Lathe Operator Training
Gain mastery in safe and precise lathe operations for turning and welding preparation tasks. The course covers workholding techniques, cutting tool choices, speeds and feeds calculations, and thorough inspection methods, empowering you to machine shafts, faces, and detailed features to exact specifications confidently in workshop environments. Develop hands-on abilities for professional machining outcomes.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course teaches practical skills for planning and executing safe, precise machining tasks on lathes from beginning to end. You will learn turning techniques step by step, tool selection and setup, workholding approaches, and cutting settings for reliable results. Gain expertise in inspection, tolerances, documentation, safety protocols, PPE, and lockout procedures to produce high-quality shafts consistently.
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 for precise clean cuts.
- Calculate and adjust speeds, feeds, and depths of cut accurately for materials like steel and wood.
- Perform precise inspections on shafts, measuring runout, diameter, and length to strict tolerances.
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