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Tooling University List of Current Online Training Classes
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Abrasives Department

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
Intro to Abrasives 100 This class defines abrasive processes and explains the major groups of abrasive tools. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Beginner	None
What Is Grinding? 110 This class describes the grinding action, explains how chips are formed, and covers wheel maintenance and safety. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Beginner	None
Grinding Processes 120 This class identifies the major types of grinding operations and explains how they are performed on the machine. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Beginner	None
Grinding Variables 200 This class identifies the most common variables that occur during grinding, with an emphasis on speeds and feeds. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Intermediate	250110 250120
Grinding Wheel Materials 210 This class describes common abrasive and bond materials for grinding wheels, as well as their applications. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate	250100 250110
Grinding Wheel Geometry 220 This class describes the major types of grinding wheels listed in the ANSI standard and explains the relationship between wheel geometry and workpiece shape. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate	250110 250120
Dressing and Truing 230 This class describes the common methods used to balance, true, and dress a standard grinding wheel. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Intermediate	250110

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
History and Definition of CNC 100 This class outlines the origin of today's CNC machines. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Beginner	None
Mechanics of CNC 110 This class describes how parts and tools move in CNC systems. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Beginner	None
Basics of the CNC Turning Center 120 This class describes the basic parts of the turning center as well as the devices used on this machine. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Beginner	None
Basics of the CNC Machining Center 130 This class describes the basic parts of the machining center as well as the devices used on this machine. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Beginner	None
Basics of the CNC Swiss-Type Lathe 135 This class describes the basic components of the Swiss-type lathe, as well as common tooling and machining operations. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Beginner	None
CNC Coordinates 140 This class explains how coordinates are used on CNC machines. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Beginner	None
Part Program 150 This class introduces the major code groups used in a CNC part program. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Beginner	None
CAD/CAM Overview 160 This class describes the general process of using computers to design and manufacture parts and identifies common features available in CAD/CAM software. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	20	Beginner	None
CNC Manual Operations 200 This class describes the control features that allow a CNC operator to execute tasks manually. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Intermediate	300110 300140
CNC Offsets 210 This class identifies the tool adjustments necessary for setting up an accurate CNC operation. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Intermediate	300120 300130 300200
CNC Specs for the Mill 220 This class identifies common specifications of CNC mills and describes the various features and options available on different machines. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	300110 300130 300140
CNC Specs for the Lathe 225 This class identifies common specifications of CNC lathes and describes the various features and options available on different machines. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Intermediate	300110 300120 300140
Creating a Turning Program 280 This class explains the key components in the creation and execution of a simple turning program. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	300150 300210
Turning Calculations 285 This class identifies and explains the common calculations that are necessary to create a turning program. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate	800210 300120 300140
Creating a Milling Program 290 This class explains the key components in the creation and execution of a simple milling program. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate	300150 300210
Milling Calculations 295 This class explains the common calculations necessary to plot the toolpaths for a basic milling program. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	300130 300140 800210
Canned Cycles 310 This class describes the operation of common canned cycles that appear on machining and turning centers. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Advanced	200140 300280

CNC Controls: GE Fanuc Department

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
GE Fanuc Lathe: Control Panel Overview 255 This class describes the various sections of the GE Fanuc 0-C lathe control panel as well as the steps for powering up, powering down, and homing the machine. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	300120 300150 300200 300210
GE Fanuc Lathe: Entering Offsets 265 This class provides step-by-step instructions for adjusting offsets on the GE Fanuc 0-C lathe control during a production run. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	320255
GE Fanuc Lathe: Locating Program Zero 275 This class describes how to determine work offsets and tool geometry offsets on the GE Fanuc 0-C lathe control during setup. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Intermediate	320265
GE Fanuc Lathe: Program Execution 285 This class describes the steps necessary to activate, execute, and restart programs using the GE Fanuc O-C control for the lathe. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Intermediate	320255
GE Fanuc Lathe: Program Storage 315 This class describes common methods for transferring and storing part programs on the GE Fanuc 0-C lathe control. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Advanced	320285
GE Fanuc Lathe: First Part Runs 325 This class describes how to verify the accuracy of a program and make minor editing changes on the GE Fanuc 0-C lathe control. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Advanced	320285 320275

CNC Controls: Haas Department

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
Haas Mill: Control Panel Overview 250 This class describes the various sections of the Haas mill control panel as well as the steps for powering up, powering down, and homing the machine. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	21	Intermediate	300130 300150 300200 300210
Haas Lathe: Control Panel Overview 255 This class describes the various sections of the Haas lathe control panel as well as the steps for powering up, powering down, and homing the machine. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	21	Intermediate	300120 300150 300200 300210
Haas Mill: Entering Offsets 260 This class provides step-by-step instructions for adjusting offsets on the Haas mill during a production run. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	310250
Haas Lathe: Entering Offsets 265 This class provides step-by-step instructions for adjusting offsets on the Haas lathe during a production run. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Intermediate	310255
Haas Mill: Locating Program Zero 270 This class describes how to determine work offsets and tool geometry offsets on the Haas mill during setup. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Intermediate	310260
Haas Lathe: Locating Program Zero 275 This class describes how to determine work offsets and tool geometry offsets on the Haas lathe during setup. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Intermediate	310265
Haas Mill: Program Execution 280 This class describes the steps necessary to activate, execute, and restart programs on the Haas mill. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Intermediate	310250
Haas Lathe: Program Execution 285 This class describes the steps necessary to activate, execute, and restart programs on the Haas lathe. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Intermediate	310255
Haas Mill: Program Storage 310 This class describes common methods for transferring and storing part programs on the Haas mill. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Advanced	310280
Haas Lathe: Program Storage 315 This class describes common methods for transferring and storing part programs on the Haas lathe. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Advanced	310285
Haas Mill: First Part Runs 320 This class describes how to verify the accuracy of a program and make minor editing changes on the Haas mill. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	12	Advanced	310270 310280
Haas Lathe: First Part Runs 325 This class describes how to verify the accuracy of a program and make minor editing changes on the Haas lathe. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	12	Advanced	310285 310275

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
Intro to EDM 100 This class introduces the process, components and machines of electric discharge machining. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Beginner	200110

Electrical Maintenance Department

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
Electrical Units 110 This class describes how electricity flows and explains the basic units used to measure electricity. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	20	Beginner	None
Intro to Circuits 120 This class describes the basic components of an electrical circuit and explains how they are represented in schematic drawings. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Beginner	None
Intro to Magnetism 130 This class covers the fundamental principles of magnetism and explains its relationship to electricity. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Beginner	None
DC Circuit Components 140 This class explains the function and purpose of the various components used in DC circuits. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Beginner	None
Series Circuit Calculations 200 This class covers the formulas and rules for calculating the values of voltage, current, resistance, and power in direct-current series circuits. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Intermediate	550110 550120

Fasteners Department

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
Intro to Assembly 100 This class describes the common assembly methods of mechanical fastening, adhesive bonding, and welding. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Beginner	None
Safety for Assembly 105 This class introduces general safety guidelines for assembly. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Beginner	None
Intro to Fastener Threads 110 This class describes fastener threads and their characteristics, as well as explains different thread standards and classifications. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Beginner	None
Overview of Fasteners 115 This class describes common types of threaded and non-threaded fasteners as well as their components and applications. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Beginner	None
Tools for Threaded Fasteners 120 This class outlines the different types of tools for assembly commonly used with threaded fasteners. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Beginner	None
Overview of Non-Threaded Fasteners 125 This class summarizes the various types of non-threaded fasteners used in assemblies and describes their common applications. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Beginner	None
Intro to Fastener Ergonomics 130 This class introduces ergonomics and discusses the ergonomic concerns associated with assembly. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Beginner	None
Properties for Fasteners 200 This class describes the key properties of steel fasteners as well as common fastener failures that may occur. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Intermediate	700115
Understanding Torque 210 This class explains the importance of torque as well as how torque is derived and applied to bolted joints. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Intermediate	700115 700120
Threaded Fastener Selection 215 This class describes how to select a threaded fastener as well as how to install a bolt and nut combination into a joint. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Intermediate	700115 700120

Inspection Department

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
Basic Measurement 110 This class introduces the basic measuring devices used in the shop. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Beginner	None
Linear Instrument Characteristics 115 This class describes the various characteristics of linear measuring instruments and explains how variation affects the inspection process. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Beginner	None
Basics of the CMM 120 This class identifies the major types and components of the coordinate measuring machine and describes the coordinate system. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Beginner	None
Basics of the Optical Comparator 130 This class explains the principles of optical inspection and describes the optical comparator. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Beginner	None
Surface Measurement 140 This class identifies the different types of surface texture and describes how the surface texture of a part affects its use. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Beginner	None
Overview of Threads 150 This class describes the various parts of a screw thread and how threads are manufactured. It also covers thread standards and tolerances, how threads are inspected, and the various tools used to inspect them. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Beginner	None
Intro to GD&T 200 This class introduces the fundamental concepts of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and describes the main types of tolerances included in the standard. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	20	Intermediate	350110 800130
Calibration Fundamentals 210 This class describes the calibration process and explains how measuring instruments are traced back to national and international standards. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	20	Intermediate	350110 350115
Inspecting with CMMs 220 This class compares the advantages and common uses of various CMM components and software applications. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	350110 350115 350120
Inspecting with Optical Comparators 230 This class compares different types of optical comparators and explains how they work best under different conditions. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate	350115 350130
Hole Inspection 240 This class explains different hole characteristics and describes how specific gages are used for different hole inspection applications. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	20	Intermediate	350110 350115
Thread Inspection 250 This class describes common screw threads, their standards, and the common methods and devices used to inspect them. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate	350110 350150
Hardness Testing 260 This class provides an overview of the most common hardness testing methods and describes how to read hardness ratings. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Intermediate	500120
Measuring System Analysis 300 This class explains the purpose and methods of measuring systems analysis, including measurement variation and gage repeatability and reproducibility studies. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	20	Advanced	350210, 900210
Interpreting GD&T 310 This class explains important rules of GD&T and also describes how common features are specified in GD&T prints. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	20	Advanced	350200

Manual Machining Department

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
Basics of the Manual Mill 110 This class describes the basic components of the manual mill and also describes common workholding devices, cutting tools, and toolholders used on the mill. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Beginner	None
Basics of the Engine Lathe 115 This class describes the basic parts of the engine lathe as well as the cutting tools and workholding devices used on a typical lathe. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Beginner	None
Overview of Manual Mill Setup 200 This class describes the proper setup for a typical mill operation and explains how to determine mill settings, align mill components, and select proper tooling. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Intermediate	150110
Overview of Engine Lathe Setup 205 This class describes the proper setup for a typical lathe operation and explains how to align, adjust, and select the components on the lathe. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate	150115
Manual Mill Operation 220 This class guides you through the machining of a common part on the mill as well as explains common milling operations performed on the mill.Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Intermediate	150205
Engine Lathe Operation 225 This class guides you through the machining of a cylindrical part using inner- and outer-diameter cutting operations as well as explains general principles surrounding each operation. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate	150115 150205
Holemaking on the Mill 230 This class describes how to perform common holemaking operations on the manual mill and explains common principles about each holemaking process. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Intermediate	150200 150220
Threading on the Engine Lathe 235 This class describes the manual lathe components used for threading and explains how to cut and inspect an external and internal thread. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Intermediate	150205 150225

Materials Department

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
Intro to Materials 100 This class identifies the materials used in manufacturing. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Beginner	None
Structure of Metals 110 This class describes the crystal structure of metals and their importance.Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	15	Beginner	None
Mechanical Properties of Metal 120 This class describes some common properties used to distinguish materials.Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	12	Beginner	None
Physical Properties of Metal 130 This class introduces the physical characteristics and abilities of metals.Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	11	Beginner	None
Metal Manufacturing 140 This class walks through the steps of metal manufacturing using steel as the example.Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Beginner	None
Metal Classification 150 This class introduces the AISI-SAE classification for steels.Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Beginner	None
Ferrous Metals and Alloys 210 This class identifies the major categories, properties, and uses of steels and their alloys. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Intermediate	500120 500150
Nonferrous Metals and Alloys 220 This class identifies the major categories, properties, and uses of nonferrous metals and their alloys. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Intermediate	500120
Heat Treatment of Steel 230 This class describes the different steel phases as well as common heat treatment methods for steel. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Intermediate	500110 500210
Plastics 240 This class identifies the major categories, properties, and uses of plastics. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	500100 500110
Ceramics 250 This class identifies the major categories, properties, and uses of ceramics. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	500100 500110

Metal Cutting Department

Class Name	Lessons	Difficulty	Prerequisites
Metal Removal Processes 110 This class describes traditional machining processes such as metal cutting and grinding, as well as various nontraditional methods of machining. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Beginner	None
What is Cutting? 120 This class addresses the fundamentals of chip creation. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	14	Beginner	None
Machines for Metal Cutting 130 This class identifies and describes the common machines used in metal cutting. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	16	Beginner	None
Cutting Processes 140 This class provides a comprehensive overview of the most common metal cutting operations performed in the shop. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	13	Beginner	None
Sawing Fundamentals 155 This class identifies the main types of sawing and introduces basic terminology for saw blade types and materials. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Beginner	None
Intro to Screw Machining 160 This class identifies the common components and operations of the screw machine and compares common screw machine designs. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	18	Beginner	None
Cutting Variables 200 This class describes some of the variables that impact common machining operations. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	17	Intermediate	200140
Cutting Fluids 210 This class identifies the major cutting fluids and their common uses. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate	200120 200140
Band Saw Blade Selection 215 This class compares the various types of band saw blades and identifies the factors that influence blade selection. Enquiries to filmo@filmo.com	19	Intermediate</