The book is designed to interest students in manufacturing in a logical manner. *The basic machine tool operations are covered (same as the machine tool courses presently taught in schools). *A complete section on CNC programming and operation for teaching-size and standard machines presented in east-to-understand language. *Twelve new manufacturing technologies, directly related to the machine trade are covered in a brief overview of each, designed to show students the many exciting career opportunities available in manufacturing. ALSO AVAILABLE Workbook, ISBN: 0-8273-7587-5 INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Manual, ISBN: 0-8273-7863-7