Explore the world of machining tools through hands-on applications in the creation of a basic project. Learn layout and measuring strategies. Operate a metal lathe and a milling machine, and in a short time, watch your materials transform from unassembled pieces into a useful item. Become familiar with CNC machining and programming through demonstrations of HAAS machines.
During the camp, you will be able to chat each day with professionals from local industry who visit the machine shop to share their work experience in the industrial field and answer questions about careers. This hands-on workshop guided by experts provides access and training on tools that you may not normally use.
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Over the course of the week, the class will fabricate a small wobbler air motor from small pieces of stock that has been pre-cut. They will use a mixture of manual methods and cnc machines. We will have multiple guest speakers through out the week from the college and local industry. We will test the function of their air motor on speed and will have them run a small water pump. At the end of the week, students will earn a certificate and will be allowed to give their parents a tour of the shop with the instructors on hand to answer any questions. This is a hands on class. Students will get dirty and will leave with something in hand and a feeling of satisfaction that they built something on their own from scratch!
Wobbler Motor Video
