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Test Name:	Job: Production/Manufacturing Engineer - UPDATED
Number of Questions:	218
Test Description:	The assessment for production/manufacturing engineers tests for a broad knowledge of machine tool operations and manufacturing processes, workpiece material properties, tool maintenance, workholding setups, and OSHA safety regulations. This assessment also addresses lean initiatives, cell design, and process improvement methods. Test questions are based on class material from the abrasives, CNC, EDM, fasteners, inspection, manual machining, materials, metal cutting, quality, safety, shop mathematics/print reading, stamping, welding, and workholding departments.
Test Instructions:	This online test requires uninterrupted access to a computer with an Internet connection. For math-related questions, please have paper and pencils on hand for your calculations. Textbooks, calculators, and other electronic devices are NOT allowed.

This assessment covers all these classes:

Class Name	Prereq.	Lessons	Difficulty
Change page: 1 2 3 4 5 6 Displaying page 1 of 6, items 1 to 20 of 109.
Change page: 1 2 3 4 5 6 Displaying page 1 of 6, items 1 to 20 of 109.
Intro to Abrasives 100 This class defines abrasive processes and explains the major groups of abrasive tools.	None	19	Beginner
What Is Grinding? 110 This class describes the grinding action, explains how chips are formed, and covers wheel maintenance and safety.	None	15	Beginner
Grinding Processes 120 This class identifies the major types of grinding operations and explains how they are performed on the machine. Includes an Interactive Lab.	None	13	Beginner
Grinding Variables 200 This class identifies the most common variables that occur during grinding, with an emphasis on speeds and feeds. Includes an Interactive Lab.	250110 250120	13	Intermediate
History and Definition of CNC 100 This class outlines the origin of today's CNC machines and explains how modern CNC evolved from its original designs.	None	13	Beginner
Mechanics of CNC 110 This class describes the mechanical systems involved in CNC axis movement, as well as how feedback is used for tool location.	None	17	Beginner
Basics of the CNC Turning Center 120 This class describes the basic components of the turning center as well as the devices used on this machine. Includes an Interactive Lab.	None	15	Beginner
Basics of the CNC Machining Center 130 This class describes the basic components of the machining center as well as the devices used on this machine. Includes an Interactive Lab.	None	16	Beginner
Basics of the CNC Swiss-Type Lathe 135 This class describes the basic components of the Swiss-type lathe, as well as common tooling and machining operations.	None	19	Beginner
CNC Coordinates 140 This class explains the arrangement and orientation of the basic axes on a common CNC lathe and both a vertical and horizontal CNC mill. Includes an Interactive Lab.	None	16	Beginner
Part Program 150 This class introduces the major code groups used in a CNC part program. Includes an Interactive Lab.	None	14	Beginner
CAD/CAM Overview 160 This class describes the general process of using computers to design and manufacture parts and identifies common features available in CAD/CAM software.	None	20	Beginner
CNC Manual Operations 200 This class describes the control features that allow a CNC operator to execute tasks manually. Includes an Interactive Lab.	300110 300140	15	Intermediate
CNC Offsets 210 This class identifies the various offsets used on both the lathe and the mill to properly reference each cutting tool in relationship to the workpiece. Includes an Interactive Lab.	300120 300130 300200	18	Intermediate
CNC Specs for the Mill 220 This class identifies common specifications of CNC mills and describes the various features and options available on different machines.	300110 300130 300140	17	Intermediate
CNC Specs for the Lathe 225 This class identifies common specifications of CNC lathes and describes the various features and options available on different machines.	300110 300120 300140	18	Intermediate
Intro to EDM 100 This class introduces the process, components and machines of electric discharge machining.	200110	16	Beginner
Intro to Assembly 100 This class describes the common assembly methods of mechanical fastening, adhesive bonding, and welding.	None	14	Beginner
Safety for Assembly 105 This class introduces general safety guidelines for assembly. Includes an Interactive Lab.	None	15	Beginner
Intro to Fastener Threads 110 This class describes fastener threads and their characteristics, as well as explains different thread standards and classifications. Includes an Interactive Lab.	None	16	Beginner