| Online | Machining | 100 | Workholding | 360010 |
Introduction to Workholding 101
| "Introduction to Workholding" describes the purpose of workholding, basic workholding devices, and how workholding devices are used. Workholding devices are used to locate, support, and secure workpieces for a variety of manufacturing operations, including machining, welding, and assembly. Common workholding devices include chucks, collets, vises, jigs, and fixtures. These common devices are used for the majority of workholding in a wide range of applications.Workholding is one of the most important aspects of a number of manufacturing operations. Having operators who understand how to use the various workholding devices is essential for efficient, safe, and high-quality part production. Proper use of workholding improves production speed as well as part tolerance and finish. After taking this class, users will be able to explain the purpose of workholding, identify common workholding devices, and describe how to use workholding devices. | Beginner | English | (100104) Intro to Workholding 104 |
| Online | Machining | 100 | Workholding | 360020 |
Supporting and Locating Principles 111
| Supporting and Locating Principles describes important concepts related to supporting and locating a workpiece on a modular fixture. In many cases, operators require modular fixtures that can more closely match the size and shape of a unique or complex part. Supporting the part is crucial in preventing workpiece deformation, while locating the part ensures it is positioned in the correct place for more efficient and repeatable operations.An understanding of how to support and locate parts on a fixture is a key aspect of several manufacturing operations, including machining, welding, and assembly. When designed to properly support and locate, a fixture helps improve production rates and finished part quality. After taking this class, users will have an understanding of concepts, practices, and devices related to supporting and locating a workpiece on a fixture. | Beginner | English | (100106) Supporting and Locating Principles 106 |
| Online | Machining | 100 | Workholding | 360025 |
Locating Devices 121
| Locating Devices describes the components used to position a workpiece in a workholding device. Locating is a crucial part of effective workholding. Locators come in a wide range of available types with various features. Common locators include pins, buttons, and pads. V-locators, fixture plates, locating nests, and other specialty devices are also used for locating workpieces. After taking this class, users will have a basic understanding of locating principles and be familiar with different types of locating devices and their features This knowledge prepares users to properly locate workpieces and set up workholding, which is an important part of many different manufacturing operations, such as machining, welding, and assembly. Proper workpiece location can help manufacturers improve loading and unloading times, production rates, and finished part quality. | Beginner | English | (100107) Locating Devices 107 |
| Online | Machining | 100 | Workholding | 360030 |
Clamping Basics 131
| "Clamping Basics" describes the fundamental principles and concepts of clamping for manufacturing operations as well as common clamps and how to use them. Machine operators use clamps to hold workpieces in place and prevent their shifting during an operation due to cutting or other forces. Common clamps include strap, swing, and toggle clamps, and manufacturers use them in an array of applications, including machining, assembly, and inspection.Clamping is used in a wide array of manufacturing operations, making an understanding of how to clamp essential for most operations. Proper clamping can improve productivity by increasing the speed of manufacturing, lower costs by reducing the need to scrap or re-work parts, and improve part quality by allowing for tighter tolerances and better surface finish. After taking this class, users will understand the basic principles and considerations of clamping and be able to identify basic clamp types and describe how to use them. | Beginner | English | (100108) Clamping Basics 108 |
| Online | Machining | 100 | Workholding | 360040 |
Chucks, Collets, and Vises 141
| "Chucks, Collets, and Vises" discusses the basics of three of the most common workholding devices in machining. Chucks, collets, and vises are highly flexible workholding that can be used in a variety of operations and with a range of workpiece types. Chucks and collets are lathe workholding used for turning, grinding, and drilling, among other operations. Vises are mill workholding used for the entire range of milling operations and can also be used for grinding and drilling operations. Important aspects of chucks, collets, and vises include usage, types, and setup.After taking this course, users will understand how and when to use chucks, collets, and vises. Knowledge of how to use chucks, collets, and vises is essential for all machine operators. The ability to effectively use these devices increases productivity, improves part quality, and reduces waste. | Beginner | English | (100110) Chucks, Collets, and Vises 110 |
| Online | Machining | 100 | Workholding | 100200 |
Fixture Body Construction 200
| This class discusses common tool body forms and the material and cost considerations associated with their construction. | Intermediate | English | |
| Online | Machining | 100 | Workholding | 360110 |
Fixture Design Basics 201
| Fixture Design Basics describes the components and purposes of fixtures and the fundamental concepts related to creating efficient fixtures. Fixtures are custom workholding devices used in many manufacturing operations to secure, support, and locate a workpiece. Fixtures are created through combining fixture bodies, supports, locators, and clamps. Fixture components come in a variety of options that designers choose between depending on the workpiece and operation.Fixture use often leads to finished parts with stricter tolerances and improved surface finishes. Fixtures can also increase efficiency in many aspects of an operation, such as facilitating easier loading and unloading of parts and reducing the need to rework parts. After taking this class, users will understand the fundamental concepts of fixture design, the appropriate uses of fixtures, and the benefits of using fixtures. | Intermediate | English | (100210) Fixture Design Basics 210 |
| Online | Machining | 100 | Workholding | 100230 |
Drill Bushing Selection 230
| This class will identify the major groups of bushings and their appropriate use. | Intermediate | English | |