ITI Machinist 1-Year Course Overview

Introduction to the ITI Machinist 1-Year Course

• The ITI Machinist 1-year course is a vocational training program focusing on machining.
• The course covers fundamental machining principles and skills.
• Graduates gain essential workplace skills for machining-related industries.
• The course emphasizes hands-on learning and practical application.

Course Curriculum Overview

• Basic Workshop Practice:
  • Workshop safety rules and regulations.
  • Use of common hand tools and measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers).
  • Understanding machine shop layout and organization.
  • Basic material properties for machining.
• Metal Cutting:
  • Different cutting tools (e.g., drills, milling cutters).
  • Proper cutting techniques and tool maintenance.
  • Basic lathe operation and tooling.
  • Milling machine operation and milling processes.
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T):
  • Interpreting GD&T drawings.
  • Applying GD&T standards in practical machining.
• Basic Manufacturing Processes:
  • Understanding different metal cutting manufacturing processes.
  • Various tooling options for different processes.
• Metrology:
  • Using advanced measuring instruments for high precision.
  • Importance of precise measurements in machining.
  • Calibrating and using measuring instruments.
  • Work to a required accuracy, e.g., 0.1mm.
• Basic Computer Aided Design (CAD) & Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM):
  • Introduction to 2D and 3D design software.
  • Basic CAD/CAM applications in machining.
  • Generating machining instructions and parts using digital tools.
• Specific Machine Operations:
  • Drilling, tapping, threading, reaming, and other machining processes.
  • Safety checks on machine tools.
  • Maintaining and repairing common machine tools.
• Material Science:
  • Material properties (e.g., hardness, tensile strength) for machining.
  • Material properties' impact on machining and tool choice.
  • Working with specific materials, like MS plates.
• Work Ethics and Professionalism:
  • High-quality output best practices.
  • Positive work habits and collaboration.
  • Teamwork importance in manufacturing.
• Dimensional Accuracy:
  • Importance of meeting dimensional specifications.
  • Working with specific dimensions (e.g., 45x60x8mm for MS plates)
• Material Specification:
  • Work with specific materials, like MS plates.

Assessment Methods

• Theory Exams: Evaluating theoretical knowledge.
• Practical Exams: Assessing hands-on machining skills.
• Project Work: Creating machined parts meeting specific requirements.

Possible Career Paths After Completion

• Machinist
• Tool and Die Maker
• Manufacturing Technician
• Maintenance Mechanic
• Quality Control Inspector