Advanced Manufacturing
Learning Objects
Dive into Wisc-Online’s rich collection of learning objects — bite-sized, interactive, and designed for real learning. These modular digital tools include animations, drag-and-drop exercises, quizzes, videos, and more. You can explore topics across STEM, arts, humanities, career skills, and beyond. Each learning object is crafted to help learners actively engage with content—reviewing, applying, self-checking—in a way that’s flexible and self-paced.
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Adjustable Parallels
This video will demonstrate using adjustable parallels to measure a part.
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Machine Tool, shop
Angle Turning with a Compound Rest
This video will demonstrate angle turning with a compound rest on an engine lathe.
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Lathe, Machine Tool, shop
Angular Measurement
In this learning activity you'll review angles and different types of angular measuring tools associated with manufacturing.
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angles, angular, how are angles used in manufacturing, measurement, protractors, what are some angle tools
Angular Measurement Review
In this learning activity you'll test your knowledge of angular measurement in this 10-question quiz.
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angular, inspection, measurement, review
Basic Types of Drilling Machines
In this document you'll review basic types of drilling machines.
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cnc, gang, micro, multispindle, radial, upright
Calculating Blank Size for Rolled Sheet Metal (Screencast)
In this interactive object, students read how to calculate the blank size for cylinders in a three-roll pinch roller. A calculator is required for the brief quiz that completes the activity.
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metal, pinch, power, roll, roller, three
Calculating Cutting Speeds for Twist Drills (Screencast)
Students view the formula for determining twist drill speeds in metal.
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calculating, drill, drills, speeds, twist
Calculating Lengths for Tube Bending
The learner reads an explanation of how to determine lengths for tubing and pipe bending and then performs calculations in an interactive exercise. Two methods for determining angle bends are shown. A calculator is required.
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bender, bending, forming, pipe, tube, tubing
Calculating Speeds and Feeds for Milling Machines
This video will walk through how to calculate speeds and feeds for drilling parts on a milling machine.
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Cut speed, Machine Tool, Mill, shop
Calculating Turning Speeds & Feeds
This document is a visual and text description of Calculating Turning Speeds & Feeds on a lathe.
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feeds, lathe, speeds
Calibrating a Depth Micrometer (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll review the steps for calibrating the length of depth micrometer measuring rods.
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adjusting, calibrate, depth, how do I calibrate a micrometer, measuring, micrometer, nut, rods
Changing Gears and Setting the Backlash
In this video, you’ll learn how to make changes to an engine lathe.
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bedways, gear train, gearbox, Gears, headstock, Lathe, Machine Tool
Clothing and Safety Equipment for the Machine Shop
This document lists the safety equipment to be used in the machine shop.
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equipment, googles, safety
Cutting Fluids Types and Uses
In this document you'll review an overview of cutting fluid types and uses.
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cutting, drilling, fluid, fluids
Cutting Slots and Keyseats
In this video, we’ll explore how to cut a keyseat.
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Bridgeport, key seat, keyway, Machine Tool, Mill, Milling Machine
Cutting Speeds & RPM Calculations
In this document you'll review an overview of cutting speeds and RPM calculations.
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drilling
Cutting Tapers Using the Tailstock Offset Method
In this video, you’ll explore how to calculate, setup, and cut a taper using the tailstock offset method.
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cross feed, FVTC, Lathe, Machine tool, Tapers
Cutting Tapers on an Engine Lathe using the Taper Attachment
This video will demonstrate how to cut tapers on an engine lathe using the taper attachment.
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Lathe, Machine Tool, shop
Cutting Tapers using the Taper Attachment
This video will show you how to setup and cut a taper using a taper attachment.
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cross feed, FVTC, Lathe, Machine tool, Tapers
Cycle Time and One-Piece Flow
In a series of three interactive exercises, learners explore the relationship between process cycle time and defect detection, and between process cyle time and smaller batch sizes. The techniques of lean/JIT are applied to achieve the continuous improvement (kaizen) goal of reducing inventory by pursuing one-piece flow.
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batch. batch production, cycle time, decrease inventory, defect, efficiency, JIT, just in time, just-in-time, Lean, less storage, one piece, one-piece, pizza, single unit
Darex Drill Grinder
In this document you'll review the Darex Drill Grinder.
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darex, drill, drilling, grinder
Darex Model SP2000 Drill Sharpening Machine
Learners view step-by-step instructions for how to set up and sharpen a drill bit in the Darex drill grinder, model SP2000.
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bit, bits, darex, drill, drills, grinder, grinding, model, sp2000
Datum Precedence and Degrees of Freedom
Datum precedence is a fundamental principle in the design and manufacture of mechanical parts and assemblies. It refers to the order of importance assigned to different datums, which are specific points, lines, or planes on a part, which are used as references for measurement and geometric tolerances.
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3D, GD&T, Models, Tolerance
Depth Measurement
In this learning activity you'll review a visual overview of depth measurement using the depth micrometer.
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depth, inspection, measurement, micrometer
Depth Micrometer Review
In this interaction the student is presented with 20 questions identifying depth micrometer measurements.
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depth, measurement, micrometer, review
Dial Caliper: Measurements Review
The student is asked to identify measurements on a dial caliper.
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caliper, dial, inspection, measurements, review
Doosan Machine Setup and Operation
This video will walk you through the Setup and operation of the Doosan CNC Turning Center Machine.
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Classroom resources, CNC Turning Center, Control panel, Cutting feeds, Doosan, Educational resources, eLearning, G-code programming, Interactive learning, Learning activities, Machine maintenance, Machine operation, Machine setup, Online learning, Safety procedures, Spindle speeds, Student engagement, Study aids, Tool offsets, Tooling, Turning operations, Workholding, Workpiece offsets
Drill Grinding Procedures - Web Thinning
In this document you'll review drill grinding procedures and web thinning diagrams.
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drill, drilling, grinding, sharpening, thinning, web
Drill Press Setup and Operation
This video will walk through the setup and operation of an upright Drill Press.
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Machine Tool, shop
Drill Press Work Holding Devices
In this document you'll review drill press work-holding devices.
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angle, blocks, clamps, jigs, plates, vise
Electrical Grounding
In this learning module, you'll explore what electrical grounding is, how it works, and some real-world applications.
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chassis ground, earth ground, electrical grounding, electrical grounding examples, electrical safety, ground outlet, ground plug, how does electrical grounding work, what is electrical grounding
Engine Lathe: Basic Components and Operation
In this video, you’ll explore the engine lathe, its basic components, and you’ll learn to operate its machine controls.
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bedways, gearbox, headstock, Lathe, Machine Tool
Facing and Center Drilling Using a Four-Jaw Chuck
In this video, you’ll explore how to set up the chuck, face your part using a left-handed and right-handed tool, center drilling, and facing the part to length.
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center drill, chuck, cross feed, facing, four jaw, FVTC, Lathe, Machine tool, Tapers
Feed Rate Calculations
This content gives the student a text and photo overview of feed rate calculations.
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drills, twist
Files Identification Review
This review assesses the student's ability to use a file.
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file, review
Fixed Gages Review
This interaction tests the student's knowledge of fixed gages.
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fixed, gages, review
FlexArm Operations
After watching this video, you will know the different parts of the FlexArm, how to set it up, and how to operate the FlexArm.
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Drilling, FlexArm, Machine Tool
Following Instructions
The learner will understand the importance of following instructions.
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following instructions, instructions, manufacturing instructions, soft skills
Future-State Mapping
The learner reads an explanation of all of the elements that comprise a future-state map. A map is shown.
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enterprise, future, improvement, lean, management, manufacturing, map, mapping, process, state, stream, value
Gage Block Combinations Review
In this learning activity you'll test your ability to select the proper gage blocks when making a stack.
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blocks, gage, how do I measure with gage blocks, how do I use gage blocks, measurment
Gage Blocks
In this learning activity you'll explore the history behind gage blocks.
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blocks, calibration, gage, how are gage blocks calibrated, how were gage blocks invented, measure, standards, what are gage blocks, wringing
General Machine Safety Considerations
This text document lists 27 safety items to consider in a machine shop.
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machine, safety
General Safety - Ears and Face
In this learning activity you'll review the safety equipment used to protect a worker's face and ears.
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ear, head, machine, safety
General Shop Safety - Hazardous Materials Safety (SDS)
In this learning activity you'll review the hazardous materials safety document which display an example of a SDS or MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet).
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hazardous, materials, msds, safety, SDS
General Shop Safety - Housekeeping
In this learning object you'll view a list of ways to keep the area around the machine shop safe.
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aisles, clean, housekeeping, safety
General Shop Safety - Rigging & Lifting
In this learning activity you'll review rigging and lifting as well as signals for crane movement.
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crane movement, hitch, lifting, machine, rigging, safety
General Shop Safety - Safety Rules
This document provides a list of shop safety rules.
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machine, safety, shop
General Shop Safety Test
This general shop safety test assesses the student's knowledge of acceptable safety practices associated with the machine shop.
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machine, safety, shop
Grinding a Twist Drill
This video will demonstrate proper grinding procedures for grinding a twist drill on a grinder.
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Machine Tool, shop
Haas CNC Vertical Machining Center Operations
Operational overview of the Haas CNC vertical machining center.
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CNC, Haas, Milling
Haas Milling Machine - Setting Offsets
Learn how to set offsets on the Haas CNC Machining Center.
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CNC, Haas, Milling
Hacksaws Identification Review
This review assesses the student's ability to identify a hacksaw correctly.
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benchwork, hacksaw, review
How to Read a Caliper
In this interactive object, learners review how to read a caliper. They then test their skills with eight practice questions.
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Caliper, Centimeter, Classroom resources, Digital caliper, Educational resources, eLearning, English system, Inch, Interactive learning, Learning activities, Measurement tools, Metric system, Micrometer, Millimeter, Online learning, Practice questions, Precision measurement, Reading measurements, Student engagement, Study aids., Thousandth of an inch, Vernier caliper
Hydraulic Cylinder Speed (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine why the piston of a hydraulic cylinder extends slower than it retracts. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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cylinder, ff0002, hydraulic, piston, rod, speed
Indirect Measurement
In this learning activity you'll review a visual overview of indirect measurement.
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calipers, how do I use a caliper, indirect, inspection, measurement, parallels
Indirect Measurement Instruments
The learner will define indirect measurement, identify common indirect measuring tools, and select the proper measuring tool for the situation.
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adjustable parallels, caliper, indirect measurement instruments, inside calipers, outside calipers, planer gages, radius gages, small hole gages, spring calipers, telescoping gages
Indirect Measurement Review
In this interaction the student is presented with 10 questions on indirect measuring devices and their uses.
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indirect, inspection, measurement, review
Inside Measurement
In this learning activity you'll review a visual overview of inside measurement.
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inside, inspection, measurement, micrometer
Kearney & Trecker Mill Operations
This video will walk you through operation of the Kearney & Trecker Milling Machine Operations.
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K and T, K&T, Kearney, Mill, Milling Machine
Lathe - Cutting Tool Shapes
This document is a visual and text description of lathe cutting tool shapes.
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lathes
Lathe - Tapers with Taper Attachment
This document is a visual and text description of using tapers with a taper attachment on a lathe.
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lathes
Lathe Construction - Review
This review tests the student's knowledge of lathe construction.
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quiz, review
Lathe Cutting Speed & RPM Calculations: Review
The student takes a quiz on lathe cutting speeds and RPM calculations.
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quiz
Lathe Cutting Speeds - RPM Calculations
This document is a visual and text description of lathe cutting speeds and RPM calculations.
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Cut speed, lathes, RPM, RPM calculations
Lathe Cutting Tools - Review
The student takes a quiz concerning lathe cutting tools.
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quiz
Lathe Identification & Operations: Review
The student takes a quiz on identification and operations of an engine lathe.
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lathes
Lathe Maintenance - Review
This review tests the student's knowledge of lathe maintenance.
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quiz
Lathe Operations -- Threading on a Lathe: Review
The student takes a quiz concerning lathe operations in chucks.
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lathes
Lathe Operations Between Centers: Review
The student takes a quiz on lathe operations between centers.
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lathes
Lathe Operations in Chucks: Review
This review tests the student's knowledge of lathe operations in chucks.
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lathe, review
Lathe: Left-Hand Thread Cutting
This document is a visual and text description of left-hand thread cutting on a lathe.
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lathes
Lathes - Metric Thread Cutting
This document is a visual and text description of metric thread cutting on a lathe.
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lathe
Lathes - Speed & Feed Setting
This document is a visual and text description of lathe speed and feed settings.
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lathe
Lathes - Tool Holding: Review
The student takes a quiz on lathe tool holding.
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lathe, tools
Lathes: Groove & Thread Relieving
This document is a visual and text description of grooving and thread relieving on a lathe.
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lathe
Lathes: Tapers & Radii
This document is a visual and text description of tapers and radii on a lathe.
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lathe
Lathes: Turning Stainless Steel
This document is a visual and text description of turning stainless steel on a lathe.
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lathe
Lathes: Screw Thread Micrometer
This document is a visual and text description of using a screw thread micrometer with a lathe.
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lathe
Lathes: Three Wire Method for Measuring Screws
This document is a visual and text description of the three-wire method for measuring screws for use with a lathe.
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lathe
Layout Procedures
This document gives the procedures for layout on the surface of material.
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design, layout
Layout Tools and Procedures Review
This interaction allows the student to test their knowledge of layout tools and procedures.
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layout, review, tools
Lean Terminology
The learner will understand the meaning of terms and acronyms commonly used in a lean production system.
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heijunka, hoshin kanri, jidoka, kanban, kraizen, lean manufacturing, muda, mura, muri, poka-yoke, smed, tpm, vsm
Lockout / Tagout
In this learning activity you'll review the information and images on lockout and tagout procedures.
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lockout, safety, tagout
Machine Tool Turning
The learner will understand the basics of machine turning including how a lathe works, the equipment used, and commonly used terms.
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carbide, facing, grooving, lathe, machine tool, machining, profiling, rpm, threading, turning
Material Condition Modifiers
Material condition modifiers may be applied to tolerances for geometric characteristics of features of size. A feature of size is one that can be measured across two opposing points, either internally or externally.
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Dimensions, LMC, Maximum Material Condition, MMC, Regardless Feature Size. Least Material Condition, RFS
Measuring Inside Diameter Using Telescoping Gages
This video shows how to measure the inside diameter of a part using telescoping gages.
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Machine Tool, shop
Measuring a Hole Diameter Using Small Hole Gages
This video shows how to measure a hole diameter of a part using small hole gages.
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Machine Tool, shop
Metric Micrometer Measurements Review
In this learning activity you'll review how to read a metric micrometer and use your knowledge to answer 12 questions.
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how do I read a micrometer, inspection, measurement, metric, micrometer, review, vernier micrometer, what is a micrometer
Metrology - Area of Circles and Volume of Cylinders
In this module we will explore some commonly used formulas for area and volume.
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calculator, diameter, formulas, math, Radius
Micrometer Adjustment
In this document you'll review the micrometer adjustments.
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adjustment, inspection, measurement, micrometer
Micrometer Identification Review
The student identifies micrometer parts.
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id, identification, measurement, micrometer, review
Micrometer Measurements Review
In this interaction the student is presented with 17 questions testing his/her ability to read an inch O.D. micrometer.
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measurement, measurements, micrometer, review
Mounting and Indicating a Vise
In this video, you’ll explore how to use a vise on a Bridgeport mill to securely hold your workpiece.
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Bridgeport, indicator, Machine Tool, Mill, Milling Machine, Vise