Lathe Mechanics Course
This course provides essential hands-on training in lathe mechanics, focusing on setup, operation, maintenance, and repair techniques to achieve precision and efficiency in workshop environments.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Lathe Mechanics Course equips you with hands-on skills to set up, operate, and maintain a traditional engine lathe confidently. You will learn about lathe components, workholding methods, alignment techniques, speeds, feeds, and surface finish management, including vibration reduction and threading. Additionally, you will explore incorporating repair tasks, power transmission systems, and preventive maintenance to diagnose problems quicker, enhance precision, and prolong machine lifespan in everyday workshop operations.
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Develop skills
- Precision lathe setup: Quickly align chucks, centres and fixtures for repair work.
- Cutting data mastery: Set speeds, feeds and depths for clean, efficient turning.
- Weld repair integration: Prep, machine and finish welded shafts to tight tolerances.
- Vibration control: Diagnose chatter, balance parts and improve surface finish fast.
- Lathe maintenance basics: Inspect, lubricate and adjust gibs, belts and gears safely.
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