Lathe Operator Training
Gain mastery in safe and precise lathe operations for turning and welding tasks. The course covers essential workholding techniques, cutting tool selection, speeds and feeds calculations, and thorough inspection processes, empowering you to machine shafts, faces, and features to exact specifications confidently in any workshop environment.

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 and execute safe, precise machining tasks on lathes from beginning to end. You will master turning techniques, tool selection and setup, workholding strategies, and optimal cutting parameters for superior results. Gain expertise in inspection methods, tolerances, documentation, safety protocols, PPE usage, and lockout procedures to produce high-quality shafts reliably.
Elevify advantages
Develop skills
- Plan turning operations efficiently with step-by-step processes for shafts ready for welding.
- Set up lathes securely using proper workholding, PPE, and emergency stop verification.
- Select and maintain tools expertly, including HSS and carbide inserts for precise cuts.
- Calculate and adjust speeds, feeds, and depths of cut accurately for materials like steel and wood.
- Perform precise inspections on shafts, checking runout, diameter, and length against strict tolerances.
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