NATIONAL DIPLOMA

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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: DDT, PLANT, PRODUCTION

SUBJECT: CAD/CAM PAPER No.: 546/15/S02

TITLE: ITTD 3 DATE: 06 JUNE 2020

DURATION: 3 Hours MODE: Unsupervised

Nov 2020 & Mar 2021 Coursework

REQUIREMENTS
1. Computer loaded with AutoCAD R12 software or better.
2. Programming sheets.
3. Answer sheets.
4. G codes and M codes.

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE
1. Answer all questions.
2. Mark allocations are shown at the end of each question.
3. Answer question one on the computer and save it on the desktop as ITTD3_Q1.
4. Answer question 2 on programming sheets.
5. Answer questions 3 - 5 on answer sheets.
6. For any missing dimensions the candidate should give a reasonable assumption.

Student’s Name: Course: ND in Mechanical Engineering:

Question No. One Two Three Four Five Total Marks %
Actual Mark
Possible Mark 40 30 10 10 10 100
Total Marks
Lecturer: Chikara M (Mr.) Lecturer’s Sig.: Date:

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QUESTION ONE (Refer to the Machine Vice diagram) [40 marks]
QUESTION TWO

Using absolute programming, write a part program to machine a part with the final profile given
below from a billet size is ϕ40 mm x 100 mm. Take an overall depth of cut of 0.5mm and use
coolant; assume the part has already been faced. Part-off the to size. Use the data below: [30 marks]

Tool Tool Description Speed (rev/min) Feed (mm/rev)

Number Longitudinal Lateral Longitudinal Lateral
T01 Turning Tool 120 200 3 10
T02 Parting Tool 150 1.5

QUESTION 3

a) List any two factors to consider when buying computers. [02 marks]
b) List any two factors to consider when buying an application software. [02 marks]
c) List any two (2) computer components that affect the quality of computer graphic display e.g.
drawings. [02 marks]
d) List any two (2) computer components that have been changing with each and every
computer software upgrades e.g. AutoCAD. [02 marks]
e) Differentiate between Operating System software and Application software. [02 marks]

QUESTION 4

With the aid of a block diagram where necessary, define the following terms:

i. Closed loop control system [06 marks]

ii. Circular interpolation [02 marks]
iii. Transducer [02 marks]

QUESTION 5

a) Name any one (1) method of inputting commands in AutoCAD. [01 marks]
b) List and briefly explain the three (3) data entry methods used in AutoCAD. [09 marks]

Good luck!!

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Preparatory codes (G-codes)
Code No. Function
G00 Rapid traverse positioning
G01 Linear interpolation
G02 Circular interpolation, clockwise (CW)
G03 Circular interpolation, counter clockwise (CCW)
G70 Programmable inch dimensions
G71 Programmable metric dimensions
G90 Absolute data input
G91 Incremental data input
G94 Feed/min
G95 Feed/rev
G96 Constant surface speed (m/min)
G97 Constant speed (rev/min)

Miscellaneous codes (M-codes)

Code No. Function
M00 Program stop
M01 Optional stop
M02 End program (once off)
M03 Spindle on, clockwise
M04 Spindle on, counter-clockwise
M05 Spindle off
M06 Tool change
M07 Mist coolant on
M08 Flood coolant on
M09 Coolant off
M30 End program (repeat)

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