Stage 1
This is the start of the Machine Trades Class at South Adams.
You will follow the assignments in order and complete tests, assignments, projects, etc. on or before the last day of the week listed.
You may work ahead, but always make sure you work in order.
Remember: It is always easier to fall behind than to catch up!
As with everything in life.... if you have questions ASK!!
Numbering System: example 01030160
1st & 2nd digits (01): Stage number
3rd & 4th digits (03): Task / Week number
5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th digits (0160): Individual Assignment Number
Time Frame:
Stage 1 should be completed before the end of the First Semester of your first year!
To get started, click on "Stage 01 - Task 01" at the left of the screen and begin working in order through the assignments.
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Standard |
STANDARD 1. Workplace Competency |
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1.01 |
1.1 Allocate the appropriate resources for task completion. |
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Shop Day |
Project |
Utilize tools available to machine required projects by assigned due date |
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1.02 |
1.2 Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills. |
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Shop Day |
Group Project |
Design, Engineer, and Machine a complex assembly as a group |
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1.03 |
1.3 Develop leadership skills. |
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Shop Day |
Group Project |
Design, Engineer, and Machine a complex assembly as a group |
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Shop Day |
Clean-up |
Assigned weekly Shop supervisor will work with other students to maintain a clean and orderly shop |
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1.04 |
1.4 Establish positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds. |
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Shop Day |
Project |
Work together in groups to show each other different ways to complete projects |
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1.05 |
1.5 Research, analyze, and use data for work assignments. |
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Shop Day |
Speeds and Feeds |
Utilize Machinery's Handbook to calculate RPMs and Feedrate on a daily basis |
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1.06 |
1.6 Apply effective critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving techniques. |
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Shop Day |
Project & |
Utilize machines on a regular basis to experience the many variations problems possible |
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Shop Day |
Machine Set-up |
and how to correct them |
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1.07 |
1.7 Select and use appropriate tools and technology. |
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Shop Day |
Project & |
Operate machines to learn the proper and safe use of tools and tooling |
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Shop Day |
Machine Set-up |
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1.08 |
1.8 Implement quality assurance measures and safeguards. |
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Shop Day |
Project |
Maintain and utilize proper Metrology techniques |
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Shop Day |
Inspection Sheet |
Complete "Inspection Sheets" for each project to show understanding of proper techniques and quality |
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1.09 |
1.9 Read and interpret written materials. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Utilize Machinery's Handbook to properly set-up machines |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Read and interpret blueprints for projects |
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Shop Day |
Processing Sheet |
Follow directions by utilizing processing sheets or order of operations |
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1.10 |
1.10 Apply written communication skills. |
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Shop Day |
Inspection Sheet |
Complete "Inspection Sheets" for each project to show understanding of proper techniques and quality |
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Shop Day |
Processing Sheet |
Example: Write a business letter or memorandum using appropriate format. |
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Shop Day |
Processing Sheet |
Create a processing sheet for independent projects |
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1.11 |
1.11 Demonstrate effective listening and speaking skills. |
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Demostration |
Project |
Take notes while watching live or Demo Videos |
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1.12 |
1.12 Perform appropriate mathematical calculations correctly. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Calculate missing dimensions to complete project |
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Shop Day |
Speeds and Feeds |
Utilize Machinery's Handbook to calculate RPMs and Feedrate on a daily basis |
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1.13 |
1.13 Exhibit a responsible work ethic. |
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Weekly Grade |
Shop Grade |
Maintain an acceptable Attendance record |
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Weekly Grade |
Shop Grade |
Complete all requirements specified in the shop grade requirements |
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1.14 |
1.14 Demonstrate accepted standards for ethical behavior. |
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Weekly Grade |
Shop Grade |
Report any broken tooling to instructor |
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Shop Day |
Inspection Sheet |
Complete inspection sheets honestly and accuratly |
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#2 |
STANDARD 2 - Career Development |
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2.01 |
2.1 Establish a personal career goal and develop objectives for achieving the goal. |
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Shop Day |
Projects & |
Gain experience with machine tools and equipment |
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Machine Set-up |
to learn whether you would like to become a machinist as a career |
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Writing |
Resume |
Complete a personal Resume able to be used after high school |
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2.02 |
2.2 Evaluate employment and career pathway opportunities related to established career interest(s). |
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MT Website |
Links page |
Use electronic resources to explore and analyze occupations matching career interests. |
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Newspapers |
Help wanted ads |
Locate and evaluate labor market demand and wage information. |
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OJT |
On-the-Job Training |
Participate in work-based learning experiences to clarify career interests. |
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2.03 |
2.3 Create a continuing education plan that identifies further education and training options. |
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MT Website |
Apprenticeships |
Expose students to the process of completing an Apprenticeship |
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MT Website |
OJT |
Show students that On-the-job training is still the best way to learn the skills needed to succeed in manufacturing |
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Machinist's Group |
Machinist group |
Participate in the Machinist's Group of Northeast Indiana |
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2.04 |
2.4 Prepare for exams leading to certifications recognized by business and industry. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Complete processes needed for real-world machinist jobs |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Utilize various tooling to understand it's proper use |
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2.05 |
2.5 Develop skills needed to enter the workforce. |
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Writing |
Resume |
Complete a personal Resume able to be used after high school |
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Writing |
Application |
Complete a job application |
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2.06 |
2.6 Evaluate resources that keep workers current in the career field. |
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Reading |
Trade Magazines |
Read and report on interesting up-to-date articals in trade magazines |
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MT Website |
Links page |
Explore Machinist related websites |
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2.07 |
2.7 Demonstrate skills and attitudes needed for lifelong learning. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Explore various projects that could be used in future endeavors |
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Weekly Grade |
Shop Grade |
Complete all necessary requirements to maintain a high shop grade score |
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2.08 |
2.8 Apply effective money management strategies. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Calculate material prices for specific projects |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Estimate cost of tooling needed to complete project |
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#3 |
STANDARD 3 - Technical Core |
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3.01 |
PMT3.1 Organize and coordinate safe shop practices and tool maintenance. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Maintain safe and organized work area while working on projects |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Properly adjust each machine for safety |
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Weekly Grade |
Shop Grade |
Complete all necessary requirements to maintain a high shop grade score |
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3.02 |
PMT3.2 Perform measurement/layout/inspection operations. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Measure a variety of projects utilizing calipers and micrometers. |
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Shop Day |
Inspection Sheet |
Complete inspection sheets honestly and accuratly |
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3.03 |
PMT3.3 Perform mathematical computations. |
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Classroom |
Shop Math |
Convert fractions to decimals. |
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Shop Day |
Inspection Sheet |
Complete inspection sheets honestly and accuratly |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Construct projects with metric dimensions. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Example: Apply trigonometric tables to lathe tool adjustments. |
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3.04 |
PMT3.4 Demonstrate written and oral communication skills. |
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Shop Day |
Inspection Sheet |
Complete inspection sheets honestly and accuratly |
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Shop Day |
Processing Sheet |
Create a processing sheet for independent projects |
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3.05 |
PMT3.5 Develop a process plan for a part requiring milling, drilling, turning, or grinding. |
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Shop Day |
Processing Sheet |
Create a processing sheet for independent projects |
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3.06 |
PMT3.6 Read and interpret blueprints. |
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Shop Day |
Group Project |
Design, Engineer, and Machine a complex assembly as a group |
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3.07 |
PMT3.7 Use geometric knowledge in the interpretation of machine drawings. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Layout and machine projects to proper dimensions |
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3.08 |
PMT3.8 Perform bench work using a surface plate, surface gage, layout height gage, and combination set. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
File, punch, deburr, and cut material with hand tools. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Scribe a part accurately on a piece of material prior to constructing the part. |
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3.09 |
PMT3.9 Use bench vises, hand drills, hand taps, tap wrench, files, scrapers, and coated abrasives to deburr parts and use arbor presses to perform press operations. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Complete assigned projects |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Properly deburr parts daily |
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3.10 |
PMT3.10 Perform pedestal grinder operations. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Sharpen Drill Bit |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Sharpen Lathe Bit |
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3.11 |
PMT3.11 Perform power saw operations. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Cut project material to length |
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3.12 |
PMT3.12 Perform drill press operations. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Complete assigned projects |
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3.13 |
PMT3.13 Operate a surface grinding machine. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Complete assigned projects |
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3.14 |
PMT3.14 Perform lathe operations. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Complete assigned projects |
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3.15 |
PMT3.15 Perform vertical and horizontal milling machine operations. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Complete assigned projects |
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3.16 |
PMT3.16 Program and operate computerized numerical control (CNC) machines. |
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Shop Day |
Projects |
Complete assigned projects |