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Stage 1
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This is the start of the Machine Trades Class at South Adams.
You will follow the assignments in order and complete tests, assignments, projects, etc. on or before the last day of the week listed.
You may work ahead, but always make sure you work in order.
Remember: It is always easier to fall behind than to catch up!
As with everything in life.... if you have questions ASK!!
Numbering System: example 01030160
1st & 2nd digits (01): Stage number
3rd & 4th digits (03): Task / Week number
5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th digits (0160): Individual Assignment NumberTime Frame:
Stage 1 should be completed before the end of the First Semester of your first year!
To get started, click on "Stage 01 - Task 01" at the left of the screen and begin working in order through the assignments.
Standard
STANDARD 1. Workplace Competency
1.01
1.1 Allocate the appropriate resources for task completion.
Shop Day
Project
Utilize tools available to machine required projects by assigned due date
1.02
1.2 Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
Shop Day
Group Project
Design, Engineer, and Machine a complex assembly as a group
1.03
1.3 Develop leadership skills.
Shop Day
Group Project
Design, Engineer, and Machine a complex assembly as a group
Shop Day
Clean-up
Assigned weekly Shop supervisor will work with other students to maintain a clean and orderly shop
1.04
1.4 Establish positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
Shop Day
Project
Work together in groups to show each other different ways to complete projects
1.05
1.5 Research, analyze, and use data for work assignments.
Shop Day
Speeds and Feeds
Utilize Machinery's Handbook to calculate RPMs and Feedrate on a daily basis
1.06
1.6 Apply effective critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving techniques.
Shop Day
Project &
Utilize machines on a regular basis to experience the many variations problems possible
Shop Day
Machine Set-up
and how to correct them
1.07
1.7 Select and use appropriate tools and technology.
Shop Day
Project &
Operate machines to learn the proper and safe use of tools and tooling
Shop Day
Machine Set-up
1.08
1.8 Implement quality assurance measures and safeguards.
Shop Day
Project
Maintain and utilize proper Metrology techniques
Shop Day
Inspection Sheet
Complete "Inspection Sheets" for each project to show understanding of proper techniques and quality
1.09
1.9 Read and interpret written materials.
Shop Day
Projects
Utilize Machinery's Handbook to properly set-up machines
Shop Day
Projects
Read and interpret blueprints for projects
Shop Day
Processing Sheet
Follow directions by utilizing processing sheets or order of operations
1.10
1.10 Apply written communication skills.
Shop Day
Inspection Sheet
Complete "Inspection Sheets" for each project to show understanding of proper techniques and quality
Shop Day
Processing Sheet
Example: Write a business letter or memorandum using appropriate format.
Shop Day
Processing Sheet
Create a processing sheet for independent projects
1.11
1.11 Demonstrate effective listening and speaking skills.
Demostration
Project
Take notes while watching live or Demo Videos
1.12
1.12 Perform appropriate mathematical calculations correctly.
Shop Day
Projects
Calculate missing dimensions to complete project
Shop Day
Speeds and Feeds
Utilize Machinery's Handbook to calculate RPMs and Feedrate on a daily basis
1.13
1.13 Exhibit a responsible work ethic.
Weekly Grade
Shop Grade
Maintain an acceptable Attendance record
Weekly Grade
Shop Grade
Complete all requirements specified in the shop grade requirements
1.14
1.14 Demonstrate accepted standards for ethical behavior.
Weekly Grade
Shop Grade
Report any broken tooling to instructor
Shop Day
Inspection Sheet
Complete inspection sheets honestly and accuratly
#2
STANDARD 2 - Career Development
2.01
2.1 Establish a personal career goal and develop objectives for achieving the goal.
Shop Day
Projects &
Gain experience with machine tools and equipment
Machine Set-up
to learn whether you would like to become a machinist as a career
Writing
Resume
Complete a personal Resume able to be used after high school
2.02
2.2 Evaluate employment and career pathway opportunities related to established career interest(s).
MT Website
Links page
Use electronic resources to explore and analyze occupations matching career interests.
Newspapers
Help wanted ads
Locate and evaluate labor market demand and wage information.
OJT
On-the-Job Training
Participate in work-based learning experiences to clarify career interests.
2.03
2.3 Create a continuing education plan that identifies further education and training options.
MT Website
Apprenticeships
Expose students to the process of completing an Apprenticeship
MT Website
OJT
Show students that On-the-job training is still the best way to learn the skills needed to succeed in manufacturing
Machinist's Group
Machinist group
Participate in the Machinist's Group of Northeast Indiana
2.04
2.4 Prepare for exams leading to certifications recognized by business and industry.
Shop Day
Projects
Complete processes needed for real-world machinist jobs
Shop Day
Projects
Utilize various tooling to understand it's proper use
2.05
2.5 Develop skills needed to enter the workforce.
Writing
Resume
Complete a personal Resume able to be used after high school
Writing
Application
Complete a job application
2.06
2.6 Evaluate resources that keep workers current in the career field.
Reading
Trade Magazines
Read and report on interesting up-to-date articals in trade magazines
MT Website
Links page
Explore Machinist related websites
2.07
2.7 Demonstrate skills and attitudes needed for lifelong learning.
Shop Day
Projects
Explore various projects that could be used in future endeavors
Weekly Grade
Shop Grade
Complete all necessary requirements to maintain a high shop grade score
2.08
2.8 Apply effective money management strategies.
Shop Day
Projects
Calculate material prices for specific projects
Shop Day
Projects
Estimate cost of tooling needed to complete project
#3
STANDARD 3 - Technical Core
3.01
PMT3.1 Organize and coordinate safe shop practices and tool maintenance.
Shop Day
Projects
Maintain safe and organized work area while working on projects
Shop Day
Projects
Properly adjust each machine for safety
Weekly Grade
Shop Grade
Complete all necessary requirements to maintain a high shop grade score
3.02
PMT3.2 Perform measurement/layout/inspection operations.
Shop Day
Projects
Measure a variety of projects utilizing calipers and micrometers.
Shop Day
Inspection Sheet
Complete inspection sheets honestly and accuratly
3.03
PMT3.3 Perform mathematical computations.
Classroom
Shop Math
Convert fractions to decimals.
Shop Day
Inspection Sheet
Complete inspection sheets honestly and accuratly
Shop Day
Projects
Construct projects with metric dimensions.
Shop Day
Projects
Example: Apply trigonometric tables to lathe tool adjustments.
3.04
PMT3.4 Demonstrate written and oral communication skills.
Shop Day
Inspection Sheet
Complete inspection sheets honestly and accuratly
Shop Day
Processing Sheet
Create a processing sheet for independent projects
3.05
PMT3.5 Develop a process plan for a part requiring milling, drilling, turning, or grinding.
Shop Day
Processing Sheet
Create a processing sheet for independent projects
3.06
PMT3.6 Read and interpret blueprints.
Shop Day
Group Project
Design, Engineer, and Machine a complex assembly as a group
3.07
PMT3.7 Use geometric knowledge in the interpretation of machine drawings.
Shop Day
Projects
Layout and machine projects to proper dimensions
3.08
PMT3.8 Perform bench work using a surface plate, surface gage, layout height gage, and combination set.
Shop Day
Projects
File, punch, deburr, and cut material with hand tools.
Shop Day
Projects
Scribe a part accurately on a piece of material prior to constructing the part.
3.09
PMT3.9 Use bench vises, hand drills, hand taps, tap wrench, files, scrapers, and coated abrasives to deburr parts and use arbor presses to perform press operations.
Shop Day
Projects
Complete assigned projects
Shop Day
Projects
Properly deburr parts daily
3.10
PMT3.10 Perform pedestal grinder operations.
Shop Day
Projects
Sharpen Drill Bit
Shop Day
Projects
Sharpen Lathe Bit
3.11
PMT3.11 Perform power saw operations.
Shop Day
Projects
Cut project material to length
3.12
PMT3.12 Perform drill press operations.
Shop Day
Projects
Complete assigned projects
3.13
PMT3.13 Operate a surface grinding machine.
Shop Day
Projects
Complete assigned projects
3.14
PMT3.14 Perform lathe operations.
Shop Day
Projects
Complete assigned projects
3.15
PMT3.15 Perform vertical and horizontal milling machine operations.
Shop Day
Projects
Complete assigned projects
3.16
PMT3.16 Program and operate computerized numerical control (CNC) machines.
Shop Day
Projects
Complete assigned projects