MEET 1144 Machines Technology I

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course is an introduction to manual machining and modern machine shop operations. OSHA safety standards and NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) standards are emphasized throughout this course. Course topics include safety, print reading, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing),unit conversions, job setup and layout, tool selection, precision measuring instruments and scales, and quality assurance. Students will gain experience in drilling, cutting, grinding, manual milling, manual lathe operations (turning and turning -on-centers), and other machine shop operations.

Prerequisite(s): ENTC 1124 or approval of program coordinator
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.