Lines are one-dimensional geometric shapes composed of a set of continuous points that extend infinitely in either direction. This course explores the properties of lines.Learning ObjectivesDefine ...
The term poly means many or much. A polygon is a figure with many sides. This course explores the properties of polygons.Learning ObjectivesDefine the term polygon
Describe interior and exterior...
Triangles are polygons that have three sides. You probably see triangles every day in architecture or other areas of life. This course covers the properties of triangles, including right triangles....
A quadrilateral is a polygon with four straight sides. This course introduces quadrilaterals, including the parallelogram, kite, and trapezoid.Learning ObjectivesIdentify quadrilaterals
List the...
You see circles every day, from the tires on your car, to the rim of your coffee mug. This course covers circles, including how to calculate the area of a circle.Learning ObjectivesDefine a ...
The objects that you interact with each day are three dimensional – they have length, width, and height. In this course, you will learn about three-dimensional shapes and their properties.Learning ...
Coordinate geometry uses a Cartesian coordinate system to analyze shapes such as lines or circles. In this course, you will work with a two-dimensional coordinate system.Learning ...
Geometric transformations change the size, orientation, or location of shapes. In this course, you will explore geometric transformations.Learning ObjectivesUnderstand transformations, including ...
Files, hand reamers, and lapping tools are used to shape materials. The shapes created with these tools include flat surfaces, curved surfaces, and precision holes. Each tool requires knowledge of ...
When creating tooling, a toolmaker must sometimes assemble component parts. When doing this, the toolmaker will often use hammers, punches, and chisels of various types.Learning ObjectivesDescribe ...
When creating fixtures, jigs, and other tooling, toolmakers use a variety of pliers and ratchets. These tools are used to secure, hold, or assemble work pieces either permanently or temporarily....
An important part of creating tooling is defining patterns and the locations of holes for cutting and drilling. Toolmakers use optical center finders and scribes in combination with templates when ...
A hydraulic system uses liquid to transmit power. It is designed to create the energy required in the fluid to make the entire system operate.
Learning Objectives
Understand fluid power
...
Hydraulics is based on physics. As a result, it is crucial that you understand the theoretical concepts and fundamental laws applicable to hydraulics. Parameters to control include force, speed, ...
Hydraulic fluid plays an important role in a hydraulic system. Without hydraulic fluid, the service life of other components would be much shorter. Learning Objectives
Identify the functions...
Hydraulic systems use fluid power to perform work. A simple hydraulic system consists of several common components, including a tank, pump, filter, heat exchanger, accumulator, valve, and actuator....
An actuator transforms hydraulic energy into mechanical energy so that work can be performed. An actuator may be in the form of a cylinder or motor.Learning ObjectivesExplain the purpose of a ...
A hydraulic valve regulates and controls the hydraulic system’s fluid. Valves are classified based on the power to be transmitted, their function, the control, and their design. In this chapter, ...
Piping and tubing transport hydraulic energy throughout the circuit of a hydraulic system. This piping may be flexible or rigid. When flexible or rigid piping are not the best solution, connection ...
In this course, you will discover the symbols used in hydraulic systems. You will also learn about basic hydraulic and electrohydraulic circuits and their applications.Learning ObjectivesIdentify ...
Lean principles are designed to help an organization achieve process perfection. The foundation of lean principles are employee involvement, adding the maximum value, and the elimination of waste. ...
In this course, you will learn about the history of lean manufacturing. You will discover how the contributions of Henry Ford, Taiichi Ohno, and Shigeo Shingo worked together to form what is today ...
A disorganized work area not only makes it hard to find items, but it makes working effectively and efficiently difficult as well. In this course, you will learn about the importance of workplace ...
In this course, you will learn about the process of Sort. Sort involves getting rid of unnecessary items and general clutter in the work area. Sort helps ensure that only necessary items remain in ...
In this course, you will learn about Straighten. Straighten is a method for organizing the workplace to reduce wasted steps, motion, and time. You will explore techniques designed to help you store...
In this course, you will learn to Shine. Shine is maintaining order through cleaning. Daily cleaning routines are established to maintain a clean and tidy working environment. You will explore ...
In this course, you will learn about standardizing the Sort, Straighten, and Shine activities. You will also discover basic guidance on how to keep the 5S effort active in your organization....
The last step of 5S, Sustain, is considered the most difficult step of the 5S process. Sustain is defined as the training and discipline needed to maintain 5S. In this course, you will learn why ...
If you are wondering how to identify your life goals, then you have come to the right course. In this course, you will evaluate whether you are currently spending your time on important or trivial ...
Have you ever thought about the journey your smart phone took from the manufacturer to your hands? After it was manufactured, it then it went through a detailed logistics process.Logistics is way ...
Today, technology and logistics are deeply intertwined. Updated IT systems ensure the flow of products and data. Trade and product sales would sink without the right technology. In this course you ...
Inventory is the result of tons of planning and processes. Too much inventory is always bad for the company. In this course you will discover the real meaning of inventory.Learning ...
When you think about logistics, you think about moving. This course focuses on some great strategies for getting finished products from one point to another, whether it is a retail store or the ...
There are three things you must be aware of in the world of logistics: safety, quality and the environment. Companies must develop programs and policies to make sure that no one gets hurt and that...
Do you think you have got what it takes to be a winner in logistics? To make sure products are transported safely from the manufacturer’s door to the customer’s door? It takes many great minds to ...
The world of logistics is like its own ecosystem. Teams, roles and processes are tightly connected and dependent upon one another within companies and industries.Learning ObjectivesIdentify teams ...
The term machining includes several metalworking processes. In this course,
you will receive a brief overview of these machining processes. You will also learn about
several practices that can ...
In this course, you will learn about the metalworking processes of
milling and drilling. You will discover the equipment and general steps required
for milling and drilling. You will also find ...
In this course, you will learn about the machining processes of turning
and boring. You will discover the equipment needed for turning and boring and
also find out how the processes differ. You ...
In this course, you will learn about grinding. You will discover the
equipment needed and get an overview of the grinding process. You will also find
out the type of products you can create by ...
