Stage 1

  • 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 Number

    Time 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.

     

    Assignment

    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