Certificate of Training:
Complete Machine Shop I, II, III, & IV
Machine Shop I
72 hours
Prerequisite: None
Learn how to set up and operate an engine lathe, take precision measurements with the six inch scale, micrometer, and Vernier caliper, grind tool bits, cut threads, turn to tolerances, and knurl by completing a series of hands-on projects. Shop safety is stressed.
Machine Shop II
72 hours
Prerequisite: Machine Shop I
Learn advanced engine lathe techniques and the basics of setting up and operating the vertical mill. Through a series of projects you will learn how to cut single point threads, use thread wires, and drill and tap. Shop safety is stressed throughout the course.
Machine Shop III
72 hours
Prerequisite: Machine Shop II
Through a series of hands-on projects, the student will learn advanced vertical mill operations and the basics of the horizontal mill. Feeds and speeds for a variety of materials, interpreting shop blueprints, and safety are also covered.
Machine Shop IV
72 hours
Prerequisite: Machine Shop II
By completing a series of advanced projects, the student will develop and refine the skills learned in I, II, and III. Advanced blueprint reading and precision measurements are covered along with the math principles required to accurately set up machines. Safety is stressed.