PowerPoint to accompany

Technology of Machine Tools

6th Edition

Krar Gill Smid

Machine Trade Opportunities

Section 2
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PowerPoint to accompany

Technology of Machine Tools

6th Edition

Krar Gill Smid

Careers in the Metalworking Industry

Unit 2
Copyright The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display.

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Objectives
The various types of jobs available in the metal-working industry
The type of work each job entails

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New Technologies
Tool that makes it possible to produce better quality goods at lower prices Continually changing and improving Doubling every three to five years Training can make difference between success and failure Industrial workers and students must prepare for continual education to survive

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Technology Curriculums
Imperative for educators to stay abreast of new improvements and manufacturing processes Educators must continually introduce new material into curriculum Old time-proven methods and processes have been outmoded

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Technology Courses

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Modular Training System

Consists of individual modules that can be readily incorporated into tech curriculum Main areas of modular training system
Conventional machining CNC machining CAD/CAM techniques Quality control Maintenance Automation Flexible manufacturing

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Apprenticeship Training
Apprentice employed to learn trade under guidance of skilled tradespeople Joint agreement
Sponsoring apprentice company Dept of Labor Federal Bureau of Apprenticeship Trade union

To qualify: completed high school program, good standing in math, science, writing skills and mechanical drawing Wage scale increases periodically during program Certificate granted upon completion, qualifies then for journeyman status in the trade

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Machine Operator
Classified as semiskilled tradespeople Rating of A, B, C with A the more skilled Class A skills
Make necessary machine setups Adjust cutting tools Calculate cutting speeds and feeds Read and understand drawings Read and use precision measuring tools

Jobs minimized with advancement of robots

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Maintenance Machinist
Needs combination of mechanical, rigging and carpentry skills Apprenticeship usually ranges from 2-4 years
High school graduate Good technical training

General knowledge of electricity, carpentry, sheet metal and machine tool trade

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Machinist
Skilled workers who can efficiently operate all standard machine tools Have thorough knowledge of metallurgy and heat treating Have basic understanding of welding, hydraulics, electricity and pneumatics Be familiar with computer technology

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Types Of Machine Shops

Maintenance shop
Generally makes and replaces parts for all types of setup and cutting tools and production machinery

Production shop
Makes many types of identical machined parts, such as pulleys, shafts, bushings, motors, etc.

Jobbing shop
Required to do variety of tasks (usually under contract to other companies)

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Job Classifications
Technician
Works at level between professional engineer and machinist May assist engineer

Technologist
Works at level between graduate engineer and technician 3-4 year graduates from technical college
Physics, advanced math, chemistry, graphics, computer programming, business courses

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Job Classifications
Engineering technologist
Do many jobs normally performed by an engineer Often employed in middle management

Tool and Diemaker

Highly skilled craftsperson able to make different types of dies, molds, cutting tools, jigs, and fixtures Serve an apprenticeship, have above-average mechanical ability, operate all standard machine tools

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CNC Machine Operator/Programmer

Duties vary from shop to shop Skills include how to:
Visualize a CNC program Understand machining processes and the sequence of operations Make machine setups Calculate speeds and feeds Select cutting tools

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CNC Machine Programmer

Duties vary from shop to shop Skills include how to:
All the skills of a CNC machine operator Be skilled in print reading Have a good knowledge of computer programming languages and procedures Be able to visualize machining processes and operations

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Quality Control Inspector

Checks and examines machined parts to determine whether they meet specifications Have technical or vocational education Skills necessary
Understand and read mechanical drawings Make basic mathematical calculations Use micrometers, gages, comparators, and precision measuring instruments

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Instrument Makers
Highly skilled tool and diemakers working directly with scientists and engineers Have more training than machinist or tool and diemaker Must work to closer tolerances Generally serve 4-5 years apprenticeship

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Professions
Many areas open to engineering graduate
Bachelors degree in engineering Specialize in specific engineering discipline
Industrial, Metallurgical, Aerospace Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics

Technicians becoming more plentiful

High school diploma, plus 2 years higher ed Usually trained in one area technology

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Trade Organizations
Help members stay abreast of changes Implement new manufacturing technology in order to stay competitive in the world Two major machine tool related organizations
AMT
Association for Manufacturing Technology

SME
Society of Manufacturing Engineers

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Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT)

Formerly the National Machine Tool Builders Association Nonprofit trade association representing US Supports extensive scholarship program for technical training Provides machines, tools for young machinists to compete in VICA Develops effective training procedures and textbooks

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Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)

International society dedicated to advancing manufacturing profession Over 80,000 members throughout world Sponsors ~300 student chapters with over 9000 members in community colleges and technical schools Storehouse for up-to-date technological knowledge