The training program describes the basics of metal removal on machine tools and deals also with cutting tools, cutting material and with the process of chip formation.

Basics
Explanation of the basic definitions and process of metal removal on machine tools.

Cutting Tools
Description of the distinguishing characteristics between different cutting tools.

Cutting Material
Standards and demands on cutting material, survey of various cutting material and indexable inserts.

Procedure
Introduction to the equipment for clamping of tools and workpieces as well as to different types of lubricants and coolants. The execution of the metal removal is being illustrated and practiced by means of working techniques, results and procedures.

Course Objectives
A test of the course objectives supports the remembering of the topics.