (CAM). No additional information is required.

Notes when using Online registration

• If you have an address change, name change, etc., we will need this updated information so we can contact you in case of a class change/cancellation or refund. Entering different information on the registration form will not update any existing records.  Current/Former Students: to provide us with a current email address and phone number if it has changed since first enrolling at Gaston College you may email gcregistrar@gaston.edu or call the Registration Department at 704-922-6232.

**NOTE: If you are 16 or 17 years old, you will have to register by completing a Continuing Education registration form.   Contact the Registrar’s Office at gcregistrar@gaston.edu or 704-922-6232 to request a Continuing Education registration form or you may register in person at the Dallas Campus.

Payment is due at the time of registration before the class date. You cannot DROP/WITHDRAW from classes using WebAdvisor.

Walk-in (payment is due at the time of registration before the class date)
CE Registration Department
MYERS CENTER – 2nd floor
201 Highway 321 South, Dallas, NC 28034
Monday-Thursday 8 am-5 pm, Fridays 8 am-11 am (Closed Fridays during the summer)
Dallas Campus Map

Refund Policy

If a student officially drops from a class or classes before the 10 percent date of the class(es), a 75 percent tuition refund will be given for the class(es) dropped. A 100% refund will be made if the student drops from the class before the class start date. No refunds will be given after the 10 percent date. If a course fails to materialize, refunds are automatically processed. (The refund policy is subject to change. Refunds of tuition will be issued in accordance with the current state and college policy.) To request a refund or transfer, please email gcregistrar@gaston.edu.

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For more information or questions, you can also email: ConEd@gaston.edu.