CAM 220 Advanced Lathe Processes

Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Credits: 4

Covers advanced lathe theory and operations. Includes lathe settings, boring, single-point, threading, knurling, calculations, controls, taper attachments, follower rests, steady rests, advanced tooling, safety, and work-holding applications. Uses computers and manufacturing equipment to plan for and carry out assigned projects.

Prerequisite: CAM 121 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Use all controls on the engine lathe for advanced operations.
Employ standard tools and tool holders for the lathe.
Calculate, produce, and measure Unified American National and Acme threads.
Identify common tapers used in the machine shop.
Calculate and produce tapers using the taper attachment, tail stock offset, compound rest, and free-hand methods.
Use advanced work-holding devices and techniques for specific machining applications

Content Outline

Lathe Safety
Controls for Advanced Operation
Industrial Lathe Tools/Holders
Center Alignment
Threading
- Identification
- Classification/calculation
- Manufacture
- Measurement
Tapers
- Identification and use
- Formulas
- Calculations
- Manufacture
- Measurement
Work Support
- Steady rests
- Follower rests
Work Holding
- Soft jaws
- Fixturing
Knurling