Intermediate Machining Principles
The Introduction to Machining series introduces learners to the critical manufacturing processes involved in metal cutting. The courses provide complete overviews of computer controlled numerical machines, lathes, machining centers, and the tooling commonly used. These courses will help anyone involved in advanced manufacturing better understand and appreciate the complexity and sophistication involved with metal cutting.
Principles of CNC covers the fundamentals of Computer Numerical Control (CNC). It reviews the history, common components, component functions, common CNC machine types, and functions of CNC machines. The learner gains an understanding of how a CNC machine uses the Cartesian coordinate system and reference points to control machine movement. The course also provides an overview of part programming, including programming methods, program structure, and common codes.
Principles of Turning provides an overview of the turning centers and applications used in the turning process. The learner gains knowledge about the history of lathes, major components of manual and CNC lathes, major types of lathes, and common turning operations.
Principles of Machining Centers provides an overview of the equipment and applications used in the machining process. The learner develops an understanding of the history of machining centers as well as the common types of products produced on them. The course highlights major components of horizontal and vertical machining centers, major types of machining centers, and common machining center operations.
Principles of Tooling introduces the tools used for metal cutting on lathes and machining centers. It reviews basic concepts in metal removal, tool materials and their properties, and tool selection and maintenance. The learner gains skills in identifying the major types of tools, cutting applications, materials and properties of tools, and the types and causes of tool defects.
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Types of CNC Machines
Common Lathe Applications
Machining Center Components
How Tools Are Used
