MFT 141 - Introduction to Machining Credits: 3 1 Lecture Hours 4 Lab Hours
Co-requisites: MFT 107
Description This course introduces the history and evolution of machining and machine tools, along with general shop safety. Classroom and lab activities include basic measurement, precision layout, metal cutting saws and drilling machines. Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Identify modern machine tools, operations and safety in the work place.
- Set up and calculate basic shop math problems.
- Identify the evolution of machine tools.
- Develop a process plan for a machined part.
- Use hand tools for bench work operations.
- Measure with steel rule, vernier and dial caliper and vernier micrometers.
- Identify various measuring and cutting tools used in machining.
- Set up and operate drilling machines to perform basic operations.
- Set up and operate metal cutting saws.
Listed Topics
- Shop safety
- Measurement
- Hand tools
- Layout
- Cutting tools
- Saws
- Basic shop math
- Job planning
- Bench work operation
- Tool identification
- Materials
- Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Reference Materials Instructor-approved textbook and materials. Approved By: Murphy, Michael Date Approved: 11/11/2013
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