MACHINE TOOL 1 & 2

MACHINE TOOL 1

This course will introduce students to basic machining. Math is a big part of the program which includes fractions, converting fractions to decimals, and geometry. Activities include Milling and lathe machines, drill presses, surface grinding, blueprint reading, and other tools found in the metal industry. Students will also be introduced to the aspects of Oxy/fuel Torch operations. All students will be expected to obtain a certification from NOCTI (National Occupational Competency Testing Institute) for Precision Machining (4152v1). OSHA-10 (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is another certification students will be expected to obtain. These credentials are universally recognized in the industry.

Qualities of a Successful Student

Professionalism, respect, self-motivation and honesty

Basic reading/writing skills and be able to communicate with other students and instructor on a daily basis

Ability to work with basic math, fraction conversion to decimal and basic geometry

Basic blueprint reading, knowledge to sketch a drawing

Safety awareness and follow PPE instructions

Certifications Offered

NOCTI

OSHA-10

College Opportunities

Articulation agreement with:

Southern Maine Community College

MACHINE TOOL 2

Prerequisites: Students who have successfully completed Machine Tool 1 may apply. Applications will be considered based on the CATC rubric.

The course is an extension of the Machine Tool 1 program with an increased level of expertise in machining and math. The machinist projects assigned are more complex. Students will be exposed to Computer Numerical Control (CNC), four-jaw chucking, and other advanced processes. Upon completion of Machine Tool Technology II a student can have a limited opportunity to do some welding. Welding consists of the aspects of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (stick), Metal Inert Gas Welding (MIG), and Plasma Cutting. All students will be expected to obtain a certification from NOCTI (National Occupational Competency Testing Institute) for Precision Machining (4152v1) at a higher level. An American Welding Society (AWS) 1G Plate certification can be achieved upon testing out.