Multiple-Machine Procedures

Previous courses have dealt largely with the operation of two major machine tools, the lathe and the milling machine. This course picks up some of the other machines found in a machine shop, some of which may be used infrequently, but which nevertheless require specific skills to operate. In most cases, simple projects are described to give trainees experience working with these machines. This course has no prerequisites. Multiple-Machine Procedures is available in online maintenance training and course manual formats. Lesson 1 - Power Sawing Topics: Power hacksaw; Vertical and horizontal bandsaw; Band installation; Setup; Making the cut; Safety; Filing; Internal cutting; Welding the band Learning Objectives: – List the three main types of power saws commonly used in maintenance machine shops and describe their appropriate uses. – Explain the primary difference between a hacksaw and a bandsaw. – Demonstrate how to install the band on a horizonta