Unit 1: Laboratory Safety, Tool and Equipment Use
Duration of Days: 15
OSHA-standard safety protocols for an industrial lab environment.
Nomenclature and function of MIG/TIG welders, mills, lathes, and precision hand tools.
Electrathon America's safety regulations regarding vehicle chassis and driver protection.
Perform "Safety Sprints": Rapid identification and safe operation tests for every major machine.
Execute "Hardware Sizing": Identify and install various automotive fasteners using taps, dies, and torque wrenches.
Conduct initial inspections on preexisting race vehicles to identify winter maintenance needs.
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Safety Credentialing: 100% score on the lab safety exam and a practical "Machine Pass-off" rubric.
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The Hardware Plate: Fabrication of a test plate demonstrating successful drilling, tapping, and bolt-securing techniques.
| Lesson # | Lesson Title | Duration of Days |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Industrial Safety & The Electrathon Standard | 5 |
| 2 | Precision Hardware & Mechanical Fastening | 5 |
| 3 | Heavy Machinery & Fabrication Basics | 5 |