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MCH225 Surface Grind Mach & Operation

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Covers the setup, applications, and operations of the horizontal spindle/reciprocating table surface grinder to produce parts at extremely close tolerances with improved surface finishes and accuracy. Introduces automatic grinder operations, required setups and operational sequencing, and grinding of angular surfaces on a work piece to print specifications. Covers grinding wheels and abrasives, selecting, balancing, and mounting the grinding wheel, and the methods/machines of surface grinding. This course is also offered as APR 225M; a student who enrolls in this course a second time under either designator will be subject to the course repeat policy. Prerequisites: APR 100M or MCH 100. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)

Credits: 2

Class schedule definitions

Cost:

cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees

Books:

$0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)

Register:

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Class types:

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• In-person: classes take place at specific times and locations. Attendance in person is required.
• Online: classes do not have meeting times. Regular online interaction is required and there are weekly assignments.
• Remote: classes take place at specific times online. Students must be logged in during class meeting times.
• In-person and remote: classes meet both in-person and remotely. Attendance at both is required.
• In-person and online: classes meet in-person with additional online activities required.
• Remote and online: classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.