This text introduces readers to the fundamental concepts and advanced practices of CNC programming across various types of machine tools. Stemming from over two decades of the author's instructional expertise, it serves as both an introductory guide and an advanced reference for CNC programming, encompassing topics from the first industrial revolution to the sophisticated techniques of 5-axis machining and the intricacies of Industry 4.0 and artificial intelligence.
John Wyatt is an associate professor in the Department of Industrial Technology, Instructional Design, and Community College Leadership at Mississippi State University, where he teaches both machining and manufacturing processes courses. Dr. Wyatt holds a Ph.D. in industrial engineering from the Southampton Institute in the United Kingdom.
