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Sep 08, 2024
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MCH 132 - Introduction to Engine Lathes Credit(s): 4
This course is the study of basic machine tool operations and forming processes. Topics include lathe work, drilling operations, tooling, and fixture work. (All Semesters)
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to
- Operate metal lathes.
- Demonstrate safety protocol associated with lathes and other equipment.
- Grind a lathe tool bit.
- Complete projects utilizing all the machining and tooling techniques of lathes.
- Use and care for precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
- Make required projects utilizing facing, turning, boring, and parting-off procedures.
- Identify basic thread systems and demonstrate how to make each on a metal lathe.
- Demonstrate proper use and care of dial indicators.
- Demonstrate grinding of turning, facing, boring, threading, and radius tool bits.
- Set up and demonstrate proper use of a tool post grinder.
- Demonstrate the set up and use of a steady rest.
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