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The introduction to the basic machining of metal course is suitable for anyone who is a novice machinist. Applicants will learn the basic techniques, settings and knowledge required to produce basic machined items. Applicants may then wish to progress onto a level 1 formal qualification.
Topics and units
Week 1 – Health and safety precautions, Setting up of Milling machines and Lathes, material and tool selection
Week 2 – Interpretation of drawings, setting up and producing basic profiles on a Lathe
Week 3 – Machining basic features on a Lathe
Week 4 – Interpretation of drawings, setting up and producing basic profiles on a Milling Machine
Week 5 – Machining basic features on a Milling Machine.
Entry requirements
No prior welding experience or knowledge is required for this course, just an interest in machining and a willingness to learn, as well as solid verbal and written communication skills.
Additional information
Applicants will require safety boots, overalls and safety glasses.
Dates for this course run on Thursday evenings (unless specified), 6pm-9pm, from:
What to do next
If you are interested in applying for this course, please click ‘apply now‘ on this page or at the top of any page, and create an website account or sign in an account you have already created and complete the application form.
To find out more information about our courses and college life, you can visit an open event to meet our team and check out our facilities for yourself.
Type
Part time
Duration
5 weeks
Start date
Various, see additional info
Campus
Haybridge Road
Fee
Free if 19+ and earn less than £25,000. £30 course fee if earning over £25,000
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