Mechanical Turning Course
This hands-on course equips participants with essential skills in mechanical turning using lathes, focusing on precision shaft production, safety, tool selection, and quality finishing for reliable assemblies.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Mechanical Turning Course provides quick, hands-on training to enable you to make precise shafts and dependable assemblies. You will learn key lathe safety, setup, and workholding techniques, then advance to selecting tools, cutting parameters, and detailed turning processes. Gain expertise in inspection, tolerancing, and controlling surface finish, along with wise material choices and finishing practices after machining for reliable, top-quality outcomes.
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Develop skills
- Precision inspection for shafts: quickly measure runout, Ra, and welding fits.
- Practical lathe setup: secure workholding, align centres, and cut with minimal runout.
- Mastery of turning parameters: select tools, speeds, and feeds for mild steel.
- Step-by-step shaft turning: rough, finish, chamfer, and prepare parts for welding.
- Skills for weld-ready design: account for distortion, protect surfaces, and maintain tight fits.
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