MTT 156 - Turning Technology

3 Credit Hours (Lab)

This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge and practical learning experience and accident prevention awareness required to perform basic conventional lathe job planning, set-up and operation. Aspects of conventional, as well as carbide and other tooling materials selection, preparation, and usage will be covered. Students are prepared to take the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) level I & level II certification in turning between centers and chucking.

Prerequisite(s): MTT 151

Students are granted credit for Machine Tool Technology (MTT) courses by articulation after completion of the course competencies through courses offered by RACC’s Workforce and Economic Development/Community Education Division. Students should contact the division to obtain information on course offerings.