Machining Fundamentals, 12th Edition

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• Covers machining fundamentals, CNC, GD&T, and advanced manufacturing processes.
• Emphasizes safety, machining operations, setups, and troubleshooting skills.
• Includes digital labs, videos, activities, and hands-on learning tools.

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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 the many common methods of machining and shaping parts to meet given specifications. It also covers more advanced processes, such as laser machining, water-jet cutting, high-energy-rate forming (HERF), cryogenics, chipless machining, electrical discharge machining (EDM), electrochemical machining (ECM), robotics, and rapid prototyping. The importance of computer numerical control (CNC) in the operation of most machine tools and its role in automated manufacturing is explored thoroughly. The latest geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) standards from ASME Y14.5 are also covered. The new edition has a new Math Review chapter to help students with the applied math skills they will need in their machining careers. Digital users have access to the online book and student lab workbook, interactive activities, virtual toolbox, and video clips with practical hands-on demonstrations.

Exciting new instructional design aligns the Learning Outcomes with the section headings, summaries, and end-of-chapter questions.
New photos and content reflect industry changes in technology, including basic CNC coding, machines currently in use, and troubleshooting tips.
Career Connections, Workplace Skills, and Pro Tip features engage, motivate, and prepare students for career success.

1. An Introduction to Machining Technology

2. Careers in Machining Technology

3. Shop Safety

4. Math Review

5. Understanding Drawings

6. Measurement

7. Layout Work

8. Hand Tools

9. Fasteners

10. Jigs and Fixtures

11. Cutting Fluids

12. Sawing, Cutoff, and Band Machining

13. Drills and Drilling Machines

14. Offhand Grinding

15. The Lathe

16. Other Lathe Operations

17. Cutting Tapers and Screw Threads on the Lathe

18. The Milling Machine

19. Milling Machine Operations

20. Precision Grinding

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

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Appendix Reference Section

Index

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About the Author

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 Templeton

brings over 25 years of machining experience to this text. Beginning with a four-year apprenticeship in the United Kingdom, Mr. Templeton graduated from Darlington College of Technology before progressing through a variety of fields in the machining industry. Positions of note include work as a Prototype/R&D Machinist, working with advanced aerospace metals and materials; Tool & Die Maker; CNC Programmer; Lead Machinist; and Machining Consultant. Mr. Templeton has almost 15 years teaching experience as an instructor at NTMA Training Centers of Southern California, attaining Career Technical Education (CTE) teaching credentials through the University of San Diego. Aside from the mathematics, blueprint reading, and CNC programming classes in the machinist program, Mr. Templeton has also taught apprenticeship classes (LAUSD) in math and blueprint reading.

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.

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Quote The text is very thorough and covers everything I think an aspiring machinist should know.

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