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Grinding Specialist Training

Setup and operation of all common grinding machines.

prerequisites: surface grinder operator AND cylindrical grinder operator AND centerless grinder operator
potential career paths: tool and die maker, manufacturing supervisor

Below is a list of the online classes and offline tasks included within the competency Grinding Specialist.

Inspection

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	Class	Offline Task
1.	Intro to GD&T 200 This class introduces the fundamental concepts of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and describes the main types of tolerances included in the standard. Includes an Interactive Lab.	Read a GD&T print to determine all datum surfaces for a sample part.
2.	Hole Inspection 240 This class explains different hole characteristics and describes how specific gages are used for different hole inspection applications. Includes an Interactive Lab.	Measure the depth and concavity or taper of a 2 in. deep hole to ensure it meets tolerances; measure the diameter and roundness of the hole to ensure it meets tolerances.
3.	Thread Inspection 250 This class provides suggestions and how-to information for inspecting threads with a range of common instruments and gages. Includes an Interactive Lab.	Inspect an ID thread using an appropriate threaded plug gage; measure an OD thread using the three-wire method.

Quality

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	Class	Offline Task
1.	Troubleshooting: Identifying Problems 180 This class provides an introduction to the troubleshooting process and describes basic steps for identifying problems.	Name key members of a root cause analysis team; state the problem being addressed by the team's efforts.
2.	Troubleshooting: Understanding Causes and Effects 182 This class provides an introduction to the process of determining problem causes and effects.	Read a Pareto chart or other graphic tool produced by a troubleshooting team and explain the information communicated by the chart.
3.	Troubleshooting: Taking Corrective Actions 184 This class discusses ways to identify, implement, and document effective solutions in the troubleshooting process.	Show documentation that resulted from the work of a recent troubleshooting team.
4.	SPC Overview 210 This class describes the main concepts of statistical process control and explains how to recognize processes that are affected by special causes. Includes an Interactive Lab.	Show and interpret an X-bar chart being used at a specific work station.
5.	Metrics for Lean 230 This class describes the most common metrics used to measure timing, error, and costs and encourage continuous improvement in a lean system. Includes an Interactive Lab.	Calculate first-time quality for a series of batches; measure and calculate overall equipment effectiveness for a machine used in the work space.
6.	Process Flow Charting 240 This class covers the purpose and methods of flow charting, including spaghetti diagrams, process maps, and value stream maps.	Create a spaghetti diagram for a common component manufactured on the job; recommend an improvement to product flow.
7.	Strategies for Setup Reduction 250 This class covers different strategies for reducing setup times, including ideas for streamlining operations and tactics for pre-staging processes. Includes an Interactive Lab.	Time the setup of a specific job; make recommendations on how to potentially reduce the setup time.

Shop Essentials

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	Class	Offline Task
1.	Shop Algebra Overview 200 This class explains basic principles of algebra and demonstrates how to solve equations containing multiple operations.	For a series of equations used in a program, solve the equation for a variable by following the correct order of operations.
2.	Trig: Pythagorean Theorem 205 This class introduces the Pythagorean theorem and explains how to apply this rule to find unknown information in sample part drawings.	Use trig ratios to calculate the length of an unknown leg or hypotenuse for a series of right triangles in a sample print.
3.	Shop Trig Overview 210 This class presents a general overview and refresher for the rules of trigonometry.	For a series of sample right triangles, use trig ratios to find the missing side and/or angle.
4.	Trig: Sine, Cosine, and Tangent 215 This class explains how to use sine, cosine, and tangent to find information about the sides and angles of right triangles in sample shop prints.	Use trig ratios to calculate the amount of taper in a feature in a sample print.
5.	Statistics 220 This class covers the main concepts of statistics and relates these concepts to shop situations.	Measure the length of a given feature on a sample set of parts; find the mean, median, and standard deviation for that feature.
6.	Trig: Sine Bar Applications 225 This class explains how to use the sine bar for machining and inspection purposes and explains step-by-step examples for using trig ratios and the sine bar to find missing information.	Use a sine bar, gage blocks, and height gage to accurately measure and inspect the angled feature of a sample part.
7.	Interpreting Blueprints 230 This class provides an overview of common features found in prints and describes how to properly inspect them. Includes an Interactive Lab.	For a sample part and matching print, inspect the part's critical dimensions, including all aspects of a non-threaded hole and threaded hole, using all inspection devices as required.

Supervisor Essentials

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	Class	Offline Task
1.	Essentials of Leadership 110 This class describes the basic responsibilities of a leader and gives helpful ideas about how to gain the respect and trust of others. Includes an Interactive Lab.	Recommend one change that will help motivate team members to meet customer needs; provide details to support the case why this change will succeed.
2.	Essentials of Communication 120 This class describes key types of communication and common roadblocks to communication, as well as how to use effective communication as a tool to help build teamwork and manage conflict. Includes an Interactive Lab.	Recommend in writing a potential improvement to company policy; verbally explain the recommendation to a supervisor or group, anticipating dissenting viewpoints and effectively listening to and incorporating other opinions.

Workholding

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	Class	Offline Task
1.	Fixture Body Construction 200 This class discusses common tool body forms and the material and cost considerations associated with their construction.	For a sample workpiece, recommend the material, design, and construction of a fixture body that balances weight, durability, and cost.
2.	Fixture Design Basics 210 This class identifies the major factors to consider when beginning the design of a customized fixture. Includes an Interactive Lab.	For a sample workpiece and setup, recommend a custom fixture design that takes into consideration factors such as durability, accuracy, ease of use, and cost.