IMTL110 Machine Shop I Theory

Credits 3Fall

Registration Requirement: RD090, WR090, or IECC201R and IECC201W, and MTH020 with a "C" or better, or placement into higher course levels; and acceptance into the Integrated Metals program. Concurrent Requisite: IMTL111.

This is a lecture course with instruction in the fundamentals of industrial processes and machines that are required of the machinist. This course provides the student with an introduction to layout procedures as well as machining metal materials by drilling, sawing, turning, milling and grinding. Included is an introduction to and use of the "Machinery's Handbook." The use and maintenance of machinist hand tools are also presented.

Additional Course Fee: $5.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate where to find cutting parameters for various cutting operations in the "Machinery's Handbook"
2. Describe basic operations performed on machine tools such as horizontal band saw, drill presses, engine lathes, and vertical milling machines
3. Describe basic procedures and tools used in layout processes used in metals manufacturing
4. Describe hole making procedures including analyzing thread applications, tap requirements, selection of proper tooling, and finish requirements
5. Describe proper safety procedures common to the manufacturing environment as per industry standards
6. Discuss the physics of metal removal related to a variety of work piece materials, basic speed and feed calculations, and different chip types
7. Identify and describe basic machine tools found in the machine shop such as vertical, contour and horizontal band saws, drill presses, engine lathes and vertical milling machines.
8. Identify and describe the use of common hand tools used in machine shops

IMTL111 Machine Shop I Lab

Credits 3Fall

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL110 or instructor consent is required.

This class provides instruction in the fundamentals of industrial processes and machines that are required of the machinist. The student will perform layout and machining metal by drilling, sawing, turning, milling and grinding. The application of the "Machinery's Handbook" is stressed and use and maintenance of machinist hand tools are demonstrated in the completion of assigned exercises.

Additional Course Fee: $80.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate and apply basic operations associated with a contour band saw and bench work
2. Demonstrate quality workmanship by creating a machining process plan for each project and then produce lab projects with respect to dimensional accuracy as well as surface finish and appearance of project
3. Demonstrate safety rules for general machine shop operations
4. Demonstrate the maintenance of the machine tools and proper facilities cleanup
5. Demonstrate the proper and safe use of engine lathes, vertical milling machines, band saws, and drill presses for the completion of assigned projects
6. Identify and demonstrate how to use common layout tools to lay out part features requiring parallel and perpendicular lines, and circular features used in layout and bench work.
7. Identify and demonstrate the use of the common measuring tools and common shop hand tools used in the machine shop

IMTL114 Blueprint Reading for the Metals Industry

Credits 3Fall

Registration Requirement: Acceptance into an Integrated Metals program or instructor consent.

This course provides students with the principles and skills of reading and interpreting blueprints as related to the metals industry. It also covers basic dimensioning practices, notes and symbols. Emphasis is placed on interpreting detail drawings and communication skills required in metals manufacturing. Students are also introduced to basic geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) concepts.

Additional Course Fee: $5.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Analyze and interpret blueprint title blocks and annotations
2. Communicate effectively about blueprint specifications and workpiece requirements
3. Identify and interpret basic welding symbols and joint configurations
4. Identify basic concepts from Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) for datum definitions, location callouts, and orientation callouts
5. Identify machine operation callouts and features
6. Identify pictorial drawings
7. Interpret and apply dimensions and tolerances
8. Read and interpret blueprints in standard orthographic projection

IMTL116 Introduction to Precision Measuring

Credits 3Fall

Registration Requirement: Acceptance into the Integrated Metals program.

This theory and lab course is designed to introduce inch and metric measurement systems. It provides hands-on training with semi-precision and precision measuring tools including rulers, combination squares, outside micrometers, calipers, height gages, depth micrometers, inside micrometers, telescoping gages, small-hole gages, surface gages and dial indicators. Instruction is also given in the application of squares, surface plates and related tools.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Apply the English inch measuring system and the ISO metric system involving fractional, decimal and millimeter and associated measuring units
2. Demonstrate the application of dial indicators, height gages, transfer style measuring tools and layout tools
3. Demonstrate the application of layout tools
4. Demonstrate the application of transfer style measuring tools
5. Demonstrate the use and care of micrometer and caliper measuring instruments
6. Demonstrate the use of gauge thickness devices
7. Demonstrate the use of measuring tapes and steel rules
8. Demonstrate the use of temperature indicating devices
9. Identify squares, surface plates, and related tools

IMTL118 Machine Shop Math Applications

Credits 2Fall

Registration Requirement: Acceptance into an Integrated Metals program.

This course covers instruction and practice working with decimals, fractions, formulas, inch and metric systems as they relate to the machine trade. Students are introduced to how to apply the use of the inch/metric systems, as they pertain to thread calculations and speed and feed calculations. Also introduced are the rules, methods and procedures for using trigonometry formulas that deal with both the sides and the angles of the right triangle and oblique triangle to solve for the unknown parts within the machine trade (CNC, manual, quality control, etc.)

Additional Course Fee: $5.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Apply mathematical formulas as appropriate to define speeds/feeds based on material, machine and operation
2. Apply mathematical formulas as appropriate to threads on blueprints
3. Calculate decimal equivalents of fractions noted on blueprints
4. Communicate technical information to coworkers, clients and/or engineers
5. Convert inch to metric and metric to inch from dimensions on blueprints
6. Use sine, cosine and tangent functions to determine coordinates of a part to be machined
7. Use the laws of complementary and supplementary angles to determine coordinates of a part to be machined

IMTL120 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding/Stick) Theory

Credits 2Fall

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL121 is required.

This course is an introduction to shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) processes and procedures and is designed to provide fundamental knowledge of the techniques and manipulative skills in the safe use of SMAW and related equipment.

Additional Course Fee: $15.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate proficiency by completing a written safety test related to applicable sections of ANSIZ49.1
2. Describe the carbon arc cutting process (CAC-A)
3. Describe the SMAW process
4. Describe the variables and techniques related to SMAW
5. Describe welding techniques and variables
6. Identify minor external repairs to SMAW equipment and accessories
7. Identify power source principles of operation
8. Identify related terms and nomenclature
9. Identify safe practices
10. Identify setup and adjustments for SMAW equipment for welding
11. Identify the weld joints and welding positions for SMAW
12. Identify various electrodes, fluxes and applications for SMAW
13. Identify weld faults and causes
14. Interpret correct fit up procedures from drawings or sketches
15. Provide solutions for welding procedure errors
16. Visually examine welds for discontinuities and defects

IMTL121 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding/Stick) Lab

Credits 3Fall/Winter

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL120 is required.

Instruction is given in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and related processes with various electrodes and power sources. The course is designed to provide fundamental knowledge of the techniques and manipulative skills necessary for application of the SMAW process utilizing live demonstrations in the lab.

Additional Course Fee: $100.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate safety procedures and safety inspections of SMAW and related equipment
2. Demonstrate the safe setup and use of carbon arc cutting equipment
3. Demonstrate the safe setup and use of oxy-fuel cutting equipment
4. Demonstrate the safe use of shears, grinders cut-off saws and shop equipment related to this process
5. Identify verbal instructions to complete work assignments
6. Identify written details to complete work assignments
7. Make acceptable welds with E-6010, E-6011, E-7024, E-7018 and other electrodes in the flat, horizontal, and vertical positions as appropriate
8. Pass the welder performance qualification bend tests
9. Prepare welding practice plates
10. Prepare welding test plates according to D1.1
11. Set-up, adjust and operate SMAW equipment

IMTL124 Blueprint Reading for Welding Applications

Credits 3Fall/Spring

Every commercially fabricated weldment traditionally begins with a blueprint outlining the specifications and requirements for the item. As students work through this course they will gain the skills necessary for blueprint reading and interpretation as applied to the welding and fabrication industries. Also covered are basic sketching techniques, dimensioning practices, notes and welding symbols, orthographic projection and auxiliary views in common use today. Emphasis is placed on interpreting detail drawings and development of appropriate communication skills required in metals manufacturing.

Additional Course Fee: $35.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Analyze and interpret blueprint title blocks and annotations
2. Communicate effectively about blueprint specifications and workpiece requirements
3. Identify and interpret basic welding symbols
4. Identify machine operation callouts and features
5. Identify pictorial drawings
6. Interpret and apply dimensions and tolerances
7. Make sketches in orthographic and pictorial views
8. Read and interpret blueprints in standard orthographic projection

IMTL128 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding/ TIG) Theory

Credits 2Fall/Spring

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL129 is required.

This course is an introduction to GTAW processes and procedures and is designed to provide fundamental knowledge of the techniques and manipulative skills utilized in the safe use of GTAW and related equipment. An introduction to plasma arc cutting is included.

Additional Course Fee: $15.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Describe the GTAW process as it relates to the welding of ferrous and non-ferrous metals
2. Describe the variables and techniques used to weld carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum using the GTAW process
3. Discuss textbook safety section and Industrial Division safety policies and procedures
4. Explain power source principles of operation
5. Follow verbal instructions to complete work assignments
6. Follow written details to complete work assignments
7. Identify GTAW equipment and accessories
8. Identify joint types, weld types and positions of welding
9. Identify Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC) equipment and explain its use
10. Identify various electrodes, filler wires, shielding gasses and current types and their relationship to various base metals
11. ldentify safety practices
12. List related terms and nomenclature for GTAW
13. List set-up and adjustment procedures for the welding of ferrous and non-ferrous metals with the GTAW process
14. Provide solutions for welding procedure errors
15. Visually examine welds for discontinuities, defects, correct welding size and placement

IMTL129 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding/ TIG) Lab

Credits 3Spring

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL128 is required.

Instruction is given in the welding of ferrous and non-ferrous metals using the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) process. Instruction in plasma arc cutting is included. The course is designed to provide fundamental knowledge of the techniques and manipulative skills utilizing live demonstrations in the lab.

Additional Course Fee: $100.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate familiarity with machine component nomenclature
2. Demonstrate safety procedures and safety inspections of GTAW and related equipment
3. Demonstrate the safe setup and adjustment, and use of Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC) equipment
4. Employ the safe use of shears, grinders, saws and other equipment used in metal fabrication
5. Follow verbal instructions and written details to complete work assignments
6. Operate GTAW equipment
7. Perform housekeeping duties
8. Perform maintenance and minor external repair procedures on GTAW equipment
9. Perform safe setup and adjustments of GTAW equipment
10. Prepare and assemble welding practice plates
11. Prepare reports or records
12. Produce sound, acceptable welds on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum utilizing various weld joints in specified positions
13. Provide solutions for welding procedure errors
14. Select and prepare the appropriate tungsten electrode
15. Visually examine welds for discontinuities, defects, correct weld size and placement

IMTL130 Machine Shop II Theory

Credits 3Winter

Registration Requirement: IMTL110 and IMTL111, each with a grade of "C" or better. Concurrent registration in IMTL131 or instructor consent is required.

This course provides instruction in basic machine tool operation and maintenance. Included are topics addressing engine lathes, milling machines, carbide cutting tools, inserts and geometry of tools for lathe applications. This course continues developing the use and application of the "Machinery's Handbook."

Additional Course Fee: $5.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate how to reference information on carbide tooling utilizing the “Machinery’s Handbook”
2. Describe basic differences between the vertical and horizontal milling machines
3. Describe operations associated with the engine lathe and introductory thread cutting processes. Required materials will be as per course syllabus
4. Describe the basic concepts associated with insert grades and coatings
5. Explain basic procedure for the manufacture of carbide inserts
6. Explain engine lathe operations for basic OD (outside diameter) turning procedures and turning with mandrels
7. Explain introductory applications of carbide turning tool holders and inserts
8. Explain the setup of milling tooling for cutting applications on a horizontal milling machine

IMTL131 Machine Shop II Lab

Credits 3Winter

Registration Requirement: IMTL110 and IMTL111, each with a grade of "C" or better. Concurrent registration in IMTL130 or instructor consent is required.

This lab course provides instruction in basic machine tool operation. Students continue skill development by setting up and operating engine lathes, milling machines and radial drill and post drill presses. Operations practiced include threading, turning, face milling and end milling as well as other basic operations performed by a machinist. Instruction continues to include use of the "Machinery's Handbook" as applied to machining projects.

Additional Course Fee: $80.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Accurately produce work piece features using a vertical milling machine for hole operations
2. Adjust a 4 jaw chuck on an engine lathe so as to center the work piece to the machine spindle axis
3. Align the spindle head on a Bridgeport vertical milling machine so it is square to the machine table
4. Demonstrate correct maintenance of all machine tools and facilities
5. Demonstrate safety in the operation of machine tools and general shop practices
6. Demonstrate the use of the radial drill press, engine lathes, milling machines, and other machine tools as required on assigned projects
7. Produce work pieces ensuring that the part dimensions, surface finish requirements, and form-fit-function of mating parts all are per blueprint specifications
8. Write a process sheet to follow for each assigned lab project

IMTL134 Metallurgy Theory

Credits 3Winter

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL135 is required.

This course provides fundamental knowledge of physical and chemical concepts of metallurgy. This includes discussion of ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy and metals processing, analysis of destructive and non-destructive testing methods and an introduction to plastics. The focus is on metallurgical issues faced by the practitioner in metals manufacturing.

Additional Course Fee: $5.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Analyze iron/carbon phase diagrams
2. Analyze the effects of welding processes on microstructure
3. Analyze the use of plastics in industrial applications
4. Analyze thermal conductivity and expansion in various metals
5. Describe destructive testing methods
6. Describe forging processes
7. Describe foundry processes
8. Describe heat treat processes
9. Describe non-ferrous metals and identification systems
10. Describe the manufacturing and identification systems for ferrous and non-ferrous metals
11. Describe the physical and chemical concepts of metallurgy
12. Describe the principle effect of heat treating and grain growth in ferrous metals
13. Discuss non-destructive testing methods
14. Identify the effect of welding on ferrous and non-ferrous metals

IMTL135 Metallurgy Lab

Credit 1Winter

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL134 is required.

This course provides fundamental knowledge of the manufacturing processes of the metals industry, ferrous metallurgy, foundry process and non-destructive and destructive test methods. Lab work includes metallurgical processes involving microscopic and macroscopic examination of heat-treated specimens, hardness and tensile testing and non-ferrous casting processes.

Additional Course Fee: $15.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Calculate the heat input into weldments
2. Demonstrate basic heat treatment of ferrous metals with processes of hardening, tempering, annealing and normalizing
3. Demonstrate general shop safety associated with foundry and metal shop operations
4. Demonstrate the test methods used to determine mechanical properties by hardness testing using both Rockwell and Brinell systems and machinability testing
5. Demonstrate the test methods used to determine metal types and properties by visually testing, magnet testing, scratch testing, file testing, chemical testing and spark testing
6. Describe and discuss machining and application requirements for plastics
7. Determine grain size change in heated steels
8. Determine the weldability of steels
9. Discuss additional mold processes of shell molding, investment casting and injection molding
10. Discuss and/or perform cast procedures for ramming sand casting molds and pouring non-ferrous metals
11. Discuss forging (hot work) processes
12. Identify microstructures created by welding processes
13. Use identification systems for metals

IMTL136 Introduction to CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Machining

Credits 3Winter

Registration Requirement: IMTL110 and IMTL111, each with a grade of "C" or better; or machine shop experience; or instructor consent.

This course introduces the student to CNC machine tools. The student will set up and operate CNC machine tools for milling and turning applications. This includes a basic introduction to CNC coordinate systems for milling and turning and learning how to read and interpret CNC code. Students are introduced to the application of cutting tools and tooling systems for CNC operations.

Additional Course Fee: $15.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate safe working habits while completing assigned lab projects
2. Demonstrate the ability to establish work piece program origin per set-up instructions
3. Demonstrate the ability to start up and align the CNC machine tools common to industry standards
4. Discuss and demonstrate the qualifications of tools for correct offset usage for lelgth, diameter, etc
5. Explain the application of Cartesian coordinate systems in CNC machines
6. Read and interpret CNC codes
7. Set-up and operate CNC machines per written instructions

IMTL140 GMAW/FCAW (Gas Metal and Flux Cored Arc Welding/Wire Feed) Theory

Credits 2Winter

Registration Requirement: Co-requisite: IMTL141 and IMTL172; or full-time instructor's approval is required.

This course is an introduction to GMAW/FCAW processes and procedures and is designed to provide fundamental knowledge of the techniques and manipulative skills utilized in the safe use of GMAW/FCAW and related equipment.

Additional Course Fee: $15.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Change fuel and gas tanks
2. Demonstrate safe use of OFC hand held torches and track burners
3. Describe GMAW/FCAW variables, discontinuities, defects, inspection procedures and solutions
4. Follow verbal instructions to complete work assignments
5. Follow written details to complete work assignments
6. Identify appropriate GMAW/FCAW shielding gasses
7. Identify fuel gasses and related equipment
8. Identify GMAW/FCAW equipment and accessories
9. Identify GMAW/FCAW principles of operation
10. Identify GMAW/FCAW techniques and procedures
11. Identify minor external repair for GMAW/FCAW equipment
12. Identify safety practices
13. Identify weld faults and causes
14. List applications of GMAW/FCAW
15. List set-up procedures for GMAW/FCAW
16. Pass with 100% accuracy, a safety test related to applicable sections of the program textbook and Industrial Division safety policies and procedures
17. Provide solutions for welding procedure errors
18. Setup and adjust OFC equipment
19. Visually examine welds for discontinuities and defects

IMTL141 GMAW/FCAW (Gas Metal and Flux Cored Arc Welding/Wire Feed) Lab

Credits 3Winter

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL140 is required.

Instruction is given in gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and flux cored arc welding (FCAW) with various filler materials, power sources and wire feeders. Training includes machine setup and minor repair. New students are placed at their skill level.

Additional Course Fee: $100.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate safe practices
2. Demonstrate safety procedures and safety inspections for GMAW/FCAW and related equipment
3. Demonstrate the safe setup and use of oxy-fuel cutting equipment
4. Demonstrate the safe use of shears, grinders, cut-off saws and other lab equipment as required
5. Identify verbal instructions to complete work assignments
6. Identify written details to complete work assignments
7. Pass the welder performance qualification practice bend tests
8. Perform acceptable welds using GMAW and-or FCAW on carbon steel and aluminum in the 2F, 3F and 4F positions and carbon steelin the 3G and 4G positions
9. Perform housekeeping duties
10. Prepare reports or records of lab work completed
11. Prepare welding practice plates
12. Prepare welding test plates according to AWS D1.1
13. Set-up, adjust and operate GMAW and-or FCAW equipment for steel and aluminum

IMTL143 CNC Cutting

Credits 4Winter

Registration Requirement: Computer proficiency with basic Windows knowledge is recommended.

This course examines the automated methods used in processing material for metal fabrication. Special emphasis is given to computer-controlled burning and CNC programming for automated shape cutting.

Additional Course Fee: $40.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate an entry-level skill of Computer Numerical Control coordinate programming involving point to point and continuous path positioning
2. Demonstrate familiarity with the PlasmaCam drawing and operating software
3. Demonstrate the ability to diagnose and correct plasma process defects
4. Demonstrate the use of the Computer Numerical Control Auto Shape Cutter
5. Design and successfully cut objects from varying thicknesses of metal plate

IMTL150 Machine Shop III Theory

Credits 3Spring

Registration Requirement: IMTL130 and IMTL131, each with a grade of "C" or better. Concurrent enrollment in IMTL151 or instructor consent is required.

This is a theory course that provides basic instruction in machine tools and operations that are used by machinists in industrial settings. The focus is on cutting fluids, abrasives, surface grinding, cylindrical grinding and ceramic, diamond and carbide tooling for manual and CNC milling and turning applications. Additional operations using the engine lathe and the milling machines are introduced. Applications of the "Machinery's Handbook" are continued.

Additional Course Fee: $5.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Describe and/or explain the carbide insert grades, coatings, geometry, and identification systems for lathe, milling, and drilling tools
2. Describe milling machine operations of the alignment of work-holding devises and setups to cut slots and keyways
3. Describe the application of cutting fluids used in machining operations today
4. Describe the basic types of surface grinders found in industry today
5. Describe the general types of cylindrical grinding machines in use in industry today
6. Describe the process of surface grinding
7. Describe the processes associated with cylindrical grinding
8. Explain engine lathe operations for threading, turning eccentrics, rough turning operations, and internal turning operations (boring)
9. Explain the types and application of abrasives in basic grinding operations
10. Explain the use of auxiliary milling attachments such as the digital readout, dividing heads, rotary tables, and radius milling

IMTL151 Machine Shop III Lab

Credits 3Spring

Registration Requirement: IMTL130 and IMTL131, each with a grade of "C" or better. Concurrent enrollment in IMTL150 or instructor consent is required.

This is a lab course with instruction in basic operations of machine tools expected by the machinist working in industry. Topics addressed are the operation of the surface grinder, cylindrical grinder and heat treating processes with additional skill building instruction in the operation of the engine lathe and milling machines. Carbide tooling standards and applications are integrated into lab exercises. There is additional application of the "Machinery's Handbook" in the process.

Additional Course Fee: $80.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Apply a basic knowledge of carbide tooling for selection and use of cutting tools in assigned projects
2. Demonstrate ability to perform engine lathe operations such as application of work holding chucks and devises, correct roughing procedures, internal cutting operations, and external/internal threading
3. Demonstrate safe work habits in the operation of all machine tools and in shop behavior
4. Develop and follow a process sheet for each project that is assigned
5. Perform and/or demonstrate milling machine operations such as simple and direct indexing, rotary tables, DRO (Digital Readout), and rough/finish cutting procedures with HSS (High Speed Steel) tools

IMTL152 Welding Processes and Procedures

Credits 2Spring

Registration Requirement: Successful completion of fall and/or winter terms of the IMTL Welding curriculum with a grade of "C" or better; or instructor consent.

The emphasis of this course is on various welding applications, procedures and interpretation of American Welding Society D1.1 Structural Steel Welding Code. Instruction is designed to prepare students for welder certification in accord with AWS Code specifications. Students formulate and write a unique welding procedure specification based on data collected from interviews with local welding and fabrication industry employers.

Additional Course Fee: $15.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Collect data from the potential employer regarding one or more items they produce
2. Communicate with one potential employer and arrange an in-person visit
3. Demonstrate inspection and testing procedures for various welding processes
4. Demonstrate knowledge of automatic welding equipment and procedures
5. Demonstrate knowledge of safety equipment related to arc welding
6. Demonstrate safe procedures related to arc welding
7. Describe maintenance and repair procedures for arc welding equipment
8. Describe procedures for welder qualifications
9. Describe significant special welding processes
10. Formulate and write a unique welding procedure specification based on data collected from interviews with local welding and fabrication industry employers
11. Identify and demonstrate a familiarity with Welding Codes such as American Welding Society Structural Steel Welding Code D1.1

IMTL153 CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Machining

Credits 4Spring

Registration Requirement: IMTL136 with a grade of "C" or better or instructor consent.

This is a continuation course with focus on teaching the student to set up and operate CNC machine tools for milling and turning applications. The student will set up and operate all CNC machines in the shop. This includes the reading and interpreting of CNC code; editing programs; and program prove out procedures.

Additional Course Fee: $65.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Apply program prove-out for verification of CNC code, tooling offsets, and program coordinate setup
2. Apply standards for manufacturing quality by adjusting tool offsets for length compensation, diameter compensation, and lathe tool offsets to maintain part dimensions per blueprint specifications
3. Demonstrate CNC machine setup procedures of:a. Assembly and installation of correct tools for each assigned jobb. Qualification of tools for correct offset usage for length, diameter, etcc. Establish program origin per set-up instructions
4. Demonstrate program documentation and archiving electronically and in written form
5. Demonstrate safe working habits while completing assigned lab project
6. Demonstrate the ability to edit CNC programs to correct programs when errors are encountered in speeds and feeds, errors in axis positions, and errors governing miscellaneous functions

IMTL155 Industrial Safety

Credits 3Fall/Spring

Registration Requirement: Acceptance into an Integrated Metals program.

This course is a comprehensive study of safety issues in the modern metals manufacturing environment. Topics include hazardous materials/waste, fire safety, crane and forklift safety, biohazards and blood-borne pathogens, materials safety, MSDS forms, personal protective equipment (PPE), personal safety in lifting and work environment, machine safety and general shop safety.

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate general fire safety as it relates to the manufacturing environment
2. Describe ISO 14000
3. Discuss and demonstrate the proper handling and disposal of hazardous wastes
4. Discuss and identify chemicals associated with heat treating, welding and metal processing
5. Discuss and identify materials that can be hazardous to personnel and the environment, including cutting fluids,typical solvents, lubricants, oils and coating materials used in the manufacture of metal parts
6. Discuss electrical safety items related to lock-out and tag-out, CNC safety issues, robotics and safety
7. Discuss hazards associated with exposure related to background dose levels and dose response
8. Discuss preservatives, paints, coatings and related substances applied to finished products used to prepare and shipmetal products to customers
9. Discuss safety issues related to mechanical lifting equipment common in industry such as overhead cranes, forklifts,manual and electrical pallet jacks, conveyors and other lifting devices
10. Discuss the hazards associated with ultraviolet radiation exposure and laser safety
11. Explain hazards associated with materials such as magnesium alloys, beryllium alloys, and other exotic metals
12. Explain how ISO 14000 relates to the Metals Manufacturing environment
13. Explain the personal safety issues related to hygiene, lifting, the need for First Aid and CPR training, general attitudes,personal protective equipment, and ergonomics
14. Identify and explain general shop and machine safety issues related to machine guards and work spacehousekeeping
15. Perform a Job Safety Analysis by researching standards and studying accident/incident investigation techniques
16. Read, interpret, and archive SDS forms per industry safety standards
17. Recognize and apply standard precautions for biohazards related to blood-borne pathogen awareness
18. Recognize and apply standard precautions for biohazards related to fungal and bacterial exposure in soluble cuttingoils

IMTL157 Introduction to Computer-Aided Design for Machinists

Credits 2Winter

Registration Requirement: Acceptance into the Integrated Metals program.

This course teaches the basics of computer aided design (CAD) using CAD software. Students create drawings and drawing exchange files using CAD commands. Emphasis is placed on developing accuracy and correct drawing procedures. This course relates the design of parts to part manufacturing.

Additional Course Fee: $20.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Create and store drawings as .DXF (data exchange files) for use with CAM (computer assisted machining) software
2. Describe the basic terms, concepts and techniques used in computer aided drafting
3. Establish specific views that can be called up instantly
4. Operate the CAD computer drafting systems and use it to layout, edit, display, store, retrieve and plot engineering drawings, symbols, and symbol menus
5. Use a keyboard, cursor pointing device, digitizer tablet and video graphics terminal to put drawing information into a computer
6. Use CAD to create special shapes, symbols, assign variables to them, and purge unneeded named objects

IMTL160 Fabrication Practices Theory

Credits 2Spring

Registration Requirement: IMTL120 and IMTL121, each with a grade of "C" or better; or IMTL140 and IMTL141, each with a grade or "C" or better; or instructor consent. Concurrent enrollment in IMTL161 is required.

This class will present techniques of fabrication practices and processes. Students will receive instruction in the use of hand and power tools, assembly and use of jigs, fixtures and templates. Procedures for equipment maintenance will be presented. The student will be instructed in the use of blueprints, layout of material, measurement, fitting of metal parts, joint design, weld construction and shop safety. Key elements of working metals at elevated temperatures will be presented.

Additional Course Fee: $15.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Identify and adopt accepted safety standards and practices for use in the lab
2. Identify methods for working metals at elevated temperatures
3. Identify the tools used in the layout and fabrication of metal parts
4. Identify the use of jigs, fixtures, templates and measurement tools used in fabrication
5. Identify various methods of fabricating metal parts
6. Identify various structural designs
7. Identify various welded joint construction and correct methods of welding metal parts
8. Read and interpret blueprints for successful application in lab metals fabrication

IMTL161 Fabrication Practices Lab

Credits 3Spring

Registration Requirement: IMTL120 and IMTL121, each with a grade of "C" or better; or IMTL140 and IMTL141, each with a grade of "C" or better; or instructor consent. Concurrent enrollment in IMTL160 is required.

The student will put to practical use tools, layout principles and blueprints related to fabrication of metal parts.

Additional Course Fee: $100.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Explore and apply key elements of working metals at elevated temperatures
2. Identify and apply maintenance and repair procedures for metal fabrication tools and equipment
3. Identify and effectively utilize safety procedures and equipment related to metal fabrication, arc welding and cutting
4. Identify and properly use welding power sources and equipment, hand and power tools related to metal fabrication
5. Use fixtures and templates in the construction of assorted lab projects.
6. Utilize sketches and blueprints to layout material, measure, fit and assemble metal parts utilizing appropriate welding processes.

IMTL163 Welding Certification Preparation Lab

Credits 3Spring

Registration Requirement: IMTL120 and IMTL121, each with a grade of "C" or better; or IMTL140 and IMTL141, each with a grade of "C" or better; or instructor consent.

This course includes welding of various metals using several welding processes. Emphasis is on lab practice sufficient to obtain Welder Certification(s) using one or more welding processes in one or more welding positions according to American Welding Society (AWS) code standards. Students must pass at least one guided bend test as required for Welder certification.

Additional Course Fee: $100.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. "Demonstrate safe practices
2. ""Develop a firm attitude of """"safety first"""" and professionalism in the application of welding skills""
3. Pass guided bend test for at least one welding process in one position as required for Welder certification
4. Perform satisfactory welds in all positions with selected electrodes and processes on ferrous and nonferrous metals
5. Prepare and position weld test plates for practical completion
6. Prepare practice weld test plate specimens for guided bend testing by instructors
7. Produce acceptable test plate weldments according to American Welding Society (AWS) code specifications
8. Visually examine welds for discontinuities, defects, correct weld size and placement, providing solutions for welding procedure errors
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IMTL171 Welding Certificate Program Lab I

Credit 1Fall

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL121 is required.

This course is intended to increase a student's skill level and improve technique in the application of SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (flux cored) and GTAW (TIG) welding processes.

Additional Course Fee: $35.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate an increased level of welding process skill as evidenced in the completion of specified welded practice plates
2. Demonstrate safe practices
3. Demonstrate the safe use of shears, grinders and cut-off saws
4. Identify verbal instructions to complete work assignments
5. Identify written details to complete work assignments
6. Prepare reports or records of laboratory activities
7. Prepare welding practice plates
8. Produce acceptable welds on practice plates utilizing welding processes specific to MHCC Welding Technology Certificate programs
9. Set-up, adjust and operate welding laboratory equipment

IMTL172 Welding Certificate Program Lab II

Credit 1Winter

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL141 is required.

This course is intended to increase a student's skill level and improve technique in the application of SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW, GTAW (TIG) welding processes and Certification Preparation Lab.

Additional Course Fee: $35.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate an increased level of welding process skill as evidenced in the completion of specified welded practice plates
2. Demonstrate safe practices
3. Demonstrate the safe use of shears, grinders and cut-off saws
4. Identify verbal instructions to complete work assignments
5. Identify written details to complete work assignments
6. Prepare reports or records of laboratory activities
7. Prepare welding practice plates
8. Produce acceptable welds on practice plates utilizing welding processes specific to MHCC Welding Technology Certificate programs
9. Set-up, adjust and operate welding laboratory equipment

IMTL173 Welding Certificate Program Lab III

Credit 1Spring

Registration Requirement: Concurrent enrollment in IMTL163 is recommended.

This course is intended to increase a student's skill level and improve technique in the application of SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW (flux cored) and GTAW (TIG) welding processes.

Additional Course Fee: $35.00

View Course Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate an increased level of welding process skill as evidenced in the completion of specified welded practice plates
2. Demonstrate safe practices
3. Demonstrate the safe use of shears, grinders and cut-off saws
4. Identify verbal instructions to complete work assignments
5. Identify written details to complete work assignments
6. Prepare reports or records of laboratory activities
7. Prepare welding practice plates
8. Produce acceptable welds on practice plates utilizing welding processes specific to MHCC Welding Technology Certificate programs
9. Set-up, adjust and operate welding laboratory equipment

IMTL215 Inspection and Measurement

Credit 1Fall

Registration Requirement: IMTL116 or IMTL116B, and second-year student in Integrated Metals or Machine Tool Technology program; industrial experience in a machine shop; or instructor consent.

This course provides instruction in precision measurement methods, gauge use and capability, as well as data collection. Included are methods used in quality assurance systems in the modern manufacturing facility or machine shop. Hands-on applications of principles are presented in this course. Also addressed in this coursed are introductory topics relevant to ISO-9000 certification.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Apply measurement techniques for measuring angles
2. Demonstrate common methods for measuring concentricity and size of internal and external part features
3. Discuss measuring methods such as: electronic measuring, optical measuring, miscellaneous measurement tools
4. Explain the difference between ISO 9000 compliance and certification
5. Explain the principle driving the movement to ISO-9000 certification
6. Identify and discuss inspection methods for quality measurement
7. Identify and discuss inspection standards common to industry
8. Identify and discuss inspection standards related to GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
9. Identify and discuss quality standards
10. Identify measurement systems
11. Measure workpiece surface texture using manual and automatic surface measurement tools
12. Verify part feature locations are as per blueprint specifications using standard measurement techniques
13. Verify work piece dimensions per blueprint specifications using CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) and optical comparator

IMTL236 Quality Control: Statistical Methods

Credits 3Winter

Registration Requirement: None. Second-year student standing in Integrated Metals or Machine Tool Technology, or industrial experience is recommended.

This course introduces the student to theories in quality control using statistical methods. The main focus is on theory, purpose and application of statistical process control (SPC) and gauge capability studies. Additional instruction in principles of Total Quality Management (TQM) is addressed.

Additional Course Fee: $5.00

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1. Describe a gauge capability study
2. Describe basic statistical terms
3. Describe SPC (Statistical Process Control) processes
4. Describe the concept of TQM (Total Quality Management)
5. Discuss application methods of SPC to machine shop environment
6. Discuss leading theories in statistical methods
7. Discuss process capability
8. Explain the role of ISO 9000 in TQM
9. Identify the components of measurement systems
10. Produce SPC documents such as control charts

IMTL257 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Credits 3Spring

Registration Requirement: IMTL114 or IMTL114C, and second-year standing in Integrated Metals or Machine Tool Technology program; or instructor consent.

Students study how to read and interpret the quality concepts as applied through the use of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GDT) as related to ASME and ISO standards. The emphasis is on applications of GDT for manufacturing processes as well as inspection and measurement techniques. Students will also be prepared to sit for the ASME Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional Certification exam at the Technologist level.

Additional Course Fee: $20.00

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1. Identify and correctly interpret general tolerancing and related principles applied in GDT applications
2. Identify and correctly interpret the datum referencing as applied in GDT
3. Identify and correctly interpret the scope, definitions and general dimensioning used in GDT
4. Identify and correctly interpret the symbols used in GDT for characteristics, feature control, and tolerance zones
5. Identify and correctly interpret the tolerances of form, profile, orientation and runout as applied in GDT
6. Identify and correctly interpret the tolerances of location as applied with GDT