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Manual Machinist

This Manual Machinist course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary to perform manual machining. The course will cover workholding, math, inspection, safety, machining, materials, quality, grinding, assembly, and more.

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                                205 Course Hrs
                            

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                                    GES782
                            
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                                12 Months
                            
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Overview

Objective

What you will learn

Production Floor Safety
CNC Controls and Programming
Metallurgy
Machining and Grinding Processes
Fastener Assembly
Inspection Methods
Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM
Workholding Principles

How you will benefit

Prepare for a career as a manual machinist, production machinist, machine operator, manual lathe operator, or manual mill operator
Gain the skills you need to confidently perform your job
Enrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions

Outline

Workholding
1. Intro to Workholding 104
2. Supporting and Locating Principles 106
3. Locating Devices 107
4. Clamping Basics 108
5. Chucks, Collets, and Vises 110
6. Fixture Body Construction 200
7. Fixture Design Basics 210
8. Drill Bushing Selection 230
Math
1. Math Fundamentals 101
2. Math: Fractions and Decimals 111
3. Units of Measurement 112
4. Basics of Tolerance 121
5. Blueprint Reading 131
6. Algebra Fundamentals 141
7. Geometry: Lines and Angles 151
8. Geometry: Triangles 161
9. Geometry: Circles and Polygons 171
10. Trigonometry: The Pythagorean Theorem 201
11. Trigonometry: Sine, Cosine, Tangent 211
12. Trigonometry: Sine Bar Applications 221
13. Statistics 231
Inspection
1. Basic Measurement 101
2. Calibration Fundamentals 111
3. Hole Standards and Inspection 141
4. Thread Standards and Inspection 151
5. Surface Texture and Inspection 201
6. Material Tests for Welding 201
7. Introduction to GD&T 301
8. Major Rules of GD&T 311
9. Inspecting a Prismatic Part 321
10. Inspecting a Cylindrical Part 331
11. Advanced Hole Inspection 341
12. Inspecting with Optical Comparators 351
13. Inspecting with CMMs 361
14. Calibration and Documentation 371
Metal Cutting
1. Cutting Processes 111
2. Safety for Metal Cutting 101
3. Overview of Machine Tools 121
4. Basic Cutting Theory 201
5. Band Saw Operation 211
6. Introduction to Metal Cutting Fluids 221
7. Metal Cutting Fluid Safety 231
8. Toolholders for Turning 260
9. Speed and Feed for the Lathe 301
10. High-Speed Machining 310
11. Speed and Feed for the Mill 311
12. Hard Turning 315
13. Cutting Tool Materials 321
14. Machining Titanium Alloys 325
15. Carbide Grade Selection 331
16. ANSI Insert Selection 341
17. Lathe Tool Geometry 351
18. Mill Tool Geometry 361
19. Drill Tool Geometry 371
20. Optimizing Tool Life and Process 381
21. Impact of Workpiece Materials 391
Machining
1. Manual Mill Basics 201
2. Engine Lathe Basics 211
3. Manual Mill Setup 221
4. Overview of Engine Lathe Setup 205
5. Benchwork and Layout Operations 241
6. Manual Mill Operation 251
7. Engine Lathe Operation 225
8. Holemaking on the Manual Mill 271
9. Threading on the Engine Lathe 235
10. Taper Turning on the Engine Lathe 240
11. Introduction to CNC Machines 201
12. Basics of the CNC Lathe 211
13. Basics of the CNC Mill 212
14. Coordinates for the CNC Lathe 221
15. Coordinates for the CNC Mill 222
16. Basics of G Code Programming 231
17. Introduction to CAD and CAM for Machining 241
18. Control Panel Functions for the CNC Lathe 251
19. Control Panel Functions for the CNC Mill 252
20. Offsets on the CNC Lathe 261
21. Offsets on the CNC Mill 262
22. Creating a CNC Turning Program 301
23. Creating a CNC Milling Program 302
24. Turning Calculations 285
25. Calculations for Programming the Mill 312
26. Canned Cycles for the Lathe 321
27. Canned Cycles for the Mill 322
28. Haas Mill: Control Panel Overview 250
29. Haas Lathe: Control Panel Overview 255
30. Haas Mill: Entering Offsets 260
31. Haas Lathe: Entering Offsets 265
32. Haas Mill: Locating Program Zero 270
33. Haas Lathe: Locating Program Zero 275
34. Haas Mill: Program Execution 280
35. Haas Lathe: Program Execution 285
36. Haas Mill: Program Storage 310
37. Haas Lathe: Program Storage 315
38. Haas Mill: First Part Runs 320
39. Haas Lathe: First Part Runs 325
40. Fanuc Mill: Control Panel Overview 250
41. Fanuc Lathe: Control Panel Overview 255
42. Fanuc Mill: Entering Offsets 260
43. Fanuc Lathe: Entering Offsets 265
44. Fanuc Mill: Locating Program Zero 270
45. Fanuc Lathe: Locating Program Zero 275
46. Fanuc Mill: Program Execution 280
47. Fanuc Lathe: Program Execution 285
48. Fanuc Mill: Program Storage 310
49. Fanuc Lathe: Program Storage 315
50. Fanuc Mill: First Part Runs 320
51. Fanuc Lathe: First Part Runs 325
52. Mazak Mill: Control Panel Overview 250
53. Mazak Lathe: Control Panel Overview 255
54. Mazak Mill: Locating Program Zero 270
55. Mazak Lathe: Locating Program Zero 275
56. Mazak Mill: Entering Offsets 280
57. Mazak Lathe: Entering Offsets 285
58. Creating an EIA/ISO Program for the Mazak Mill 286
59. Creating an EIA/ISO Program for the Mazak Lathe 287
60. Creating a Mazatrol Program for the Mill 288
61. Creating a Mazatrol Program for the Lathe 289
62. Mazak Mill: Program Execution 290
63. Mazak Lathe: Program Execution 295
64. Mazak Mill: Program Storage 310
65. Mazak Lathe: Program Storage 315
66. Mazak Mill: First Part Runs 320
67. Mazak Lathe: First Part Runs 325
Safety
1. Intro to OSHA 101
2. Personal Protective Equipment 111
3. Safety for Electrical Work 111
4. Noise Reduction and Hearing Conservation 121
5. Respiratory Safety 131
6. Lockout/Tagout Procedures 141
7. SDS and Hazard Communication 151
8. Bloodborne Pathogens 161
9. Walking and Working Surfaces 171
10. Fire Safety and Prevention 181
11. Flammable/Combustible Liquids 191
12. Ergonomics 102
13. Hand and Power Tool Safety 201
14. Safety for Lifting Devices 211
15. Powered Industrial Truck Safety 221
16. Confined Spaces 231
17. Environmental Safety Hazards 241
18. Machine Guarding 140
Materials
1. Introduction to Physical Properties 101
2. Introduction to Mechanical Properties 111
3. Introduction to Metals 121
4. Classification of Steel 201
5. Essentials of Heat Treatment of Steel 211
6. Hardness Testing 221
7. Ferrous Metals 231
8. Nonferrous Metals 241
9. Exotic Alloys 301
Quality and Manufacturing Management
1. Lean Manufacturing Overview 101
2. Essentials of Leadership 110
3. Essentials of Communication 120
4. ISO 9001: 2015 Review 122
5. Continuous Process Improvement: Managing Flow 124
6. Continuous Process Improvement: Identifying and Eliminating Waste 125
7. Manufacturing Process Applications: Part II 125
8. Managing Performance: Best Practices 130
9. Approaches to Maintenance 131
10. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions 135
11. Basics of Manufacturing Costs 140
12. Total Productive Maintenance 141
13. Conflict Resolution Principles 150
14. 5S Overview 151
15. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups 155
16. Team Leadership 160
17. Intro to Six Sigma 171
18. Troubleshooting 181
19. Personal Effectiveness 190
20. Managing the Diverse Workplace 210
21. SPC Overview 211
22. Harassment and Discrimination 215
23. Performance Management and the Law 230
24. Interpreting Blueprints 230
25. Metrics for Lean 231
26. Process Flow Charting 241
27. Strategies for Setup Reduction 251
28. Six Sigma Goals and Tools 310
Grinding
1. Grinding Processes 201
2. Grinding Safety 211
3. Basic Grinding Theory 221
4. Basics of the Surface Grinder 231
5. Basics of the Cylindrical Grinder 232
6. Basics of the Centerless Grinder 233
7. Setup for the Surface Grinder 241
8. Setup for the Cylindrical Grinder 242
9. Setup for the Centerless Grinder 243
10. Surface Grinder Operation 251
11. Cylindrical Grinder Operation 252
12. Centerless Grinder Operation 253
13. Grinding Ferrous Metals 311
14. Grinding Nonferrous Metals 321
15. Grinding Wheel Materials 331
16. Grinding Wheel Geometry 361
17. Dressing and Truing 341
Fasteners
1. Intro to Fastener Threads 110
2. Overview of Threaded Fasteners 117
3. Tools for Threaded Fasteners 120
4. Overview of Non-Threaded Fasteners 125
5. Intro to Fastener Ergonomics 130
6. Properties for Fasteners 200
7. Understanding Torque 210
8. Threaded Fastener Selection 215

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Does this course prepare for a certification?

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This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

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Manual Machinist

This Manual Machinist course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary to perform manual machining. The course will cover workholding, math, inspection, safety, machining, materials, quality, grinding, assembly, and more.

Overview

Objective

Outline

Requirements

Prerequisites

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