Fall 2026
Basic Lathe
Instructor: Dale Mirabella
Email: fmirabella@lamarpa.edu
Phone: (409) 984-6596
Office Hours: M - W 4:00 - 4:30 PM T - Th 9:00 - 10:30 and 2:30 - 4:30 PM
Lathe: A machine tool used to produce cylindrical parts by moving a cutting tool across the surface of a rotating piece of material. An introduction to the common types of lathes. Emphasis on safety, basic parts of the lathe, nomenclature, lathe operations, machine mathematics, blueprint reading, and theory.
ISBN: 978-1-337-79530-2
Precision Machining Technology
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After completing this unit, the student should be able to:
Explain the principal operation of a lathe
Identify and explain the functions of the parts of the lathe
Explain how lathe size is specified
Identify lathe components and controls and explain their functions.
Demonstrate safe lathe operation using proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and shop safety procedures.
Set up a workpiece correctly using chucks, centers, and other work-holding devices.
Select and install cutting tools appropriate for the material and machining operation.
Calculate and set spindle speeds and feed rates for basic turning operations.
Perform basic lathe operations, including:
Measure machined parts accurately using precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
Produce parts within specified tolerances according to engineering drawings or job specifications.
Maintain equipment and work areas following standard shop practices.
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December 7, 2026 - 6:00 AM Through December 9, 2026 - 6:00 PM
90 - 100 = A
80 - 89 = B
75 - 79 = C
60-74=0
59 - & Below= F
Quiz= 15%
Test = 20%
Final Exam= 30%
Assignments= 20%
Attendance = 20%
As class attendance is crucial to making a passing grade, after 5, 7, & 9 class periods have been missed; a letter grade will be dropped after each and after 11 missed class days a failure will be recorded for the overall grade. After the class period begins, you will be counted tardy unless there is a recognized excuse.
Sleeping in class will be discussed in an after class meeting with me. Class absences can also have recognized excuses, with each being handled on a one on one basis with your instructor.
Do not forget that attendance is 20% of your grade
Student Success
Success is not given; It's Earned !!! Expect to spend at least twice as many hours outside the class as you do in class studying content. Additional time will be required for written assignments, which MUST be correct grammar and spelling, using complete sentences when necessary. Technical terms shall be re-quired to be familiar with by the end of studies. Successful completion of this program requires a combination of the following:
• Attending class in person
• Completing assignments, projects, labs
• Participating in class activities and discussions
• Reading your textbook material
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No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
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