Binghamton High School – Pre-Engineering Academy
Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems
Mr. Gaska
Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems (CIMS) is a course designed to introduce the world of CNC Machining and
Robotic Technology. Students will use various machines including a CNC Milling Machine and Articulated Robot. They will
also learn how to control a robot for material handling in a manufacturing environment. The class also develops skills in
solid modeling, teamwork, presentation skills, organization and numerical code writing.
College Credit
This class is part of the Project Lead the Way five-course sequence. The college final exam is given by Rochester
Institute of Technology and is administered at the BHS because it is a certified high school in this nationwide program. If
a student scores 70% or better on this exam, and earns an 85% or better when the four marking periods are averaged
together, then that student may opt to receive college credit from RIT. An application will be mailed home and a $200
tuition fee would be sent to RIT after the final grades have been received. (Optional) College credits can then be
transferred to other schools and used toward college majors other than engineering.
Mandatory Materials
 A 3-ring binder
 Pens and pencils
 Classroom calculators are available when needed
Grades
Completions of class projects, book work, drawings, presentations, quizzes and tests.
Class Participation
 Actively working with effort for the entire duration of class
 Prepared and on time for class each day
 Positive and respectful attitude
 Lab Maintenance
70% of final average
30% of final average
Cell Phones and Electronic Devices
Electronic Devices within the classroom may not be seen or used at anytime. Lunch detention will be assigned. Further
actions will be taken with administration if this behavior continues. (See Student Handbook)
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes and arrive on time each day. Only students with legal
absences will be allowed to make up work. Students must schedule time for make up work within two days after
returning to school. Students work at a computer most of the time. Students are not required to have a computer or
this software at home. Therefore, attendance is a necessity for academic achievement. (See Handbook for Attendance
Policy)
As a student enrolled in the Pre-Engineering Academy, I wish to successfully complete this course. I have carefully read
and understand the expectations and responsibilities listed above. I understand that I need to meet all of these
requirements in order to receive a passing grade and earn credit for this course.
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