APM 102 Precision Machining II
This course serves as an introduction to precision machining in the shop environment with a focus on basic, manual machining techniques, including feeds and speeds, and milling machines, drill presses and lathes. Apprentices learn about the identification and use of cutting tools, radius gauges and precision measuring tools, such as micrometers, height gauges, sine bar, protractor calipers, pin sets, gauge blocks, indicators, travel indicators, edge and center finders. In addition, students learn the theory behind basic manual machining techniques on mills, drill presses, lathes, and surface grinders. They also examine tooling theory, including tooling point fixtures and 3, 2, 1 tooling, tramming milling machine heads, dialing in a vise, dialing in holes, and dialing in a four jaw chuck and tail stock. Principles of climb and conventional milling and causes of chatter will also be addressed. Emphasis will be placed on shop safety, following a job plan, and using measurement tools and various cutters to produce machined metal parts. Use of personal protection equipment and practice in tool safety will be applied to the hands-on experience of completing a C-Clamp project.
Offered
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Area of Study:
Apprenticeship
Instructional Mode:
Hybrid