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| introduction For a number of years we have been asked to provide an introductory course for small project metal machining for engineers, so here it is. An intensive course, run for two days with a maximum of 4 students and will introduce the student to the techniques required for either a small engineering lathe or engineer’s mill. Aimed at the complete beginner, the course will provide a step by step guide of how to set up and use either of these machines safely and constructively. what you will learn Depending on your choice, the course will take the form of either two days working with the lathe or two days working with the mill in various contexts. The engineer’s small lathe option will cover: Safety on machine and set up Planning out your project and cutting sequence How to set up and turn with precision The correct cuts and speeds to use on a variety of materials Learn how to set up and counter bore, reaming, screw cutting and taper turning Set up and use of face plates and chucks Correct use of fixed and travelling steadies Turning between centres The introduction to milling option will cover: Safety on machine and set up How and why to vary mill speeds. Correct feed speeds to suit materials How to fix and hold work on the mill table using vices and clamps Different machining methods to include, End milling, Slot cutting, Face cutting The use of dividing heads, rotary tables and angle plates. Photo Gallery |
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additional notes & course availability All materials for set projects are included in the cost, as is tea/coffee and a light lunch on all days. Please check the course calendar for availability. Course hours will run from 9am - 5pm. There is no upper age limit for students, however the minimum age is 14 years old and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the course and must not be left unattended during class hours. If you would like to read our terms and conditions click here.  You can download a printer-friendly course profile in PDF format for this course by clicking here - Adobe Reader is required to view course profiles, it is available as a free download from Adobe -  |
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