School
Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development
Division
Adv Manufacturing/Fabrication
Department
Machine Tool
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Machine Tool Technology
Course Number
100
Course Title
Machine Tool Processes I
Cross-Referenced Course
Credit Hours
4.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
92.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
92.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Catalog Course Description
An entry-level course in manufacturing processes involving turning, threading, drilling, reaming, tapping, and milling. Covers part processing, machines, and tooling used along with speeds and feeds and inspection techniques in relation to operations. Safety is an integral part of the course. Laboratory activities.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
Core Course Topics
- Lab orientation, safety, and machining tips
- Make-up and carbon content of various metals
- Measuring tools and instruments
- Tolerances
- Hand tools and layout
- Threads and fasteners
- Lathe, safety and correct use of the machine
- Thread cutting on the lathe
- Vertical milling machines, safety, and correct use of the machine
- Milling tools
- Feeds and speeds for different machines and metals
- Outside diameter (O.D.) grinder use and safety
- Surface grinder
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
- Implement proper safety practices regarding machine tools.
- Recognize proper set up for basic machine tool operations.
- Determine proper speeds and feeds for machining.
- Determine proper tooling for operations to be performed.
- Apply proper gauging instruments for tolerances specified.
- Process basic parts to completion.*
- Analyze completed part accuracy.*
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Other Details
Student Interview and Portfolio Review
Approval Dates
Effective Term
Winter 2014
Review Semester
Winter 2014