CAM 121 Manual Lathe Processes

Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Credits: 4

Introduces turning operations as related to manual turning machines with emphasis on work holding methods and tool holding/selection methods. Covers related hole-making process, facing, tapping, grooving, and parting. Includes operation of manual lathes, and applying related operational theory.

Prerequisite: CAM 120 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Use machine tool types, parts, and accessories to operate a lathe.
Apply industry safety standards to machine tool maintenance, care, adjustments and inspections.
Use industry-accepted work habits in manufacturing safety, print care, work quality, productivity, and general housekeeping.
Perform manufacturing operations, emphasizing the use of tool and work holding devices related to lathe operations.
Calculate speeds and feeds for safe lathe operation.
Demonstrate industrial accepted positive work ethics and habits to include teamwork, honesty, responsibility, punctuality, attendance, personal appearance, cooperation, positive attitude and effective interaction skills.

Content Outline

Industry Safety Standards
Engine Lathe and Manual Turning Machine Identification
- Main parts
- Accessories
Lathe Operations
- Turning
- Roughing and finishing
- Facing
- Drilling
- Boring
- Grooving
- Threading
Tool Handling
- Turn/face
- Bore
- Groove
- Thread
Work Holding
- Chucks
- Tailstock
- Face plates
- Drivers
- Steady Rests
Operating Parameters
- Cutting speed
- Feed rate
- Depth of cut