Engineering training network numerical control processing and remote operation and monitoring

On the basis of numerical control technology, communication technology, computer technology and network technology, the teaching equipments of the Engineering Training Center of South China University of Technology such as the machining centers, CNC lathes, CNC milling machines and the upper control computers are integrated. Through the network, the processing technology assignments, NC program management, process information files, tool parameters, remote monitoring of cutting parameters, as well as the integrated management of students’ information, including names, internship jobs, study records, practice assessments, practice test reports, performances, etc. are realized. The information exchanges between the monitoring of laboratory teaching equipments and manufacturing & processing equipments, students’ information and upper control computers are achieved. The research has changed the situation of teaching devices without internet and Independent single processing functions, improved engineering training center teaching facilities, students’ information network teaching and management level and enhanced students' practical training skills and work efficiency and level of teaching instructors. Keywords—Engineering Training; CNC machining; Network technology; Remote operation and monitoring