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BASIC ENGINEERING SERIES (4 PARTS)

SKILLBANK ENGINEERING
Each Skillbank video concentrates on the demonstration of a skill. The camera takes the learner right through a process showing every step. The video shows what is happening in detail, in slow motion and from angles not normally visible. They show skills in action in situations which would be difficult to replicate.

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PART 1 - MEASUREMENT

Code No 435

Time: 9 Mins

This module demonstrates how to take accurate measurements using three basic measuring instruments; The Rule, The Vernier Calliper and The Micrometer.

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PART 2 - TOOL AND CUTTER GRINDING

Code No 436

Time: 10 Mins

This module demonstrates the technique for grinding a twist drill using both a dedicated machine and grinding by hand. It also shows how to grind the three separate facets on a single point cutter to form clearance angles in relation to the vertical and horizontal axes.

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PART 3 - ALIGNMENT OF A MACHINE VICE

Code No 437

Time: 13 Mins

This module demonstrates clocking up a vice to ensure that the workpiece is held exactly in line with, and at right angles to, the direction of movement of the milling machine’s table. A dial test indicator is used to check the accuracy of the position.

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PART 4 - SETTING UP MACHINE TOOLS

Code No 438

Time: 15 Mins

This module demonstrates the setting up of 4 machine tools:

• Setting up a four jaw chuck using the concentric rings, a scribing block and a dial test indicator
• Setting up a single point cutter in a lathe to centre height using shims and an adjustable cutter holder
• Setting up a cutter on a vertical milling machine showing the securing of the cutter holder in the spindle and in a collet; securing the collet in the holder and establishing the datum line
• Setting up a cutter on a horizontal milling machine, securing the cutter, the workpiece and the end bearing unit on the machine and establishing the datum position of the cutter

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