New Pathways: Manual Milling Skills (M1) - NIMS - FF


ID : 16569   

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Emphasis of this course is on the proper setup and operation of Vertical Manual Milling Machines.  The course includes Safety Considerations, Precision Measuring Instruments, Details of Manual Milling Machine Features, and Set Up of Manual Milling Machines.  Accepted Milling Practices are learned, including Milling Tool Selection and Use, Calculation of Surface Speed, Feed Rate and Part Orientation, and Work Holding Requirements.  Detailed instruction is provided in understanding details typically found on engineering drawings of milled components.  Orthographic Projection, Basic Symbols and Notation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing are covered.  Use of calipers and micrometers is reinforced.  Drilling, threading, tapping and reaming skills are utilized.  Use and understanding of the Machinist Handbook is continued.  Completion of course requires the completion of a project part that complies to the tolerancing required on the project engineering drawing and passing associated knowledge test.  This earns the student a NIMS Machining Credential.

The prerequisites for this class are: Job Planning, Benchwork & Layout and Measurement Materials & Safety.

New Pathways
9440 James Madison Highway
Rapidan, VA  22733
Reach the instructor at 540-445-0610.
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Class Details

30 Session(s)
Weekly - Tue, Thu

Location
The Carver Center

Instructor
(to be decided) TBD 

CEUs : 9.6

 

Notice

Please read:  I am enrolling in this class as part of the New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program (WCG). As a condition to receiving this grant, I agree to the following terms and conditions as specified on this: WCG Release Form VA Ready Eligible Program: VA Ready is a non-profit organization supporting Virginians who commit to training for in-demand jobs. If you are domiciled in Virginia and are looking to increase your skill set by earning a credential for an in-demand job in a high growth sector, you may be eligible to become a VA Ready Scholar and receive a on-time $1,000 Credential Achievement Award. Learn more about VA Ready. WCG Release Form VA Ready Eligible Program: VA Ready is a non-profit organization supporting Virginians who commit to training for in-demand jobs. If you are domiciled in Virginia and are looking to increase your skill set by earning a credential for an in-demand job in a high growth sector, you may be eligible to become a VA Ready Scholar and receive a on-time $1,000 Credential Achievement Award. Learn more about VA Ready.

Tuition: 

$2,400.00

Registration Closes On
Monday, January 12, 2026 @ 11:59 PM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
1/13/2026 - 4/23/2026 Weekly - Tue, Thu 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM Rapidan, The Carver Center  Map (to be decided) TBD 

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