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Maintain a safe work station
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Criteria
You maintain a clean work area
You clean up the work area
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Adopt machine safety techniques
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Criteria
You wear the proper personal safety equipment
You use the proper safety equipment to complete assigned task
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Apply safety-related measures during the use of coolants and cutting fluids
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
While working on shop projects
Criteria
You select the proper coolant or fluid for the assigned task
You clean up spills or messes In accordance with shop rules
Identify common shop hazards
Describe the location and use of common machine shop safety equipment
Explain the reasons for wearing eye foot, ear, and hand protection equipment
Explain proper lifting techniques
Describe common hand tool and machine tool hazards
Describe the proper dress code for the machine shop
Explain proper housekeeping procedures for the machine shop
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Handle hazardous materials correctly
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine toot lab
On a written or verbal test with a score of 75% or better
Criteria
You follow the rules for handling of hazardous materials
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Deburr parts
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Using hand files
Using the belt-sander
Using abrasive stones
Criteria
Projects are free of sharp burrs
Project matches specifications on print
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Use appropriate hand tools
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
While working on lab projects
Criteria
You choose the proper tool for the assigned project
You use the tool appropriately
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Use Fasteners
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Using the prints provided
Using the tools in the shop
On a written test with a score of 75% or better
Criteria
Projects contain the fasteners specified on the prints
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Use pedestal grinder
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the print
The project has no burrs
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Use a tap or die to cut threads
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You identify the different parts of a thread
You identify the type of thread
Your machine a thread
You chase at existing thread
Project matches specifications on print
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Press fit a part
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Using the arbor press
Criteria
Use the correct lubrication
Use the amount of press In accordance with the machinery‘s handbook
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Hand broach a keyway
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You select the correct breach and coller
You select correct shims to obtain the proper keyseat depth
Project matches specifications on print
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Layout profiles of a line that is non-arc based
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You choose the appropriate lay out tool
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Layout the location of hole centers and surfaces
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You Choose the appropriate lay out tool
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Layout points of tangency between arcs and lines
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You choose the appropriate lay out tool
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Layout surfaces related by non-right angles
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool tab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You choose the appropriate lay out tool
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Identify the major parts of saws and banding machines
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool Fab
On a written and verbal test with a score of 75% or better
Criteria
You identify the major parts of saws and banding machines
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Select the correct speed and feed for the desired material and saw blade
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You select the correct material
You select the correct thickness of the material on the job selector
You select the correct width of the band saw blade to do the job
You select the correct tooth form and pitch off of the job selector
You follow safety procedures
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Perform cutoff operation with a power saw
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the Instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You leave enough stock to machine the part to finished size
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Perform contour sawing to a layout
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You select the correct width of blade to cut the contour by reading the job selector
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Contour saw at angles
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Weld band saw blades
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You demonstrated the correct process In welding a saw blade
You take a test outwith the bend saw blade you have welded
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Identify the major parts of a drill press
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool tab
On a written and verbal test with a score of 75% or better
Criteria
You identify the major parts of a drill press
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Perform spotting/centering a on a drill press
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Perform drilling on a drill press
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Perform countersinking / counterboring on a drill press
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine-tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Perform reaming on a drill press
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Identify the major parts of a lathe
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
On a written and verbal test with a score of 75% or better
Criteria
You identify the major parts of a lathe
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Turn straight diameters between centers
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Cut diameters in a 3-jaw chuck
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Cut one bore in a 3-jaw chuck
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Cut tapers using compound
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Cut tapers offsetting tailstock
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Cut tapers using taper attachment
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool fab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Perform a necking operation
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Locate part using 4-jaw chuck
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
You locate the part center within .002 of an inch In two minutes
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Cut one bore in a 4-jaw chuck
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Cut 60 degree threads
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Using the machinist handbook
Using thread measuring equipment
Criteria
You cut the thread to specified tolerances
You cut the thread to the blueprints specified pitch
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Cut other thread forms
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Using the machinist handbook
Using thread measuring equipment
Criteria
You cut the thread to specified tolerances
You cut the thread to the blueprints specified pitch
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Identify major parts of a vertical mill
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
On a written and verbal test with a score of 75% or better
Criteria
You identify the major parts of a vertical mill
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Set up/tram a vertical mill
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Criteria
You have the TIR of .002 or less
You have the fixed-jaw aligned less that .001
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Perform a milling operation using an end-mill
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Square a part using a vertical mill
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Face mill with a carbide face mill
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Criteria
You calculate the correct speed/feed
You take the recommended amount of depth of cut
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Program / Operate a conversational CNC vertical mill
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the-instructor
Criteria
You write and load your program
Parameters match those found In the machinery's handbook
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Program / Operate a conversational CNC lathe
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
By following the instructions/blueprint provided by the instructor
Criteria
You write and load your program
Parameters match those found In the machinery's handbook
Project matches specifications on the blueprint
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Identify the major parts of a surface grinder
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine-tool lab
On a written and verbal test with a score of 75% or better
Criteria
You identify the major parts of a surface grinder
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Use surface grinders
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Using tools and equipment selected by the student
Using different surface grinders
Using precision angle plates and magnetic parallels
Using V-blocks, and precision vise projects
Criteria
You select the proper grinding wheel for a given application
You check and stone off magnetic chuck
You mount and dress the grinding wheel
You parallel grind and square work piece to blueprint specifications
You remove grind stock relative to detail and hole locations properly
You grind angled surfaces both square and parallel to datum edges
You follow all safety practices - both general and specific to surface grinders
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Use carbide tooling
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
With the Machinery's handbook and a calculator
With carbide inserts and tool holders selected by the student
On manual mills, lathes, and CNC machines
Criteria
You explain the ASA carbide insert identification number
You explain the different geometries of carbide inserts In regard to strength, lead, and rake angles
You select the correct carbide insert and tool holder for a given application
You calculate the feed, speed. and depth of cut for a given application
You turn and mill using carbide tooling
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Identify the major parts of a horizontal milling machine
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
On a written and verbal test with a score of 75% or better
Criteria
You identify the major parts of a horizontal milling machine
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Setup and operate manual horizontal milling machines
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine toot lab
Using tools and equipment selected by the student
With horizontal mill
Criteria
You choose the proper work holding device and rigidly mount the work piece to the machine table
You edge find or tram the work piece to establish the datum position
You select the proper cutting tool and arbor for the application
You calculate the proper feed and speed for a variety of cutting tools
You parallel mill and square the work piece to blueprint specifications
You mount milling cutters on arbors using an overarm support
You mill multiple surfaces
You follow all safety practices - both general and specific to the horizontal mill
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Identify the major parts of a cylindrical grinder
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
On a written and verbal test with a score of 75% or better
Criteria
You identify the major parts of a cylindrical grinder
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Set up and operate cylindrical grinders
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Using different cylindrical grinders
With tools and equipment selected by the student
On the assigned projects (alignment test bar, and center drill holder projects)
Criteria
You pass a written cylindrical grinding test
You explain the function and purpose of the machine and its parts
You dress and condition the grinding wheel
You rigidly mount the work piece between centers, and indicate it to within .001 end for end
You test grind, measure for straightness, and adjust table
You grind straight diameters to within .0002“-and shoulders to within .001"
You test grind, measure for correct taper, and adjust table
You grind the morse taper to within .002”, and verify accuracy with optical comparator and taper plug gauge
You follow all safety practices — both general and specific to the cylindrical grinder
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Heat treat steels
Assessment Strategies
In the MATC machine tool lab
Using the manufactures heat treating specification charts
Using the heat treat and tempering furnaces
Using a Rockwell hardness tester
On the projects required for the class
Criteria
You determine the correct temperature, length of time. and quenching medium for hardening
You determine the tempering temperature and soak time to achieve the desired Rockwell hardness
You visually inspect and Rockwell hardness test the work piece