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CTE.MPD.B.7.4 (Career Technical Education – Pathways)


Standard Identifier: CTE.MPD.B.7.4
Content Area: Career Technical Education – Pathways
Grade Range: 7-12
Industry Sector: Manufacturing and Product Development
Pathway: Machining and Forming Technologies Pathway

Pathway Standard:
Perform a series of routine boring operations from a set of specifications or a drawing and explain the selection of proper tools (drill, reamer, countersink, spot facer, counter bore, tap, and center drill) for each step of the process.

Performance Indicator:
Research the proper material machinability and tooling recommendations from trade resources such as Machinery's Handbook; choose the correct tool and holder; and calculate the spindle rpm and the feed rate for holes.

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