Lathe Operator (LP11)  Technical Certificate of Credit


The Lathe Operator certificate program prepares students to use lathes, lathe set up, and lathe tool grinding. Emphasis is placed on cutting threads, boring holes to precise measurements, and cutting tapers. Topics include an introduction to machine tool technology, blueprint reading for machine tool, and basic and advanced lathe operations.

Entrance date: Each semester

Program Admission Requirements: A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Achievement of appropriate scores on the college's placement test or submission of acceptable SAT or ACT scores are currently being waived.

Applicant must be at least 16 years of age.

Credits required for graduation: 15

Curriculum Outline (15 hours)
Occupational 15
MCHT 1011

Introduces the fundamental concepts and procedures necessary for the safe and efficient use of basic machine tools.Topics include: machine shop safety, terminology, use of hand and bench tools, analysis of measurements, part layout, horizontal and vertical band saw setup and operation, drill press setup and operation, and quality control.

4
MCHT 1012Print Reading for Machine Tool 3
MCHT 1119Lathe Operations I 4
MCHT 1219

Provides further instruction for students to develop skill in the use of lathes. Topics include: lathes, lathe setup, lathe operations, and safety. Required textbooks and materials: Machine Tool Practices, ISBN 978-0-13-501508-7, $180.30

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