Lecture 5 - Machine Shop Field Trip and Lab

Date: 9/6/16

Summary

During this class we will visit an academic machine shop with many capabilities. The machinist will show the class the various machines and talk about how to design parts that are possible to manufacture and are cost efficient. After the field trip there is time for students to get their materials and work on the threading activity in the lab.

Class Plan

  • Meet in the classroom and walk to the machine shop for a tour.
  • Return to the lab to work on today’s activity/assignment.

Activity

After returning from the machine shop tour, go to the lab. Students will receive the materials to complete the Threading Activity and have time to work on the assignment.

Assignment

Complete the Threading Activity and your parts ready to turn in during lecture. Contact us if you need assistance in the laboratory. Due 9/8/16

Media

No slides or video for this lecture - see the machine tools section of the course content for a summary of what was seen on the machine shop field trip.