Requirements:  

• Completion of the Shop Safety Training course provided by SFU or equivalent organization.
• Fundamental understanding of material properties and compositions.
• Proficiency with basic hand and power tools.
• Basic knowledge of orthographic views and CAD design.
• Preliminary understanding of fits and tolerances.

Description:
“Safety, Hands-on Experience and Fun”.  This training workshop focuses on hands-on experience with basic hand and power tools, along with acquiring practical skills in conventional lathe, mill operations, and standard machine shop equipment usage. Participants will also learn essential measuring techniques and devices. By the workshop's conclusion, attendees will grasp basic machining theory and be capable of executing fundamental machining tasks and other shop practices. These skills are crucial for mechanical design, prototyping, and future fabrication projects.   Furthermore, this workshop serves as a prerequisite for advanced training programs such as "Basics of CNC Machining," which delve into professional-level machining and fabrication skills. Successful completion of the SFU safety course (or equivalent) is a mandatory requirement for participation in this training program.

Organization:
The workshop will be structured as follows:

• Participants will receive a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.
• Classroom sessions will cover machine descriptions, the functioning of machine components, basic mathematical calculations for feed and speed, and procedures for using hand-tools and bench-work techniques.
• In the state-of-the-art "Mechatronic Machining & Testing Centre," participants will work directly with real machines and tools. Approximately 80% of their time will be dedicated to practical exercises, ensuring they acquire fundamental skills aligned with the workshop's objectives.

Objectives:

• To acquire practical machine shop skills and expertise.
• To educate participants on the fundamentals of commonly-used machines and tools, equipping them with theoretical knowledge necessary for conventional machine shop work.
• To provide participants with industrial standards essential for mechanical design, prototyping, and subsequent project fabrication.

Topics:

Lathe Machine.  Using, operating and maintaining lathe machine.

1. History of turning and lathe machineries
2. Machine parts and description
3. Safety precautions when using lathe machines
4. Workpiece clamping and holding devices
5. Lathe tools geometry and shapes
6. Tool holding and tool setup
7. Setting the spindle speed and feed rate as per cutting tool material and raw material
8. Lathe machine related operations
9. Maintenance and services of the lathe machines

Milling Machine. Using, operating and maintaining milling machine.

1. History of milling machineries
2. Milling machine parts and description
3. Safety precautions when using milling machines
4. Clamping methods and of using vises and clamps
5. Milling cutters; cutter materials, geometry, shapes and applications
6. Cutter mounting systems
7. Feeds and speeds
8. Milling machine related operations
9. Maintenance and services of the milling machines

Bench-top Drill Press. Operating bench-top drill press.

1. Machine parts and description
2. Workpiece clamping and holding
3. Safety precautions when using drill press
4. Drill bit mounting and spindle inspection
5. Drill bits, drill geometry, materials, shapes and applications
6. Feed rate and speeds
7. Maintenance and services of the drill press

Band Saws (horizontal & vertical).  Operating band saws.

1. Machine parts and description
2. Safety precautions when using band saws
3. Workpiece holding
4. Saw blades types for different raw materials
5. Cooling systems and coolants
6. Limitations

Brake -Press, Shear, Arbor-Press & Notcher.  Using brake-press, foot shear, arbor-press, and notcher.

1. Machine operations, parts, and description.
2. Materials to be processed
3. Safety measures for these machineries
4. Gaging system and materials thickness selection
5. Machines Limitation
6. Maintenance and services of the above machines
   

Measuring and Quality Control Instruments.  Using measuring and quality control instruments.

1. Vernier-calipers
2. Micrometers
3. Dial and lever gauges
4. Gauge blocks
5. Bore gauges
6. Telescoping gauge
7. Snap gauges
8. Height and Depth gauges

Hands-on Training:

• Students will receive detailed guidance on each machine, covering functionalities and operational systems. Practical demonstrations will illustrate different scenarios.
• Under supervision, students will complete a variety of tasks using machines and tools.
• The workshop will include demonstrations on the use of measuring instruments, work planning, layout techniques, and bench work procedures.

General and Shop Safety Rules:

• Cellphones, headphones, and EarPods are prohibited due to the risk of distraction, which is the leading cause of injury in the machine shop.
• No food or drinks are allowed in the workshop area.
• It is mandatory to clean and tidy up the machine workspaces and the entire shop at the end of each workshop day/session.
• Proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) must be worn at all times, including safety glasses, closed-toe shoes, and appropriate clothing. Loose clothing, shorts, slippers, jewelry, and untied long hair are not permitted.
• Strict adherence to safety guidelines and instructions is required, including signing a disclaimer agreement before entering the machine shop.