MACH 51.1A - Beginning Machine Tool Technology

    Recent Professors
    Rick Nelson, Phil Amormino
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    15 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    In this course, students will learn the theory and practices of machining and advanced manufacturing processes, including the history and role of machining in today's society. Students will use and maintain the lathe, mill, drill press, and common hand tools. Students will learn precision measurement and layout of metal for producing a machined part to print specifications and determining speed and feed calculations, drill-press operations, lathe operations (turning and threading), and mill setup and operation.
    Usually Held
    Fri 10:00am–12:50pm, Fri 12:00pm–1:50pm, Fri 2:00pm–4:20pm, Thu 6:00pm–7:50pm