At the end of this lesson, you will be able to identify the basic control systems and machining methods used on a vertical milling machine and explain the basic operations necessary to manufacture replacement or repair parts used in various types of equipment. • Identify the function of the vertical milling machine’s operational controls • Explain how workpieces and cutting tools may be precision located through coordinate measuring • Explain how to square a workpiece on a vertical milling machine • Describe the use of the holding and clamping tools • Explain how to determine suitable speeds and feeds for various: – Cutting tools – Operations – Workpiece materials • Describe the use of each of the following cutting tools: • End mills
