Retired 12/31/2008: This course will introduce the student to the computer assisted part of programming as it applies to Computer Numerical Control (CNC). Topics will include various types of programming systems. Instruction will include piece part geometry definition, computer input of this geometry, and post processing this information into CNC code. This code will then be used to machine parts. The student will become familiar with CAM software and acquire mathematical skills required and found in CAM systems. The student will demonstrate a measurable level of skill in geometry definition of CAM system, post processor knowledge to modify CNC code, and application of CAD to generate CNC code.