MET 123 — Machining Fundamentals
This course covers the fundamental manufacturing techniques using typical machine shop equipment. Topics include: safety, the selection, care, and use of hand and precision measuring tools and the selection of materials. Students will demonstrate competency in the safe and accurate use of machine tools including metal saws, drill press, lathe, and milling machines to produce individual projects safely and within tolerance specifications. The course introduces computerized numerical control (CNC) and fusion welding processes (GMAW, SMAW, TGAW ).
Prerequisites: SSC 100