Machinist (Lathe, Milling, Shaping)

During the manufacturing of a part, a variety of machining operations and processes are needed to remove excess material. These operations are usually mechanical and involve cutting tools, abrasive wheels, and discs, etc. Machining operations may be performed on stock mill shapes such as bars and flats or they may be executed upon parts made by previous manufacturing methods such as casting or welding. 

Both lathes and milling machines change the shape and size of objects to create quick and accurate outcomes. A lot of furnishing is done to perfect the end product, but the primary job is done by these two machines.

In this Machinist course,  you will learn the fundamentals of mill and lathe machines. Whether you are operating a manual machine or programming a CNC machine, you need to master these fundamentals to get high-quality parts and avoid catastrophic failures.

This machinist course covers the various types of machining methods and the tools you will need to make your parts, as well as the actual mechanical operation of the machines. 

The course covers basic milling processes; work-holding methods; cutter identification, selection, and use; speeds and feeds; adapters; and tool holders and application. It includes the operation of vertical and horizontal manual milling machines. Introduces turning operations as related to manual turning machines with emphasis on work-holding methods and tool-holding/selection methods.  Includes operation of manual lathes, and applying related operational theory.

This course is for individuals who enjoy solving problems and can make decisions with the information provided, and have strong math, mechanical, and computer skills. Individuals should also be comfortable handling and moving objects and performing general physical activities such as standing, lifting, moving, and walking.

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