Machining Fundamentals, 11th Edition

Machining Fundamentals is a comprehensive text that offers a clear, easy-to-understand introduction to the various machining operations, setups, and procedures, providing an outstanding value for introductory courses. With a strong emphasis on safety, this colorful and detailed textbook covers all traditional machining methods, as well as newer and nontraditional methods. This edition aligns to the NIMS Machining Smart Standards and includes updated coverage of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to reflect the ASME Y14.5-2018 standard. It features updated illustrations and new end-of-chapter review questions.

The digital assets include an interactive online textbook, a digital student workbook, vocabulary activities, interactive activities, enhanced lesson plans, and 30 video clips shot in an actual manufacturing facility and loaded with practical hands-on demonstrations. G-W’s new Virtual Toolbox helps students practice identifying tools and includes assessment that instructors can use to test mastery.

• New photos and updated content reflect industry changes in technology, including basic CNC coding, standard and new machines currently in use, and practical workplace skills and troubleshooting tips.
• Career Connections, Workplace Skills, and Green Machining features engage, motivate, and prepare students for career success.
• New end-of-chapter Review Questions offer Know and Understand questions, as well as new Apply and Analyze and Critical Thinking questions to encourage students to use and reflect on their new knowledge and develop higher-level thinking skills.

For further soft skills development for students, consider adding Soft Skills for the Workplace to your order.

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Hardcover Text 978-1-64925-979-0	688	978-1-64925-979-0	$166.64*
Machining Fundamentals is a comprehensive text that offers a clear, easy-to-understand introduction to the various machining operations, setups, and procedures, providing an outstanding value for introductory courses. With a strong emphasis on safety, this colorful and detailed textbook covers all traditional machining methods, as well as newer and nontraditional methods. This edition aligns to the NIMS Machining Smart Standards and includes updated coverage of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to reflect the ASME Y14.5-2018 standard. It features updated illustrations, and new end-of-chapter review questions.
Workbook 978-1-64925-980-6	152	978-1-64925-980-6	$39.96*
The Student Workbook combines review activities and practical applications that relate to the content of the textbook chapters. Questions designed to reinforce the textbook content help students review their understanding of the terms, concepts, theories, and procedures presented in each chapter.
Bundle (Text + Workbook) 978-1-63776-449-7		978-1-63776-449-7	$196.24*
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*Qualified schools may be eligible for a 25% discount.

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NOTICE to STUDENTS: If your school is using a Learning Management System such as Blackboard, Brightspace, or Canvas, you will need to purchase the EduHub item listed below.  eBook Reflowable.The eBook Reflowable is an enriched digital textbook that works well on all devices and is compatible with screen readers. The eBook also offers complimentary access to digital drill and practice activities. Instant Access. Upon purchase, you will receive an email with a key code to redeem at G-W Online Textbooks. There is no physical product shipped via the mail.
Online Learning Suite, 6yr. Classroom Subscription (min. 15) 978-1-63776-450-3		978-1-63776-450-3	$191.64*
The Online Learning Suite offers a complete learning package that is accessible through any Internet-enabled device, including computers, smartphones, and tablets. Students can study in the classroom or on the go: whenever or wherever it is most convenient. Instructional materials included are: Online Textbook Reflowable The Online Textbook Reflowable is a digital textbook that works well on all devices and is compatible with screen readers. The Online Textbook also offers complimentary access to digital drill and practice activities. Digital Companion Activities that correspond to textbook content are readily available on this companion website that provides a means of attracting student attention while increasing comprehension and retention of key concepts. Vocabulary games, e-flash cards, and interactive quizzes are examples of the included content. Online Student Workbook The Student Workbook combines review activities and practical applications that relate to the content of the textbook chapters. Questions designed to reinforce the textbook content help students review their understanding of the terms, concepts, theories, and procedures presented in each chapter.  Video Clip Library The Machining Video Clip Library contains 30 video clips that provide dynamic visual instruction of basic machining practices. Scripted by an expert machinist, shot in an actual manufacturing facility and loaded with practical hands-on demonstrations, these live-action videos help provide students with the essential knowledge and skills required for entry-level employment in today's manufacturing industry. High-quality video footage and crisp narrations enable visual learners and struggling readers to clearly understand the content.  Virtual Toolbox The Virtual Toolbox contains Toolbox E-flash cards and activity worksheets, designed to help students with important tool identification skills. Each E-flash card includes an image of a tool on one side and the tool’s name on the other side. Activity worksheets serve as assessments to verify student comprehension of tool identification.
Bundle (Text + Online Learning Suite, 6yr. Classroom Subscription) (min. 15) 978-1-63776-451-0		978-1-63776-451-0	$249.96*
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*Qualified schools may be eligible for a 25% discount.
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Table of Contents

1. An Introduction to Machining Technology
2. Careers in Machining Technology
3. Shop Safety
4. Understanding Drawings
5. Measurement
6. Layout Work
7. Hand Tools
8. Fasteners
9. Jigs and Fixtures
10. Cutting Fluids
11. Sawing and Cutoff Machines
12. Drills and Drilling Machines
13. Offhand Grinding
14. The Lathe
15. Other Lathe Operations
16. Cutting Tapers and Screw Threads on the Lathe
17. The Milling Machine
18. Milling Machine Operations
19. Precision Grinding
20. Band Machining and Broaching
21. Introduction to CNC Machining
22. CNC Programming Basics
23. CNC Milling
24. CNC Turning
25. Automated Manufacturing
26. Quality Control
27. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
28. Metal Characteristics
29. Heat Treatment of Metals
30. Metal Finishing
31. Electromachining Processes
32. Nontraditional Machining Techniques
33. Other Processes
Appendix A: Math Review
Appendix B: Reference Section

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Text

Front Matter (PDF, 929.62 KB)

Chapter 15 (PDF, 2.14 MB)

Chapter 14 (PDF, 4.48 MB)

Workbook

Chapter 1 (PDF, 441.65 KB)

Correlations

NIMS Correlation Chart

NIMS Machining KSAOs (PDF, 298.38 KB)

NIMS Machining Skills Level 1 (PDF, 319.93 KB)

About the Author(s)

Bob Dixon - Bob Dixon is a Professor and Head of the Engineering Technology Department at Walters State Community College in Morristown, Tennessee. Dr. Dixon holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Engineering Technology from East Tennessee State University, a master’s degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Tennessee, and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from East Tennessee State University. Prior to entering the education field, Dr. Dixon spent over 20 years in industry working in a variety of machining, manufacturing, and engineering positions. He is an ATMAE Certified Senior Technology Manager and recipient of the 2005 ATMAE Outstanding Faculty of Industrial Technology Award for Region 3.

John R. Walker - is the author of thirteen textbooks and has written numerous magazine articles. Mr. Walker completed his undergraduate studies at Millersville University and has a master’s degree in Industrial Education from the University of Maryland. He has taught industrial arts and vocational education for more than thirty-two years, including five years as Supervisor of Industrial Education. He has also worked as a machinist for the U.S. Air Force and as a draftsman at the U.S. Army Aberdeen Proving Grounds.