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Task F-14 Sets up conventional milling machines
Task Descriptor
A machinist uses conventional milling machines to make precision parts. Conventional milling machines are used for repair work, prototypes and tool room work.
F-14.01 - Selects conventional milling machine types
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-14.01 - Selects conventional milling machine types
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| F-14.01.01P |
identify machining requirements |
machining requirements are identified according to specifications |
| F-14.01.02P |
select machine type |
machine type is selected according to workpiece characteristics |
Range of Variables
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings
- workpiece characteristics include: material, size, shape
Knowledge
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Learning Objectives |
| F-14.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of conventional milling machine types, parts, accessories, attachments, and applications |
define terminology associated with conventional milling machines |
| identify types of conventional milling machines and describe their applications |
| identify the components and controls of conventional milling machines and describe their purpose and operation |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to conventional milling machines |
Range of Variables
- conventional milling machines include: vertical, horizontal/universal, ram and turret, horizontal boring mill, jig borer
F-14.02 - Plans operation of milling machines
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-14.02 - Plans operation of milling machines
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| F-14.02.01P |
identify milling operations |
milling operations are identified according to specifications |
| F-14.02.02P |
determine sequence of milling operations |
sequence of milling operations is identified according to specifications |
| F-14.02.03P |
select work holding device |
work holding device is selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed |
| F-14.02.04P |
determine tooling requirements |
tooling requirements are determined according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed |
Range of Variables
- milling operations include: contouring, facing, keyways, straddle, gang, t-slot, end milling, slitting, slotting, dovetail, boring, drilling
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings
- work holding devices include: chucks, vises, dividing head, rotary table, fixtures, clamping kits
- workpiece characteristics include: material, size, shape
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-14.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of conventional milling machines and accessories and their applications |
identify types of conventional milling machine accessories and attachments and describe their applications |
| identify types of tool holding devices and describe their applications |
| identify types of work holding devices and describe their applications |
| identify types of cutting tools and describe their applications |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to conventional milling machines |
| identify potential setup problems and describe their causes and solutions |
| identify the considerations and requirements for selecting tools and accessories for milling operations |
| describe the procedures used to set up conventional milling machines to perform basic milling operations |
| describe the procedures used to perform milling operations on conventional milling machines |
Range of Variables
- milling operations include: contouring, facing, keyways, straddle, gang, t-slot, end milling, slitting, slotting, dovetail, boring, drilling
- work holding devices include: chucks, vises, dividing head, rotary table, fixtures, clamping kits
- tool holding devices include: drill chuck, collet chuck, end mill holders, side lock holders, shell mill holders, arbors, boring head
- conventional milling machines include: vertical, horizontal/universal, ram and turret, horizontal boring mill, jig borer
F-14.03 - Sets up work holding devices for conventional milling machines
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-14.03 - Sets up work holding devices for conventional milling machines
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| F-14.03.01P |
inspect and clean table and work holding device and correct deficiencies |
table and work holding device are inspected, cleaned and corrected for deficiencies |
| F-14.03.02P |
perform required alignments |
required alignments are performed using measuring devices according to specifications |
| F-14.03.03P |
adjust and secure work holding device |
work holding device is adjusted and secured using required clamping forces |
Range of Variables
- work holding devices include: chucks, vises, fixtures, dividing head, rotary table, clamping kits
- measuring devices include: dial indicators, squares, gauge blocks, edge finder
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers' drawings
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-14.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of conventional milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to conventional milling machines |
| describe the procedures used to align conventional milling machine heads and table |
| describe the procedures used to set up conventional milling machines to perform milling operations |
| describe the procedures used to align workpieces |
| F-14.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of work holding devices, their setup, and applications |
identify types of work holding devices |
| describe the procedures used to secure and align work holding devices |
Range of Variables
- work holding devices include: chucks, vises, fixtures, dividing head, rotary table, clamping kits
- conventional milling machines include: vertical, horizontal/universal, ram and turret, horizontal boring mill, jig borer
F-14.04 - Sets up tooling for conventional milling machines
Essential Skills: Document Use, Thinking, Numeracy
F-14.04 - Sets up tooling for conventional milling machines
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| F-14.04.01P |
select tooling |
tooling is selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed |
| F-14.04.02P |
inspect tooling |
tooling is inspected for wear and cleaned to ensure accuracy |
| F-14.04.03P |
install tooling |
tooling is installed and secured by using required tool holding devices |
Range of Variables
- tooling includes: end mills, shell mills, indexable carbide tooling, boring bars, face mills
- workpiece characteristics include: material, size, shape
- tool holding devices include: drill chuck, collet chuck, end mill holders, side lock holders, shell mill holders, arbors, boring heads
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-14.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of conventional milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to install tooling and tool holding devices |
| identify the considerations and requirements used for selecting tooling and tool holding devices for milling operations |
Range of Variables
- tool holding devices include: drill chuck, collet chuck, end mill holders, side lock holders, shell mill holders, arbors, boring heads
- conventional milling machines include: vertical, horizontal/universal, ram and turret, horizontal boring mill, jig borer
F-14.05 - Sets up milling accessories
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-14.05 - Sets up milling accessories
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| F-14.05.01P |
select accessories |
accessories are selected according to workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed |
| F-14.05.02P |
clean and inspect accessories for wear |
accessories are cleaned and inspected for wear to ensure accuracy |
| F-14.05.03P |
align accessories |
accessories are aligned using inspection equipment |
| F-14.05.04P |
install and secure accessories |
accessories are installed and secured using appropriate clamping methods |
Range of Variables
- accessories include: dividing head, rotary table, angle plates, parallels, edge finder
- workpiece characteristics include: material, size, shape
- inspection equipment includes: dial indicators, squares, gauge blocks
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-14.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of conventional milling machines and their setup |
identify the considerations and requirements used for selecting accessories for milling operations |
| identify types of rotary tables and describe their construction, applications and procedures for use |
| identify types of dividing heads and describe their characteristics and applications |
Range of Variables
- accessories include: dividing head, rotary table, angle plates, parallels, edge finder
- conventional milling machines include: vertical, horizontal/universal, ram and turret, horizontal boring mill, jig borer
- milling operations include: contouring, facing, keyways, straddle, gang, t-slot, end milling, slitting, slotting, dovetail, boring, drilling
F-14.06 - Sets up workpiece on a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-14.06 - Sets up workpiece on a conventional milling machine
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| F-14.06.01P |
prepare workpiece |
workpiece is prepared by eliminating burrs and debris |
| F-14.06.02P |
install and secure workpiece in work holding device or directly on conventional milling machine table |
workpiece is installed and secured in work holding device or directly on conventional milling machine table |
| F-14.06.03P |
check alignment of workpiece |
workpiece is checked for alignment using inspection equipment |
| F-14.06.04P |
establish workpiece datum |
workpiece datum is established using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- work holding devices include: chucks, vises, indexing heads, rotary tables, fixtures, clamp kits
- inspection equipment includes: dial indicators, squares, gauge blocks, edge finder
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-14.06.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of conventional milling machines and their setup |
identify the considerations and requirements used for setting up a workpiece |
| describe the procedures used to set up a workpiece |
| describe the procedures used to align a workpiece |
| describe the procedures used to establish workpiece datums |
Range of Variables
- conventional milling machines include: vertical, horizontal/universal, ram and turret, horizontal boring mill, jig borer
F-14.07 - Selects conventional milling machine speeds and feeds
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-14.07 - Selects conventional milling machine speeds and feeds
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| F-14.07.01P |
determine type of material to be cut |
type of material to be cut is determined according to specifications |
| F-14.07.02P |
determine surface speed |
surface speed is determined according to reference material |
| F-14.07.03P |
calculate spindle speed (rpm) |
spindle speed (rpm) is calculated according to diameter of cutter and surface speed |
| F-14.07.04P |
calculate feed rate |
feed rate is calculated using rpm, number of cutter teeth and chip load per tooth according to reference material |
| F-14.07.05P |
adjust machine controls |
machine controls are adjusted according to calculated settings |
| F-14.07.06P |
readjust machine controls based on cutting performance |
machine controls are readjusted based on cutting performance |
Range of Variables
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings
- reference material includes: cutting tool manufacturers' specifications, charts, Machinery's Handbook
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-14.07.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of conventional milling machines and their setup |
describe the considerations used to determine speed, feed and depth of cut for milling machine operations |
| interpret tables and charts of speeds and feeds |
| calculate speed, feed and depth of cut |
Range of Variables
- conventional milling machines include: vertical, horizontal/universal, ram and turret, horizontal boring mill, jig borer
Task F-15 Operates conventional milling machines
Task Descriptor
A machinist uses conventional milling machines to make precision parts. Conventional milling machines are used for repair work, prototypes and tool room work.
F-15.01 - Mills surfaces using a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-15.01 - Mills surfaces using a conventional milling machine
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| F-15.01.01P |
measure workpiece |
workpiece is measured to determine amount of excess material using measuring devices |
| F-15.01.02P |
touch off milling cutter to workpiece surface |
workpiece surface is touched off by milling cutter to establish a reference point |
| F-15.01.03P |
remove excess material |
excess material is removed to meet specifications |
| F-15.01.04P |
identify problems |
problems are identified |
| F-15.01.05P |
implement solutions |
problems are eliminated |
| F-15.01.06P |
verify workpiece meets specifications |
workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- measuring devices include: dial indicators, squares, gauge blocks, edge finder
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers' drawings
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, wrong depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, lack of lubrication, improper work holding device, tool deflection, backlash
- inspection equipment includes: dial indicators, squares, gauge blocks, calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, height gauges
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-15.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of conventional milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to perform milling operations |
| describe the considerations to determine speed and feed |
| identify cutting fluids and coolants used |
| describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds |
| identify calculations required to determine amount of excess material |
| identify potential problems and describe their causes and solutions |
Range of Variables
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, wrong depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, lack of lubrication, improper work holding device, tool deflection, backlash
- conventional milling machines include: vertical, horizontal/universal, ram and turret, horizontal boring mill, jig borer
- milling operations include: facing, straddle, gang
F-15.02 - Mills profiles and pockets using a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-15.02 - Mills profiles and pockets using a conventional milling machine
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| F-15.02.01P |
measure workpiece |
workpiece is measured to determine amount of excess material using inspection equipment |
| F-15.02.02P |
touch off milling cutter to workpiece surface |
workpiece surface is touched off by milling cutter to establish a reference point |
| F-15.02.03P |
rough out workpiece |
workpiece is roughed out to remove excess material |
| F-15.02.04P |
measure roughed out workpiece |
roughed out workpiece is measured to make finish adjustments |
| F-15.02.05P |
identify problems |
problems are identified |
| F-15.02.06P |
implement solutions |
problems are eliminated |
| F-15.02.07P |
finish workpiece |
workpiece is finished according to specifications |
| F-15.02.08P |
verify workpiece meets specifications |
workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- inspection equipment includes: dial indicators, squares, gauge blocks, calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, height gauges, profile gauges
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, insufficient coolant, chip evacuation, deflection, backlash
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers' drawings
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-15.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of conventional milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to perform milling operations |
| describe the considerations to determine speed and feed |
| identify cutting fluids and coolants used |
| describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds |
| identify calculations required to determine amount of excess material |
| identify potential problems and describe their causes and solutions |
Range of Variables
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, insufficient coolant, chip evacuation, deflection, backlash
- conventional milling machines include: vertical, horizontal/universal, ram and turret, horizontal boring mill, jig borer
- milling operations include: contouring, pocketing, plunging
F-15.03 - Mills slots, grooves and keyways using a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-15.03 - Mills slots, grooves and keyways using a conventional milling machine
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| F-15.03.01P |
measure workpiece |
workpiece is measured to determine amount of excess material using inspection equipment |
| F-15.03.02P |
locate datum surface |
datum surface is located using inspection equipment |
| F-15.03.03P |
touch off milling cutter to workpiece surface |
workpiece surface is touched off by milling cutter to establish a reference point |
| F-15.03.04P |
rough out workpiece |
workpiece is roughed out by removing excess material |
| F-15.03.05P |
measure roughed out workpiece |
roughed out workpiece is measured to make final adjustments using inspection equipment |
| F-15.03.06P |
identify problems |
problems are identified |
| F-15.03.07P |
implement solutions |
problems are eliminated |
| F-15.03.08P |
finish workpiece |
workpiece is finished according to specifications |
| F-15.03.09P |
verify workpiece meets specifications |
workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- inspection equipment includes: dial indicators, squares, gauge blocks, edge finder
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, insufficient coolant, chip evacuation, backlash
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers' drawings
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-15.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to perform milling operations |
| describe the considerations to determine speed and feed |
| identify cutting fluids and coolants used |
| describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds |
| identify calculations required to determine amount of excess material |
| identify potential problems and describe their causes and solutions |
Range of Variables
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, insufficient coolant, chip evacuation, backlash
- milling operations include: keyways, gang, t-slot, slitting, slotting, dovetail
F-15.04 - Cuts gears and splines using a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-15.04 - Cuts gears and splines using a conventional milling machine
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| F-15.04.01P |
measure workpiece |
workpiece is measured to determine amount of excess material using inspection equipment |
| F-15.04.02P |
determine gear and spline dimensions and select form cutter |
gear and spline dimensions are determined by performing calculations and form cutter is selected according to reference material |
| F-15.04.03P |
calculate indexing requirements |
indexing requirements are calculated according to number of teeth or splines to be cut |
| F-15.04.04P |
locate datum surface |
datum surface is located using inspection equipment |
| F-15.04.05P |
touch off milling cutter to workpiece surface |
workpiece surface is touched off by milling cutter to establish a reference point |
| F-15.04.06P |
rough out workpiece |
workpiece is roughed out using form cutter |
| F-15.04.07P |
measure roughed out workpiece |
roughed out workpiece is measured to make final adjustments using inspection equipment |
| F-15.04.08P |
identify problems |
problems are identified |
| F-15.04.09P |
implement solutions |
problems are eliminated |
| F-15.04.10P |
finish workpiece |
workpiece is finished according to specifications |
| F-15.04.11P |
verify workpiece meets specifications |
workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- inspection equipment includes: dial indicators, squares, gauge blocks, gear-tooth caliper, calipers, wires/pins, micrometers
- reference material includes: Machinery’s Handbook, machine documentation, American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA)
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect depth of cut, improper cutter geometry, tool wear, lack of lubrication, chip evacuation, backlash
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-15.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to perform milling operations |
| describe the considerations to determine speed and feed |
| identify cutting fluids and coolants used |
| describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds |
| identify calculations required to determine amount of excess material |
| identify potential problems and describe their causes and solutions |
| F-15.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of gears and splines |
identify tooling required for cutting gears and splines |
| identify machines and accessories used for cutting gears and splines |
| define terminology associated with gears and splines |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to gears and splines |
| explain the principles of gears and splines, and describe their purpose and operation |
| identify types of gears and splines, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| F-15.04.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of gear measurement |
identify procedures to measure gear tooth and splines |
| identify calculations required to determine gear and spline cutting requirements |
| identify calculations required to determine ratios for simple and compound gear trains |
Range of Variables
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect depth of cut, improper cutter geometry, tool wear, lack of lubrication, chip evacuation, backlash
- milling operations include: slitting, slotting, form cutting, single point, straddle milling
- tooling includes: involute cutter, tapered end mill, form tool
- accessories include: dividing head, rotary table, footstock, arbor
F-15.05 - Drills holes using a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-15.05 - Drills holes using a conventional milling machine
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Evidence of Attainment |
| F-15.05.01P |
determine reference point |
reference point is determined using tooling |
| F-15.05.02P |
determine tooling |
tooling is determined by assessing hole requirements |
| F-15.05.03P |
center-drill (spot-drill) workpiece |
workpiece is center-drilled (spot-drilled) according to specifications |
| F-15.05.04P |
touch off drill to workpiece surface |
workpiece surface is touched off by drill to establish a reference point |
| F-15.05.05P |
pre-drill workpiece if required |
workpiece is pre-drilled according to size to be drilled and specifications |
| F-15.05.06P |
identify problems |
problems are identified |
| F-15.05.07P |
implement solutions |
problems are eliminated |
| F-15.05.08P |
complete operation |
operation is completed according to specifications |
| F-15.05.09P |
verify workpiece meets specifications |
workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- tooling includes: centre drills, spot drills, drills, edge finders
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers’, drawings
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, wrong depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, lack of cutting fluid, chip evacuation
- inspection equipment includes: micrometers, calipers, telescopic gauges, hole gauges
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-15.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to perform drilling operations |
| describe the considerations to determine speed and feed |
| identify cutting fluids and coolants used |
| describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds |
| identify potential problems and describe their causes and solutions |
| identify tooling required for drilling holes |
| identify accessories used for drilling holes |
Range of Variables
- tooling includes: centre drills, spot drills, drills, edge finders
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, wrong depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, lack of cutting fluid, chip evacuation
- accessories include: dividing head, rotary table, angle plates, parallels
F-15.06 - Reams holes using a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-15.06 - Reams holes using a conventional milling machine
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Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| F-15.06.01P |
verify existing hole size |
existing hole size is verified according to reaming allowance and reference materials |
| F-15.06.02P |
adjust speeds and feeds |
speeds and feeds are adjusted according to reference materials |
| F-15.06.03P |
touch off reamer to workpiece surface |
reamer is touched off to workpiece to establish a reference point |
| F-15.06.04P |
perform reaming operations |
reaming operations are performed |
| F-15.06.05P |
identify problems |
problems are identified |
| F-15.06.06P |
implement solutions |
problems are eliminated |
| F-15.06.07P |
verify workpiece meets specifications |
workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- reference materials include: Machinery’s Handbook, manufacturers' specifications
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, insufficient cutting fluid, chip evacuation
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers' drawings
- inspection equipment includes: dial indicators, calipers, telescopic gauges, hole gauges, micrometers
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-15.06.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to perform reaming operations |
| describe the considerations to determine speed and feed |
| identify cutting fluids and coolants used |
| describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds |
| identify reaming allowance |
| identify potential problems and describe their causes and solutions |
| identify tooling required for reaming |
| identify process to measure reamed hole |
Range of Variables
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, insufficient cutting fluid, chip evacuation
- tooling includes: tapered reamer, rose reamer, straight reamer, expansion reamer
F-15.07 - Cuts countersinks, counterbores, chamfers and spot faces using a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-15.07 - Cuts countersinks, counterbores, chamfers and spot faces using a conventional milling machine
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BC |
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Skills
| Reference Code |
Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| F-15.07.01P |
determine tooling |
tooling is determined according to specifications, workpiece characteristics and operations to be performed |
| F-15.07.02P |
touch off tool to workpiece surface |
tool is touched off to workpiece to establish a reference point |
| F-15.07.03P |
drill workpiece, if required |
workpiece is drilled to size according to specifications, if required |
| F-15.07.04P |
identify problems |
problems are identified |
| F-15.07.05P |
implement solutions |
problems are eliminated |
| F-15.07.06P |
complete operation |
operation is completed according to specifications |
| F-15.07.07P |
verify workpiece meets specifications |
workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- tooling includes: countersinks, counterbores, chamfering tool, spot faces, drills
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers' drawings
- workpiece characteristics include: material, size, shape
- problems include: chatter, vibration, incorrect depth, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, insufficient cutting fluid, chip evacuation
- inspection equipment includes: calipers, telescopic gauges, hole gauges, micrometers, depth micrometers, protractors
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-15.07.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to perform milling operations |
| describe the considerations to determine speed and feed |
| identify cutting fluids and coolants used |
| describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds |
| identify potential problems and describe their causes and solutions |
| identify tooling required for milling operations |
| identify accessories used for milling operations |
| identify process to assess size of features according to specifications |
Range of Variables
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers' drawings
- problems include: chatter, vibration, incorrect depth, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, insufficient cutting fluid, chip evacuation
- milling operations include: countersinking, counterboring, chamfering, spot facing
- accessories include: dividing head, rotary table, angle plates, parallels, vises
F-15.08 - Performs tapping using a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-15.08 - Performs tapping using a conventional milling machine
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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
| Reference Code |
Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| F-15.08.01P |
determine tooling |
tooling is determined according to specifications |
| F-15.08.02P |
drill workpiece, if required |
workpiece is drilled to size according to specifications, if required |
| F-15.08.03P |
touch off tool to workpiece surface |
tool is touched off to workpiece to establish a reference point |
| F-15.08.04P |
perform tapping operation |
tapping operation is performed |
| F-15.08.05P |
identify problems |
problems are identified |
| F-15.08.06P |
implement solutions |
problems are eliminated |
| F-15.08.07P |
verify workpiece meets specifications |
workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- tooling includes: centre drills, tap drills, taps, tapping heads, collets, chucks
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers' drawings
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect tap geometry, incorrect tap drill size, cross-threading, tool wear, incorrect or insufficient cutting fluid, chip evacuation
- inspection equipment includes: thread gauges, calipers, go/no-go gauges, pitch gauges
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-15.08.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to perform tapping operations |
| identify potential problems and describe their causes and solutions |
| describe the considerations to determine speed and feed |
| identify cutting fluids and coolants used |
| describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds |
| identify tooling required for tapping |
| identify accessories used for tapping |
| identify thread classifications and inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- tooling includes: centre drills, tap drills, taps, tapping heads, collets, chucks
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect tap geometry, incorrect tap drill size, cross-threading, tool wear, incorrect or insufficient cutting fluid, chip evacuation
- inspection equipment includes: thread gauges, calipers, go/no-go gauges, pitch gauges
- accessories include: angle plates, parallels, tap wrench, guide centre
F-15.09 - Bores holes using a conventional milling machine
Essential Skills: Document Use, Numeracy, Thinking
F-15.09 - Bores holes using a conventional milling machine
| 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
| Reference Code |
Performance Criteria |
Evidence of Attainment |
| F-15.09.01P |
determine tooling |
tooling is determined according to specifications |
| F-15.09.02P |
drill workpiece, if required |
workpiece is drilled to size according to specifications, if required |
| F-15.09.03P |
measure hole size throughout operation |
hole is measured throughout operation using inspection equipment |
| F-15.09.04P |
touch off tool to workpiece surface |
tool is touched off to workpiece to establish a reference point |
| F-15.09.05P |
perform boring operation |
boring operation is performed according to specifications |
| F-15.09.06P |
identify problems |
problems are identified |
| F-15.09.07P |
implement solutions |
problems are eliminated |
| F-15.09.08P |
complete operation |
operation is completed according to specifications |
| F-15.09.09P |
verify workpiece meets specifications |
workpiece is verified that it meets specifications using inspection equipment |
Range of Variables
- tooling includes: centre drills, drills, boring heads, indexable tooling, boring bar
- specifications include: design, standards, client, industry, manufacturers' drawings
- inspection equipment includes: telescopic gauges, inside micrometers, bore gauges, calipers, surface finish comparators
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, lack of lubrication, chip evacuation
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| F-15.09.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of milling machines, their setup and procedures for use |
describe the procedures used to perform boring operations |
| describe the considerations to determine speed and feed |
| identify cutting fluids and coolants used |
| describe the procedures used to set speeds and feeds |
| identify tooling required to bore holes |
| identify problems and solutions |
| identify inspection equipment and procedures for use |
Range of Variables
- tooling includes: centre drills, drills, boring heads, indexable tooling, boring bar
- inspection equipment includes: telescopic gauges, inside micrometers, bore gauges, calipers, surface finish comparators
- problems include: incorrect speeds and feeds, incorrect depth of cut, incorrect cutter geometry, tool wear, lack of lubrication, chip evacuation