IST 180: Machining I

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Class Program
Industrial Systems Technology
Credits 5 Lecture Hours 33 Lab Hours 44
Layout and fabrication techniques with the use of semi-precision and precision measurement tools. Introduction to drill press, engine lathe and vertical mill operations.

Prerequisites

IST 102 and MAP 103/MAP 117/MATH 094 or concurrent enrollment or Instructor Permission.
Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:

  1. Demonstrate the necessary skills to safely and accurately perform layout and fabrication functions
  2. Measure parts with semi-precision measurement techniques
  3. Perform machine shop bench work functions such as off-hand grinding, filing, tapping, and use of hand power tools safely.
  4. Students will be able to demonstrate introductory machining functions with vertical mills and Lathes
Course Content Outline
  1. Bench Work Operations ~
    1. Cut threads with taps and dies.
    2. Remove threaded fastens and repair threads.
    3. De-burr parts
    4. Rough finish parts with hand filing
    5. Rough grind parts with hand grinders
    6. Work materials with hand tools
    7. Work materials with portable power tools
    8. Measure parts with semi-precision measuring
  2. Performing Precision Measurement ~
    1. Inspect parts with precision measuring tools
    2. Inspect parts using go/no go gages
    3. Measure parts using Vernier measuring tools, outside , inside, depth, and special micrometers
    4. Measure parts using telescoping gages and small hole gages
    5. Set up and inspection with the use of dial indicators
    6. Measure threads
    7. Verifying dimensions, alignments, and clearances
  3. Performing Layouts ~
    1. Analyze specifications
    2. Perform semi-precision layouts
    3. Perform sheet metal layouts from blueprints
    4. Perform layouts from templates
  4. Operating Saws ~
    1. Remove and Replace saw blades
    2. Set up and use horizontal band saw
    3. Perform basic saw maintenance
  5. Operating Drilling Machines ~
    1. Select drills using a drill chart
    2. Use and maintain coolant system for drilling
    3. Change drills and tool holders
    4. Calculate and set drilling speeds, feeds, and depth of cut
    5. Align work piece, jigs and fixtures with drill spindle
    6. Center drill and drill holes to size
    7. Countersink, counterbore, and spot face parts to specifications
    8. Drill blind holes and deep holes to specifications
    9. Thread parts using tapping attachment
    10. Ream holes to size
    11. Angle drill holes
    12. Sharpen drill bits
  6. Operating Bench Grinders ~
    1. Change and dress grinding wheels
    2. Grind lathe turning, forming threading, and cut-off tools
    3. Rough grind materials
    4. Perform basic grinder maintenance
  7. Basic Lathe Operation ~
    1. Use and maintain coolant system on the lathe
    2. Calculate and set lathe speeds, feeds, and depth of cut
    3. Face and turn parts in 3 jaw chuck
    4. Machine parts between centers
    5. Align lathe centers
    6. Perform basic lathe maintenance
  8. Basic Vertical Mill Operation ~
    1. Calculate and sit speeds, feeds and depth of cut
    2. Align the vertical mill head
    3. Align work piece, work holding devices, jigs and fixtures
    4. Use of the coolant system
    5. Changing of tool holders and cutters
    6. Machine parts using end milling cutters
    7. Machining parts square on the vert. mill
    8. Machining keyways
    9. Set up vertical milling machine for manual operation