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MAC 120 - Machine Shop

6 Contact Hours, 4 Credits
2 lecture periods 4 lab periods


Instruction and applied practices of advanced manual machining procedures. Includes a more in-depth application of safety, lathe usage, vertical milling machines, and outside diameter (OD) grinding machines.

Prerequisite(s): MAC 110  or equivalent with department advisor approval.
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Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Adhere to all shop safety practices.
  2. Proficiently make part skill sets to print.
Outline:
  1. Safety
    1. General safety guidelines
    2. Machinery safety
  2. Lathes
    1. Chucks
    2. Turn between centers
    3. Thread measurement
  3. Milling Machines
    1. Special cutters and their applications
    2. Accessories
  4. Grinding Machines
    1. Grinding wheels 
    2. OD grinders