Major Work Activity E – Machines using conventional lathes

Task E-12 Sets up conventional lathes

Task Descriptor

Machinists set up conventional lathes including engine lathes, turret lathes and vertical lathes for operations such as turning, boring and threading. Comprehensive lathe skills are essential for fully qualified machinists.

E-12.01 Selects conventional lathe types

Essential Skills

Thinking, Document Use, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-12.01.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-12.01.02P	determine lathe	lathe is determined according to *workpiece characteristics* and operations to be performed

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

workpiece characteristics include: material, size, shape

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-12.01.01L	demonstrate knowledge of conventional lathes, their accessories, attachments and applications	define terminology associated with conventional lathes
		identify *types of conventional lathes* and describe their operating principles and applications

Range of Variables

types of conventional lathes include: engine, turret, vertical turret, vertical boring mill, multispindle

E-12.02 Plans operation of conventional lathes

Essential Skills

Thinking, Document Use, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-12.02.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-12.02.02P	determine sequence of operations	sequence of operations is determined according to *specifications* and company policies
E-12.02.03P	select *work holding device*	*work holding device* is selected according to *workpiece characteristics* and operations
E-12.02.04P	select *conventional lathe tools and accessories*	*conventional lathe tools and accessories* are selected according to *workpiece characteristics* and operations

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

work holding devices include: three‑jaw chuck, four‑jaw chuck, faceplate, collet chuck, between centers, magnetic chuck

workpiece characteristics include: material, size, shape

conventional lathe tools and accessories include: steady rest, taper attachment, lathe dog, turning tool, centres, follower rest

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-12.02.01L	demonstrate knowledge of conventional lathes, their maintenance and procedures for use	identify the components and controls of conventional lathes and describe their purpose and operation
		identify types of *work holding devices* and describe their applications
		identify types of tool holding devices and describe their applications
E-12.02.02L	demonstrate knowledge of *conventional lathe tools and accessories*, and their applications	identify *conventional lathe tools and accessories* and describe their applications
		identify the considerations and requirements for selecting *conventional* *lathe tools and accessories* for specific operations

Range of Variables

work holding devices include: three‑jaw chuck, four‑jaw chuck, faceplate, collet chuck, between centers, magnetic chuck

conventional lathe tools and accessories include: steady rest, taper attachment, lathe dog, turning tool, centres, follower rest

E-12.03 Sets up work holding devices for conventional lathes

Essential Skills

Oral Communication, Document Use, Thinking

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-12.03.01P	clean and check spindle and *work holding device*	spindle and *work holding device* is cleaned and checked for damage and debris
E-12.03.02P	protect bedways	bedways are protected according to company policies
E-12.03.03P	mount *work holding device*	*work holding device* is mounted manually or using *hoisting and rigging equipment*
E-12.03.04P	secure *work holding device*	*work holding device* is secured using *tools* required to set up *work holding devices*
E-12.03.05P	install and use spindle stops	spindle stops are installed and used when required

Range of Variables

work holding devices include: three‑jaw chuck, four‑jaw chuck, face plate, collet chuck

hoisting and rigging equipment includes: chain block, crane, lifting eye, sling

tools include: wrenches, keys, hook spanners, chuck wrenches

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-12.03.01L	demonstrate knowledge of *work holding devices*, their maintenance and procedures for use	identify types of *work holding devices* and describe their applications
		describe the procedures used to set up *work holding devices* on lathes
		identify *tools* required to set up *work holding devices* on lathes
		identify potential setup problems and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

work holding devices include: three‑jaw chuck, four‑jaw chuck, face plate, collet chuck

tools include: wrenches, keys, hook spanners, chuck wrenches

E-12.04 Sets up tooling for conventional lathes

Essential Skills

Oral Communication, Reading, Thinking

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-12.04.01P	check for clearance	clearance is checked to ensure safe operation
E-12.04.02P	adjust *cutting tool* angle	*cutting tool* angle is adjusted according to *workpiece characteristics* and operations to be performed
E-12.04.03P	adjust *cutting* *tool* to machine centre height	*cutting tool* is adjusted to machine centre height

Range of Variables

cutting tools include: turning tool, boring bar, threading tool, knurling tool, part-off blade

workpiece characteristics include: material, size, shape

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-12.04.01L	demonstrate knowledge of *cutting tools*, their maintenance and procedures for use	identify types of *cutting tools* and describe their applications
		describe the procedures used to set up *cutting* *tools* on lathes
		identify potential setup problems and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

cutting tools include: turning tool, boring bar, threading tool, knurling tool, part-off blade

E-12.05 Sets up conventional lathe accessories

Essential Skills

Thinking, Numeracy, Working with Others

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-12.05.01P	inspect and clean *conventional lathe* *accessories*	*conventional lathe accessories* are inspected for damage and cleaned to ensure accuracy
E-12.05.02P	adjust, position and secure *conventional* *lathe* *accessories*	*conventional lathe accessories* are adjusted, positioned and secured
E-12.05.03P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-12.05.04P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated

Range of Variables

conventional lathe accessories include: taper attachments, steady rests, follower rests, centres

problems include: misalignment, run‑out, insufficient clearance, improper adjustments

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-12.05.01L	demonstrate knowledge of *conventional* *lathe accessories*, their maintenance and procedures for use	identify *conventional* *lathe accessories* and describe their applications
		describe the procedures used to set up *conventional lathe* *accessories*
		describe the procedures used to inspect and clean *conventional* *lathe* *accessories*
		identify potential setup *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

conventional lathe accessories include: taper attachments, steady rests, follower rests, centres

problems include: misalignment, run‑out, insufficient clearance, improper adjustments

E-12.06 Sets up workpiece on conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Thinking, Document Use, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-12.06.01P	place workpiece in position	workpiece is placed in position
E-12.06.02P	secure workpiece with *work holding device*	workpiece is secured with *work holding device*
E-12.06.03P	check and adjust workpiece	workpiece is checked for run-out and distortion using *inspection equipment*, and is adjusted accordingly
E-12.06.04P	counterbalance setup	setup is balanced if required

Range of Variables

work holding devices include: three‑jaw chuck, four‑jaw chuck, face plate, collet chuck, centres

inspection equipment includes: dial indicators, micrometers, surface gauges

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-12.06.01L	demonstrate knowledge of workpiece setup	identify types of *work holding devices* and describe their applications
		describe the procedures used to set up *work holding devices* on lathes
		identify types of *inspection equipment* and describe their use
		describe the procedures used to set up eccentrics on conventional lathes
		describe the procedures used to ensure parts run true

Range of Variables

work holding devices include: three‑jaw chuck, four‑jaw chuck, face plate, collet chuck, centres

inspection equipment includes: dial indicators, micrometers, surface gauges

E-12.07 Selects conventional lathe speeds and feeds

Essential Skills

Numeracy, Thinking, Document Use

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-12.07.01P	identify type of material to be turned	type of material to be turned is identified according to *specifications*
E-12.07.02P	determine surface speed	surface speed is determined according to *reference material*
E-12.07.03P	calculate spindle speed	spindle speed is calculated according to cutting speed of material and workpiece diameters
E-12.07.04P	determine feed rate	feed rate is determined according to depth of cut and surface finish
E-12.07.05P	adjust machine controls	machine controls are adjusted according to calculated settings
E-12.07.06P	readjust machine controls	machine controls are readjusted according to cutting performance

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

reference materials include: cutting tool manufacturers’ specifications, charts, Machinery’s Handbook

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-12.07.01L	demonstrate knowledge of lathe speeds and feeds	describe the considerations to determine speed, feed and depth of cut
E-12.07.02L	demonstrate knowledge of calculations required to adjust machine controls	identify calculations for speed, feed and depth of cut

Task E-13 Operates conventional lathes

Task Descriptor

Machinists operate conventional lathes including engine lathes, turret lathes and vertical lathes for operations such as turning, boring and threading. Comprehensive lathe skills are essential for fully qualified machinists.

E-13.01 Faces surfaces using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Document Use, Thinking, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.01.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.01.02P	touch off tool on workpiece	tool is touched off on workpiece
E-13.01.03P	cut and measure workpiece	workpiece is cut and measured to establish starting length
E-13.01.04P	rough face workpiece	workpiece is rough faced to remove excess material
E-13.01.05P	measure workpiece throughout the process	workpiece is measured throughout the process to make adjustments
E-13.01.06P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.01.07P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.01.08P	finish face workpiece	workpiece is finish faced according to *specifications*
E-13.01.09P	verify workpiece meets *specifications*	workpiece is verified that it meets *specifications* using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

problems include: chatter, tool wear, incorrect tool height setting, chip management

inspection equipment includes: precision square, straight edge, caliper, dial indicator, digital read out

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.01.01L	demonstrate knowledge of facing operations	describe the considerations to determine speed, feed and depth of cut for conventional lathe operations
		identify cutting fluids and coolants used during conventional lathe operations
		describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to conventional lathes
		identify types of facing tools and describe their applications and procedures for use
		describe the procedures used for facing work on a conventional lathe
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

problems include: chatter, tool wear, incorrect tool height setting, chip management

E-13.02 Turns external surfaces using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Document Use, Thinking, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.02.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.02.02P	touch off tool on workpiece	tool is touched off on workpiece
E-13.02.03P	perform starting turn and measure workpiece	starting turn is performed and workpiece is measured
E-13.02.04P	rough turn workpiece	workpiece is rough turned to remove excess material
E-13.02.05P	measure workpiece throughout the process	workpiece is measured throughout the process to make adjustments
E-13.02.06P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.02.07P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.02.08P	finish turn workpiece	workpiece is finish turned according to *specifications*
E-13.02.09P	verify workpiece meets *specifications*	workpiece is verified that it meets *specifications* using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

problems include: chatter, tool deflection, taper, run‑out

inspection equipment includes: micrometers, depth micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges, digital read out

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.02.01L	demonstrate knowledge of turning operations	describe the considerations to determine speed, feed and depth of cut for conventional lathe operations
		identify cutting fluids and coolants used during conventional lathe operations
		describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to conventional lathes
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

problems include: chatter, tool deflection, taper, run‑out

E-13.03 Drills using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Thinking, Document Use, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.03.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.03.02P	install centre drill	centre drill is installed
E-13.03.03P	centre drill the workpiece	workpiece is centre drilled
E-13.03.04P	install drill for application	drill for application is installed according to *specifications*
E-13.03.05P	drill workpiece	workpiece is drilled
E-13.03.06P	measure and check hole	hole is measured and checked according to *specifications*
E-13.03.07P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.03.08P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.03.09P	verify feature meets *specifications*	feature is verified that it meets *specifications* using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

problems include: drill wandering, oversized holes, misalignment of tail stock/turret, damage to cutting tool, chip management, incorrect drill geometry

inspection equipment includes: pin gauges, go/no-go gauges, calipers, telescopic gauges, small hole gauges, digital read out

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.03.01L	demonstrate knowledge of drilling operations using a conventional lathe	describe the procedures used for centre drilling and drilling on a conventional lathe
		describe the procedures used for installing drills
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to conventional lathes
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

problems include: drill wandering, oversized holes, misalignment of tail stock/turret, damage to cutting tool, chip management, incorrect drill geometry

E-13.04 Bores holes using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Document Use, Thinking, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.04.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.04.02P	touch off tool on workpiece	tool is touched off on workpiece
E-13.04.03P	cut and measure workpiece	workpiece is cut and measured to establish starting diameter
E-13.04.04P	rough bore workpiece	workpiece is rough bored to remove excess material
E-13.04.05P	measure workpiece throughout the process	workpiece is measured throughout the process to make adjustments
E-13.04.06P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.04.07P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.04.08P	finish bore workpiece	workpiece is finish bored according to *specifications*
E-13.04.09P	verify workpiece meets *specifications*	workpiece is verified that it meets *specifications* using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

problems include: insufficient chip and tool clearance, chatter, tool deflection, taper, run‑out

inspection equipment includes: inside micrometers, depth micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, calipers, telescoping gauges, digital read out

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.04.01L	demonstrate knowledge of boring operations	describe the considerations to determine speed, feed and depth of cut for conventional lathe operations
		identify cutting fluids and coolants used
		describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to conventional lathes
		identify types of boring tools and describe their applications and procedures for use
		describe the procedures used for boring work on a conventional lathe
		describe the procedures used for counterboring and chamfering work on a conventional lathe
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

problems include: insufficient chip and tool clearance, chatter, tool deflection, taper, run‑out

E-13.05 Reams holes using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Thinking, Document Use, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.05.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.05.02P	install reamer in tail stock/turret	reamer is installed in tail stock/turret
E-13.05.03P	feed reamer into workpiece	reamer is fed into workpiece to create a finished hole
E-13.05.04P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.05.05P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.05.06P	verify feature meets *specifications*	feature is verified that it meets *specifications* using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

problems include: chatter, oversized holes, misalignment of tail stock/turret, damage to cutting tool, bell-mouth

inspection equipment includes: go/no-go gauges, bore gauges, telescopic gauges

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.05.01L	demonstrate knowledge of reaming operations	describe the procedures used for reaming work on a conventional lathe
		describe the procedures used for installing reamers
		describe speed and feed for conventional lathe operations
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

problems include: chatter, oversized holes, misalignment of tail stock/turret, damage to cutting tool, bell-mouth

E-13.06 Turns tapers using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Document Use, Thinking, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.06.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.06.02P	set compound rest, taper attachment or tailstock offset	compound rest, taper attachment or tailstock offset are set to achieve required angle
E-13.06.03P	check angle for accuracy	angle is checked for accuracy using *inspection equipment*
E-13.06.04P	touch off tool on workpiece	tool on workpiece is touched off to establish primary reference point
E-13.06.05P	rough turn or bore workpiece	workpiece is rough turned or bored to remove excess material
E-13.06.06P	measure workpiece throughout the process	workpiece is measured throughout the process to make adjustments using *inspection equipment*
E-13.06.07P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.06.08P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.06.09P	finish turn or bore workpiece	workpiece is finish turned or bored according to *specifications*
E-13.06.10P	verify workpiece meets *specifications*	workpiece is verified that it meets *specifications* by using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

inspection equipment includes: taper gauges, dial indicators, micrometers, protractors, parallels and pins, sine bars, digital read out

problems include: insufficient chip and tool clearance, chatter, tool deflection, incorrect taper, run‑out

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.06.01L	demonstrate knowledge of tapers, their applications and machining operations	identify *types of* *tapers* and describe their applications
		identify types of *taper attachments* and describe their applications and procedures for use
		identify calculations required for *tapers*
		identify *methods used to check tapers* and describe their associated procedures
		identify *methods used to turn tapers* and describe their associated procedures
		define terminology associated with taper turning
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to taper turning
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

problems include: insufficient chip and tool clearance, chatter, tool deflection, incorrect taper, run‑out

types of tapers include: Morse taper, taper pin, pipe thread taper, machine taper, Jacobs taper

taper attachments include: plain, telescopic

methods used to check tapers include: plug gauge, parallels and pins, ring gauge, sine bar, layout lines, dial indicator, Prussian Blue, digital read out

methods used to turn tapers include: taper attachment, tailstock offset, compound rest, form tool

E-13.07 Knurls using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Continuous Learning, Thinking, Oral Communication

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.07.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.07.02P	select knurling tool	knurling tool is selected according to *specifications*
E-13.07.03P	engage tool to workpiece	tool is engaged to workpiece by hand feeding cross-slide
E-13.07.04P	feed tool along required length of knurl	tool is fed along required length of knurl
E-13.07.05P	visually inspect workpiece throughout the process	workpiece is visually inspected throughout the process
E-13.07.06P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.07.07P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.07.08P	verify workpiece meets *specifications*	workpiece is verified that it meets *specifications* using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

problems include: galling, flaking, incorrect form, workpiece deflection, insufficient lubrication, double cutting

inspection equipment includes: sample piece, calipers, microscope

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.07.01L	demonstrate knowledge of knurling operations	describe the considerations to determine speed and feed for knurling operations
		identify cutting fluids and coolants used during conventional lathe operations
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to knurling
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

problems include: galling, flaking, incorrect form, workpiece deflection, insufficient lubrication, double cutting

E-13.08 Cuts grooves using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Numeracy, Document Use, Thinking

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.08.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.08.02P	confirm the centre height and alignment of tool	centre height and alignment of tool is confirmed
E-13.08.03P	touch off tool on workpiece	tool is touched off on workpiece to establish reference point
E-13.08.04P	establish tool location from reference point	tool location from reference point is established
E-13.08.05P	feed tool into workpiece	tool is fed into workpiece
E-13.08.06P	measure and check groove throughout the process	groove is measured and checked throughout the process to make adjustments according to *specifications*
E-13.08.07P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.08.08P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.08.09P	finish grooving operation	grooving operation is finished according to *specifications*
E-13.08.10P	verify workpiece meets *specifications*	workpiece is verified that it meets *specifications* using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

problems include: chattering, galling, tool wandering, tool wear, chip management

inspection equipment includes: gauge blocks, groove micrometers, calipers, radius gauges

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.08.01L	demonstrate knowledge of grooving operations	describe the considerations to determine speed and feed for conventional lathe operations
		identify cutting fluids and coolants used during conventional lathe operations
		describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to conventional lathes
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

problems include: chattering, galling, tool wandering, tool wear, chip management

E-13.09 Cuts threads using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Thinking, Document Use, Numeracy

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	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.09.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.09.02P	set quick-change gear box	quick-change gear box is set to required thread pitch
E-13.09.03P	calculate and set-up required gear train	gear train is calculated and set to required thread pitch
E-13.09.04P	confirm the centre height and alignment of tool	centre height and alignment of tool is confirmed
E-13.09.05P	touch off tool on workpiece	tool is touched off on workpiece to establish starting diameter
E-13.09.06P	machine test pass	test pass is machined to verify thread pitch
E-13.09.07P	measure thread pitch	thread pitch is measured using *inspection equipment*
E-13.09.08P	machine workpiece	workpiece is machined according to *specifications*
E-13.09.09P	deburr threaded workpiece	threaded workpiece is deburred to remove sharp edges
E-13.09.10P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.09.11P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.09.12P	verify workpiece meets *specifications*	workpiece is verified that it meets *specifications* using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

inspection equipment includes: thread wires, thread micrometers, thread gauges, sample pieces, outside micrometers, calipers, pitch gauges, centre gauge

problems include: chatter, tool deflection, taper, tool misalignment

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.09.01L	demonstrate knowledge of threading operations	identify *methods used to cut threads* and describe their associated procedures
		describe the considerations to determine speed and feed
		identify cutting fluids and coolants used
		describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds
		identify methods used to cut multiple start threads and describe their associated procedures
		describe the procedures used to deburr a workpiece
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions
		describe the procedures used to check and measure threads using *inspection equipment*
		identify types of threads, and describe their purpose, characteristics and applications

Range of Variables

inspection equipment includes: thread wires, thread micrometers, thread gauges, sample pieces, outside micrometers, calipers, pitch gauges, centre gauge

problems include: chatter, tool deflection, taper, tool misalignment

methods used to cut threads include: slotted drive or faceplate, indexing of the spindle gear, use of thread chasing dial, compound rest method

E-13.10 Parts off workpiece using a conventional lathe

Essential Skills

Numeracy, Document Use, Thinking

NL	NS	PE	NB	QC	ON	MB	SK	AB	BC	NT	YT	NU
yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	yes	NV	NV	NV

	Skills
	Performance Criteria	Evidence of Attainment
E-13.10.01P	determine operations to be performed	operations to be performed are determined according to *specifications*
E-13.10.02P	confirm the centre height and alignment of tool	centre height and alignment of tool is confirmed
E-13.10.03P	touch off tool on workpiece	tool is touched off on workpiece to establish reference point
E-13.10.04P	establish tool location from reference point	tool location from reference point is established
E-13.10.05P	feed tool into workpiece and retrieve part	tool is fed into workpiece and part is retrieved
E-13.10.06P	identify *problems*	*problems* are identified
E-13.10.07P	implement solutions	*problems* are eliminated
E-13.10.08P	verify workpiece meets *specifications*	workpiece is verified that it meets *specifications* using *inspection equipment*

Range of Variables

specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings

problems include: chattering, galling, tool wandering, chip management, tool misalignment, incorrect tool height

inspection equipment includes: micrometers, straight edges, calipers, precision square

	Knowledge
	Learning Outcomes	Learning Objectives
E-13.10.01L	demonstrate knowledge of parting off operations	describe the considerations to determine speed and feed for conventional lathe operations
		identify cutting fluids and coolants used during conventional lathe operations
		describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds
		identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to conventional lathes
		identify potential *problems* and describe their causes and solutions

Range of Variables

problems include: chattering, galling, tool wandering, chip management, tool misalignment, incorrect tool height

Date modified:: 2018-05-09