Lathe Operator Training
Gain expertise in safe and accurate lathe operations tailored for welding and turning tasks. The course covers essential workholding methods, cutting tool selection, speeds and feeds calculations, and precise inspection techniques, empowering you to confidently machine shafts, faces, and detailed features to exact specifications in a professional workshop environment. You will develop the practical know-how to deliver consistent, high-quality results on the shop floor.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to plan, set up, and execute safe, precise lathe machining operations from beginning to end. You will master turning techniques, tool selection and preparation, secure workholding, optimal cutting parameters, quality inspection, tolerance management, and documentation, all while prioritising safety protocols, personal protective equipment, and lockout procedures to produce reliable, high-quality shafts consistently.
Elevify advantages
Develop skills
- Plan turning operations efficiently with a step-by-step approach for producing weldable shafts.
- Set up lathes securely, including proper workholding, PPE application, and emergency stop verification.
- Select and maintain tools expertly, such as HSS and carbide inserts for precise, clean cuts.
- Calculate and adjust speeds, feeds, and depths of cut accurately for materials like steel and wood.
- Perform precise shaft inspections, measuring runout, diameter, and length to strict tolerances.
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