A turning tool removes material from a workpiece on a modern turning center.

Turning Center Video Series 1

Turning Center Video Series 1 is designed to introduce and familiarize learners with the basic functions, components, and terminology associated with modern turning centers. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

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Learning Hours: 2.5

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Course Description

Turning Center Video Series 1 is designed to introduce and familiarize learners with the basic functions, components, and terminology associated with modern turning centers. The series also addresses important concepts to the turning process, such as cutting parameters, tool offsets, and basic program codes.

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Who will benefit from this Turning Center video series?

Operators, Inspectors, Sales, and Purchasing.

Course Classification

This manufacturing course by THORS eLearning Solutions covers understanding and application of the covered topics.

*THORS uses the Bloom’s Taxonomy Methodology for our course development.

Certificate Awarded for Turning Center Video Series 1

Example of certificate awarded upon successful completion of the course.

*upon successful completion

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Learning Objectives

  1. Understand the basic functions of turning center machine components.
  2. Recognize the primary axes involved in turning tool movement and spindle rotation.
  3. Differentiate between the primary operations performed on turning centers.
  4. Recall the industry nomenclature for turning tool holders and inserts.
  5. Understand how to properly clamp and secure both workpieces and tool inserts.
A computer numerical control (CNC) turning center during the operation.
Turning Center Video Series 1

Table of Contents

  1. Video 1: Introduction to Turning
  2. Video 2: Turning Center Machine Elements
  3. Video 3: Turning Tool Movement and Operations
  4. Video 4: Turning Center Tool Holder Nomenclature
  5. Video 5: Turning Center Tool Insert Nomenclature

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