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Calhoun Community College
Tool and Die Maintenance
Hybrid-based
ONET: 49-9041.00
3
Years
265
Skills
1532h
Related instructions
6000h
On-the-job training
Classroom instruction topics
Introduction to Machine Shop I
Introduction to Machine Shop I Lab
Introduction to Machine Shop II
Introduction to Machine Shop II Lab
Milling I Lab
Precision Measurement
Manufacturing Safety Practices
Quality Control Concepts
Intro to Thermal/Electrical Principles
Fluid Systems
CAD Concepts / Intro to 3D Modeling
Basic Blueprint Reading for Machinists
Basic CNC Milling I
CNC Milling Lab I
Die Fundamentals
Basic Formability
Precision Grinding
Precision Grinding Lab
Welding - Special Topics
English Composition I
Intro to Tech. Math
Humanities/Fine Arts (excluding Speech & Foreign Language)
Social & Behavioral Science
Natural Science or MTH elective
Mazda Toyota - Welding, Finish, Punching Finish
Mazda Toyota - Trim finishing in three levels, Producing standard trim edge
Mazda Toyota - Flat Grinding and Finishing
Mazda Toyota - Bead Shaping
Mazda Toyota - Globe Punch Finish, 1500R Shape Side Finish
On-the-job training
OJT Hours
Workplace safety knowledge and implementation
Explain and work with the safety essentials of the mating procedure
Consistently wear PPE and explain the functions of the protective equipment needed for the job
Explain and implement 4S
Explain and practice KY
Make near miss suggestions
Suggest improvements in safety
Safely perform low frequency work in the assembly
Point out the full range of anxiety and behavior within the group
Check the function of safety devices
Ensure that the opening inspection can be done
Explain the safety standards of the operation
Explain the imperative for safety at work
Observe the work and point out all states of anxiety and behavior
Explain what to look for in a state of anxiety and can improve it
Use tools for measuring workpieces
Calculate measurements using a scale
Calculate measurements with a caliper
Calculate measurements using a height gauge
Calculate measurements using a micrometer
Calculate measurements using a dial gauge
Use the scoring system
Calculate measurements using a block gauge
Use pressure-sensitive paper to measure the adhesion of distance plates, etc.
Use a plate thickness measuring instrument to measure plate thickness reduction
Measure the forming margin using the scribed circle test
Use tools and jigs proficiently
Use different types of air tools depending on the purpose
Use different grinding wheels for different purposes
Use different jigs and tools for manual cutting and polishing operations
Demonstrate efficient use and handling of different jigs and tools
Reliably perform daily inspection of jigs and tools
Manage jigs and tools
Read and draw diagrams
Read and explain prints and electrical diagrams
Read and explain data diagrams
Read and explain configuration diagrams
Read and explain mold drawings
Effectively participate in the mold drawing review meeting
Draw simple request diagrams for machining
View a data diagram and write out the changes
View a diagram and draw out the changes
Trigonometrically draw the machining request diagram of the modified part by looking at the data diagram
Understand the machining request diagram of the change part by looking at the change diagram
Basic equipment operations
Explain the functions of and operate the Tri-Press
Perform a start-up inspection of the Tri-Press
Respond to any problems that may arise in the Tri-Press
Explain the function of and operate a steel plate bending machine
Properly inspect the steel plate bending machine at the beginning of the day
Effectively respond to problems related to steel plate bending machines when they occur
Explain the function of and operate a steel plate cutting machine
Properly inspect the steel plate cutting machine at the beginning of the day
Effectively respond to problems related to steel plate cutting machines when they occur
Perform work quality checks
Verify measurements of workpiece using a micrometer
Verify measurements of workpiece using a dial gauge
Use the scoring system to determine accuracy of measurements
Verify measurements of workpiece using a block gauge
Use pressure-sensitive paper to measure the adhesion of distance plates, etc.
Use a plate thickness measuring instrument to measure the plate thickness reduction of the workpiece
Measure the forming margin of the workpiece using scribed circle test
Disassembly and assembly work operations
Determine the correct tools to use per job; as listed under Job Function 3
Disassemble and assemble rotary cams and double cams
Conduct a crane inspection at the beginning of the day
Effectively respond to crane related problems when they occur
Effectively respond to hoist-related problems when they occur
Die internal device operations
Repair or replace air cylinders
Repair or replace nitro cylinders
Replace the pipes of the nitrogen gas cylinder
Replace proximity switches and wiring
Explain how the interlock works
Perform replacement, wiring and adjustment of the nitrogen gas pressure monitor
Perform improvements and modifications of in-mold equipment
Perform improvements and modifications of electrical wiring of in-mold equipment
Draw process
Examine the panel and fix the galling area
Examine the panel and fix the cracks
Perform 4S on the outside plate
Track down the source of the defect
Perform outer and inner sliding of inner and outer panel parts
Adjust the distance blocks
Regulate the amount of material flow by adjusting the beads during molding
Correct the surface of the punches on the outer panel
Work panel before and after the surface treatment
Trim process
Adjust clearance of thin products
Adjust clearance for thicker materials
Match the lower die and panel shape
Perform panel shape matching
Adjust the timing of the cutting edge
Adjust the timing of the hole punch
Correct extraction distortions
Perform adjustments to trim process per mold
Slide the putt and the punching die together
Flange Process
Adjust clearance of thin products
Adjust clearance for thicker materials
Match the lower die and panel shape
Perform panel shape matching
Adjust the timing of the curved blade
Correct the shakure (distortion)
Perform adjustments to flange process per mold
Correct the curved blade culling
Adjust putt-press surface contact
Cam flange process
Adjust clearance of thin products
Adjust clearance for thicker materials
Match the lower die and panel shape
Perform panel shape matching
Adjust the timing of the curved blade
Correct wrinkles during the secondary restriking process
Correct distortions during secondary molding
Adjust pad-press surface contact
Perform sudden repair work
Examine the panel and fix the galling area
Examine the panel and fix the cracks
Perform 4S on the outside plate
Track down the source of the defect
Perform outer and inner sliding of inner and outer plate parts
Adjust the distance plate
Regulate the amount of material flow by adjusting the beads during molding
Correct the surface of the punches on the outer plate
Countermeasure die before and after the surface treatment
Adjust clearance of thin products
Adjust clearance for thicker materials
Match the lower die and panel shape
Perform panel shape matching
Improvement and modification
Examine the panel and fix the galling area
Examine the panel and fix the cracks
Perform 4S on the outside panel
Track down the source of the defect
Perform outer and inner sliding of inner and outer plate parts
Adjust the distance plate
Regulate the amount of material flow by adjusting the beads during drawing
Correct the surface of the punches on the outer panel
Countermeasure die before and after the surface treatment
Adjust clearance of thin products
Adjust clearance for thicker materials
Match the lower die and panel shape
Perform panel shape matching
Adjust the timing of the cutting edge
Arc welding operations
Adjust current of the welding machine as needed
Choose the correct welding rod according to job need
Demonstrate satisfactory butt welds
Raise cutting edge and curved edge
Determine the amount of weld to complete the job
Determine coining area for hard contact
Build up the shape of the punch
Weld bead area for gaining control
Make a metal gain area on the outer punch
Alter the shape of equipment and data, etc. during the buildup
Operate a preheating furnace and explain the process of operation
Inspect preheating furnace at the beginning of the day
Effectively respond to preheating furnace problems
Tig welding operations
Adjust current of the welding machine as needed
Choose the correct welding rod according to job need
Demonstrate satisfactory butt welds
Raise cutting edge and curved edge
Build up the shape of the punch
Weld bead area for gaining control
Make a metal gain area on outer punch
Die inspection operations, draw process
Inspect and replace each slide plate
Inspect N2 cylinder hose
Determine plating status
Gauge deformation and wear of die
Inspect bolt tightening state
Verify mold proximity (looseness, breakage, position)
Die inspection operations, post-engineering
Inspect scrap cutters
Inspect bolt tightening state
Inspect upper and lower cutting edge condition (blade chipping, wear, second condition)
Inspect N2 cylinder and hoses
Inspect cams (slide plate, guide bar, forced return, urethane stripper)
Inspect upper plate (wear, deformation)
Inspect Pad (cracks, wear and tear)
Replace the slide plate (due to wear and scuffing)
Inspect double cams, rotating cams. Perform operation check
Inspect inside the lifter (spring, urethane, guide)
Perform sub-lifter operation check
Abnormal treatment, line support
Correct galling
Treat a split / elongation
Treat wrinkles and distortions
Treat panel burrs
Perform a shock line procedure
Treat the recesses by holding down the foreign object
Respond to shortcuts
Deal with scrap clogging and poor flow
Treat burrs and blade chatter
Correct lifter malfunction
Perform heat treatment
Respond to cylinder-related defects
Effectively resolve a cam actuation malfunction
Adjust cam joint level (when not possible to grind or cut on the side of the punch with a simultaneous roof rail)
Perform per-mold procedures
Perform procedures related to in-mold devices
Provide opinions on problems to the line and quality staff
Prevent recurrence of problems
Abnormal treatment, investigation / countermeasures
Perform effective action at the time of equipment failure
Implement corrective measures when the upper die does not fit in at the time of die assembly
Implement corrective measures when the upper part of the mold cannot be separated during mold disassembly
Cross cut operations, general
Explain the principles of cross cutting
Remove pressure-sensitive paper before cross-cutting
Determine the cross-cutting range
Clean cross-cut surfaces with an adhesive roller
Correctly determine pass/fail status of the mold face
Select the appropriate sandpaper for the job
Perform necessary finishing touches
Cross cut operations, tap weld modifications
Correct the tapping out of the area being held down
Use scale to check repair
Select matching wheels
Perform grooving with a blade tool
Accurately determine the extent of the build-up
Adjust the last tri-press
Explain the correct process for making adjustments of tri-press
Grinding operations, drumming out
Identify and mark the extent of the recesses with a sash and scale
Explain tapping procedures and demonstrate the main points of work
Grind out uniformly by standard spacing
Judge the degree of unevenness of a polished part by using a sandpaper and a scale
Grinding operations, weld correction
Select the welding rod according to the material
Use the scale and luminosity to determine and mark the weld area prior to welding
Proficiently use sander and apply it only to the welded area
Finish the job while avoiding high areas
Implement 4S after the mold correction is completed
Electrical correction
Explain the current situation in wiring
Verify the type investigation procedure is well established
Ensure wiring is in good condition before taking action
Explain how to counteract situation
Use the standard wiring diagram
Confirm work with tester
Quality assurance operations
Explain the purpose and criteria for guide plate measurement and adjusting defective parts
Explain the role and criteria of DB and adjust defective parts
Control the conditions of good products against defects such as knots and cracks
Present an evaluation of personal administrative capabilities regarding quality operations
Die operations
Explain all-heat treated steel
Track spare parts
Perform inspection of the mold and maintenance to find defects
Track down the root cause of trim splits
Explain the process of welding hardened steel
Restore damaged, fully tempered steel by pre-heating and post-heating after welding
Lathe operations
Correctly identify the different lathe bits used for different types of workpieces and demonstrate how to change the tips
Select the correct feed and rotation speed according to the workpiece
Demonstrate how to properly drill with a lathe
Cut the thread using a lathe
Measure the size of a hole punch
Perform outside diameter (OD) machining
Perform inside diameter (ID) machining
Process urethane to correct specification
Use a lathe to cut and process workpieces
Turn tapers
Manage tool scrap, chips and drill scrap
Manage lathe operations to complete jobs
Perform cutting along the line of marking
Requisition proper material to complete job
Drill and turn work piece
Explain setup and operation
Correctly machine a groove
Demonstrate proper operation of lathe cutting tools
CNC Processing Machine
Explain the general rules of lockout, heavy objects, operating range, etc.
Demonstrate proficient use of G-code programming
Demonstrate proficient use of M-code programming
Explain function of structure, curved surfaces and PF cutting tools
Explain and demonstrate blade assembly procedures
Demonstrate the ability to operate a machine control panel
Perform manual machining operations (rapid traverse, cutting feed and manual operation)
Conduct MDI operation (ATC, AAC)
Correctly feeding cutters into the magazine
Perform the parallelization and centering (X, Y, Z) procedures
Create data with Work NC
Set the processing origin
Lead meeting about CNC machine
Correctly select a blade tool
Perform startup and machining confirmation
Adjust processing operations
Perform actual processing (thrust and helical)
Process curved surfaces
Explain proper procedure to following case of emergency
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