Mastercam

Mastercam

Description

Manufacturing is undoubtedly a driving force in the United States’ economy. Increasingly, industries related to manufacturing rely on competent and skilled designers, fabricators, and machine operators. In this curriculum, students learn the basics of the industry-standard Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software Mastercam. While learning how to manipulate the software, students are introduced to concepts such as coordinate positioning, both Cartesian and polar; determining efficiency ratings; the challenge of controlling splines; and the importance of speeds and feeds. This curriculum not only teaches the importance of accurate manufacturing, it challenges students to have fun while they are learning.

Skills

  • Create and maintain personal finances using computer software
  • Use computer software to develop business statements and charts
  • Track profit/loss of a product
  • Complete banking and investment forms

Knowledge

  • Explain the importance of creating a budget and financial planning
  • Identify the risks involved with credit
  • Identify the importance of insurance careers in the insurance industry
  • Recognize the challenges facing business decisions

    Activities

    • Activity 1 - Introduction
    • Activity 2 - Personal Banking
    • Activity 3 - Personal Investments
    • Activity 4 - Business Types
    • Activity 5 - Business Decisions and Ethics
    • Activity 6 - Business Finance
    • Activity 7 - Business Statements and Economic Systems
    • Activity 8 - Accounting Principles
    • Activity 9 - Insurance Industry
    • Activity 10 - Post-Test and Wrap-Up
    • Activity 11 - Bonus Activities
    • Activity 12 - Challenge
    • Activity 13 - Open-Ended Challenge
    • Activity 14 - Careers
    • Activity 15 - Internet

    Standards

    Math/Measure Problem Solving Reading

    Module Equipment Includes

    Student Workbook, Instructor's Manual, Installation CD, Mastercam Software, Timer/Stopwatch, Headphones

    Part # and Description

    MP1144

    Requirements

    Sufficient workspace should be provided to accommodate a computer monitor, keyboard, mouse, mill control box, and CNC mill.
    Computer and supplies are required and sold separately.

    Curriculum Specifications

    The student workbook contains concise hands-on procedures, illustrations, screen captures, and photographs which reinforce the multimedia content. Special attention is placed on interesting and relevant graphics to encourage visual learning. DEPCO Studio is an effective curriculum delivery system that uses the power of the computer to deliver educational content. By using interesting digital videos, full-color animations, professional quality narrations, challenging interactions, relevant photographs, and Computer Aided Instruction (CAI), DEPCO has modernized the way subject matter is taught. Modules are 15 units consisting of: - 10 basic activity days with Pre-Test, Post-Test, and Activity Review Questions - 5 enrichment activities include: vocabulary reinforcement, problem-solving, open-ended challenges, careers, and Internet activities An instructor's section includes: lesson plan outlines, installation instructions, and answer keys