Course Length: 16 hours – 4 sessions, 4 hours per session

Course Format: Instructor Led On-Line Course

INSTRUCTOR LED course designed to provide or enhance the  required skills of an individual currently in or seeking a career in Manufacturing. 

Course Objectives: 

• Understand Basic Mathematical Concepts
• Review fundamental mathematical principles and their applications in a
  shop environment.
• Apply Measurement Techniques
  Learn how to accurately measure and convert units using various tools
  and techniques.
• Perform Calculations for Shop Operations
  Develop skills to perform calculations related to shop tasks such as
  machining, fabrication, and material handling
  .
• Utilize Geometry and Trigonometry
  Apply geometric and trigonometric principles to solve shop-related
  problems.
• Analyze and Solve Shop Problems
  Use mathematical techniques to analyze and resolve common issues
  encountered in the shop.
• Improve Precision and Accuracy
  Enhance precision and accuracy in shop work through effective use of
  mathematicsCourse Content
• Review of Basic Mathematics
  • Arithmetic Operations
  Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
  • Fractions and Decimals
  Converting between fractions and decimals
  Operations with fractions and decimals
  • Percentages
  Calculating percentages and percentage changesMeasurement Techniques
  • Units of Measurement
  Understanding and converting between different units (e.g., metric and
  imperial)
  • Tools for Measurement
  Using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments
  • Precision and Accuracy
  Techniques for ensuring accurate measurements
  Reading and interpreting measurement scalesCalculations for Shop Operations
  • Basic Shop Calculations
  Calculating area, volume, and weight of materials
  Understanding and using material density• Machining Calculations
  Calculating cutting speeds, feed rates, and machining times
  • Fabrication Calculations
  Determining material requirements and costsGeometry in the Shop
  • Basic Geometric Shapes
  Understanding and calculating properties of squares, rectangles, circles,
  and triangles

  • Perimeter, Area, and Volume
  Calculating the perimeter, area, and volume of various shapes
  • Geometry of Machine Parts
  Applying geometric principles to machine components and assemblies

  Trigonometry for the Shop
  • Basic Trigonometric Functions
  Understanding sine, cosine, and tangent
  • Right Triangle Calculations
  Solving problems involving right triangles
  • Angles and Measurements
  Calculating angles and using trigonometry for precise measurements

  Problem Solving and Applications
  • Practical Shop Problems

  Applying mathematical techniques to solve real-world shop problems
  • Case Studies and Examples
  Analyzing and solving examples from machining, fabrication, and
  assembly
  • Error Analysis
  Identifying and correcting errors in measurements and calculations

  Advanced Topics (Optional)
  • Complex Calculations
  Advanced calculations for specialized shop operations
  • Software Tools
  Introduction to software tools and calculators used for shop mathematics

  Review and Practice
  • Exercises and Practice Problems
  Hands-on practice with various shop mathematics problems
  • Review Sessions
  Revisiting key concepts and addressing questions

  Assessment and Certification
  • Final Assessment

• Testing understanding through a written or practical exam
  • Certification
  Issuance of certificates upon successful completion of the cours