MFG 251 - Engine Lathe Operations Lab

Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 4
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech

An introductory-level course for the metal cutting lathe. During this course, students will become familiar with the basic setups as well as safe operation and care of a lathe in a lab environment.
Corequisite: MFG 250
Competencies

Explain what shop safety means
1. Identify common shop hazards
2. Demonstrate safety as it applies to common shop equipment
Demonstrate the proper care and use of the Pedestal Grinder for tool grinding purposes
1. Describe how the Pedestal Grinder is used
2. Explain the term “Ring Test” on a grinding wheel
3. Show how to “Off Hand” grind cutting tools for the lathe
4. Discuss the safety steps in using the Pedestal Grinder
Create the layout of work pieces.
1. Make use of the height gage to define part profile.
2. Utilize combination square.
3. Demonstrate the correct application of layout ink.
Operate a lathe
1. Perform daily maintenance requirements
2. Setup the following accessories: four-jaw chuck and quick-change tool holder
3. Perform common operating procedures: facing, drilling, turning, chamfering, knurling, taper turning, form turning, single point threading, aligning centers, and boring