- FANUC Certification: Handling Tool Operation and Programming
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FANUC Certification: Handling Tool Operation and Programming is a 24-hour, instructor-led course designed to train students in the fundamentals of operating and programming FANUC industrial robots using the Handling Tool software interface. Targeted toward operator technicians, maintenance personnel, engineers, and entry-level programmers, this course blends classroom lectures with hands-on training to build a strong understanding of robotic control and application. Students will learn to power up and jog the robot, teach frames, execute and modify programs, and troubleshoot basic system errors. The course also covers robot safety, I/O interfacing, program structure, motion types, and path control. Participants will complete both a pretest and a post-test to assess their progress and mastery of the course content. This certification program prepares students for real-world applications in robotic automation environments and is a recognized credential within many advanced manufacturing sectors.
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- Machine Shop Fundamentals
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Machine Shop Fundamentals is a 30-hour hands-on course that introduces students to the essential tools, machines, and practices used in machining. The course begins with critical shop safety protocols, focusing on safe operation of lathes and milling machines. Students will learn to identify and use common hand and machine tools, then progress to operating a lathe—covering setup, parts, cutting operations, and cleaning procedures. Milling instruction includes machine types, basic cutting methods, categories of operations, and care of cutters. The course also covers maintaining accuracy, setting feeds and speeds, and using cutting fluids effectively. With a mix of classroom instruction and guided lab work, students gain practical experience and a solid foundation for further study or entry-level roles in manufacturing. No prior experience is required.
Skills You'll Gain:
- Safe practices for machine shop, mill, and lathe operation
- Identification and use of common machine and hand tools
- Lathe setup, operation, maintenance, and part cleaning
- Milling machine operation, cutting techniques, and care of cutters
- Understanding feeds, speeds, and cutting fluids
- Maintaining accuracy and precision in basic machining tasks
- Introduction to categories of milling operations and machine types
What to Expect:
- 30 hours of combined classroom instruction and hands-on lab work
- Guided use of lathes, milling machines, and common shop tools
- Strong emphasis on safety procedures and proper use of PPE
- All tools, materials, and equipment provided for in-class use
- No prior machining experience required
- Ideal for beginners or those exploring a skilled trade
Build your foundation in machining with this hands-on introductory course. Learn essential shop safety, hand tools, and machine operations including lathes and mills. Perfect for beginners entering the machining or manufacturing trades. Note: No classes the week of November 24, 2025.
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