MAC 141 Machining Applications I

Lecture: 2 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4

This course provides an introduction to a variety of material-working processes that are common to the machining industry. Topics include safety, process-specific machining equipment, measurement devices, set-up and layout instruments, and common shop practices. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate basic machining operations, accurately measure components, and effectively use layout instruments.

Co-requisite(s): ENG-002 or ENG 025 and MAT-003 (P2 Grade) or MAT 025 , MAC 114 and MAC 131.
Course is typically offered in Fall.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Use proper safety PPE and procedures in the machine shop.
Apply level I machining skills to perform layout operations.
Apply level I machining skills to perform vertical and horizontal band saw operations.
Apply level I Drill Press skills to perform drilling operations.
Apply level I Turning skills to perform turning operations.
Apply level I Milling skills to perform milling operations.