Introduction to Milling and Turning

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Starts 25 February 2025
at North Cambridgeshire Training Centre

Course ID	24ET5778
Mode	06 - Employer Training
Level	Other
Duration	12 weeks
Price	£565.00

Days & Times

Tue 17:30-20:30

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Overview of course

West Suffolk College is delighted to announce a new short course in milling and turning which will give delegates a basic knowledge of machining processes, materials and how to operate safely. This course will be delivered at North Cambridgeshire Training Centre (NCTC) - Chatteris.

The following will be covered:

Machine Safety

Machining processes

Turning

Turning to size (taper)
Parting off
Drilling and Taping
Chamfering
Knurling

Milling

Face Milling
End Milling
Slot Milling
Chamfering / Forming a radius on machined edges
Frilling and Reaming

Instruction in the use of measuring equipment (Micrometres / digital verniers)

Differential materials

Mild steel / Aluminium / Brass

Entry requirements

This course is perfect for individuals who wish to understand more about machining or refreshing their knowledge. For those with more experience, machines will be available to complete their own projects under the guidance of a qualified tutor.

Further course detail

Will I have to provide anything?

You will be required to bring suitable PPE including coverall / safety glasses or goggles and safety boots

I'm interested. What should I do now?

Please email your interest to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or complete the enrolment form below to book a place:

https://wsc.ipegs.co.uk/webforms/Mzg0NDg=

Days & times

Starting 25/02/2025
Tuesday 17:30 - 20:30

Course price

£565.00

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