Course Description:

Principles of tooling introduces the tools used for metal cutting on lathes and machining centers. Reviews basic concepts in metal removal, tool materials and their properties, and tool selection and maintenance. The learner learns the major types of tools, cutting applications, materials and properties of tools, and the types and causes of tool defects.

Course Outline:

Introduction to Cutting Tools

Course Segments:

Tooling Basics, Tool Materials, Tool Selection and Tool Life