MET117 Manufacturing Processes
The main purpose of this course is to introduce the mechanical engineering technology student to the principles and operation of mechanical equipment such as lathes, drill press, milling machines and measuring requirements and measuring instruments. Several manufacturing processes such as welding, powder metallurgy, sheet metal forming, extrusion, etc. are also covered. Individual laboratory projects will be assigned to each student to reinforce the topics covered in the theory. NOTE: Students completing this course may not receive credit for AET 218T.
Corequisite(s): MET 117L Credits: 2 (1,3)
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Students will be able to perform cutting tool installations and provide basic maintenance to lathe machines.
- Students will be able to use a lathe machine along with proper machining procedures to manufacture mechanical components.
- Students will be able to demonstrate a commitment to their works and projects by completing them on time while maintaining high quality and a commitment to continuous improvement in the projects.
Textbook: Machine Tool Practices, Richard R. Kibble, Pearson Prentice Hall
| TOPICS | STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Manufacturing and Shop Safety | Students will be able to explain general safety rules for a machine shop environment, use a vernier caliper and micrometer to accurately measure a range of physical features of mechanical components. |
| Cutting Tools for Lathe and Technical Drawings | Students will be able to grind a lathe cutting tool using pedestal grinders and read basic technical drawings. |
| Turning Machines - Part 1 | Students will be able to identify the basic components of a turning machines. |
| Turning Machines - Part 2 | Students will be able to operate a turning machine. |
| Preparation for Machining | Students will be able to calculate speeds and feeds for machine tools and understand the chip formation during machining. |
| Turning Machines - Part 3 | Students will be able to perform various operations with the lathe machine. |
| Hand Tools | Students will be able to identify different types of hand tools. |
| Hand Tools - Part 2 | Students will be able to identify different types of hand tools, and will be able to explain how to properly perform machine maintenance in a machine shop. |
| Mechanical Hardware | Students will be able to identify different types of mechanical hardware for general mechanical applications. |
| Other Manufacturing Methods | Students will be able to understand other manufacturing methods. |
| Sawing Machine | Students will be able to perform manual sawing and operate band saw. |
| Drilling Machines and Tapping` | Students will be able to operate a drilling machine and use taps to create threaded holes. |