MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

MASSACHUSETTS Vocational Technical TEACHER TESTING Program

SCOPE OF TEST CODE #20 – MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY

WRITTEN EXAM - 100 QUESTIONS

TIME ALLOWED: 3 HOURS

PERCENT OF TEST:

7% Health & Safety

12% Machine Tool Technology Related Mathematics

10% Machine Tool Technology Measurement

- Measurement Devices

- Measurement Process

3% Machine Tool Technology Hand Tools

3% Machine Tool Technology Scientific Principles

5% Machine Technology Blueprints, Sketches and Production

25% Machine Tool Technology Power Tools and Equipment

- Specialized Machine Equipment - Drill Press

- Power Saw - Pedestal Grinder

- Belt Sander - Surface Grinder

- Engine Lathe - Milling Machine

35% Machine Tool Technology CNC Software Program and Codes

THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION IS ALIGNED WITH THE MATCHING MASSACHUSETTS VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL EDUCATOR FRAMEWORKS. SOME QUESTIONS REQUIRE A SYNTHESIS OF KNOWLEDGE BASED ON THIS EXPERIENCE AND MAY NOT BE FOUND IN ANY BOOK. HOWEVER, CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO STUDY FOR THEIR EXAMS BY REVIEWING CURRENT TEXTBOOKS AND REFERENCE MATERIAL WHICH CAN USUALLY BE FOUND IN THE LIBRARIES OF MOST VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOLS AND SCHOOLS WHICH OFFER CHAPTER 74 PROGRAMS.

You may refer to http://www.doe.mass.edu/cte/frameworks for the Massachusetts Vocational Technical Educator Frameworks.

THE FOLLOWING LIST OF REFERENCE MATERIALS WAS DEVELOPED AS A GUIDE

FOR WRITTEN EXAM CANDIDATES:

MACHINERY'S HANDBOOK

Industrial Press

TECHNOLOGY OF MACHINE TOOLS by Krar, Oswald and St. Armand

McGraw-Hill

ADVANCED BLUEPRINT READING FOR MACHINE TRADES

Delmar Publishers, Inc.

FAMILIAR PROBLEMS IN MECHANICAL DRAWING by French and Svenson

McGraw-Hill

http://www.haascnc.com/training/MillProgram_PDF/xmwb.pdf

YOU MAY WANT TO CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY FOR OBTAINING THESE RESOURCES THROUGH THE INTERLIBRARY LOAN PROGRAM.

SCOPE OF TEST CODE #20 - MACHINE TECHNOLOGY

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The written exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions. Each question consists of one incomplete sentence or a questions followed by four choices. Listed below are several sample items:

If a person comes in contact with a live electrical wire, the first thing to do is:

a. immediately separate the person from the wire

* b. shut off the power source

c. cover person with fire blanket

d. go for help

The included angle of an Unified National Form threading tool is:

* a. 60°

b. 59°

c. 14 ½°

d. 30°

* indicates correct answer

THE TEACHER TESTING PROGRAM WILL PROVIDE NON-PROGRAMMABLE CALCULATORS FOR USE IN COMPLETING THE WRITTEN EXAM. DOCUMENTATION REGARDING THESE CALCULATORS WILL BE INCLUDED IN YOUR ADMISSION PACKAGE.

UPDATED: 9/2008

MASSACHUSETTS Vocational Technical TEACHER TESTING Program

SCOPE OF TEST CODE #20 - MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY

PERFORMANCE EXAM

TIME ALLOWED: 5 HOURS

PERCENT OF TEST:

23 % MILING OPERATIONS-TENGTH-WIDTH-HOLES-& SLOTS

- Set up and adjust proper feeds and speeds

- Set up vise and other devices for holding regular and irregular shapes

- Mill to specified tolerances

- Accurately use measurement practices

23 % CNC MILL AND DRILL

- Understanding the Cartesian Co-Ordinate System

- Accurately locate and position drill holes

- Accurately locate and position mill grooves

- Accurately locate all holes and grooves to correct depths

37% LATHE OPERATION-LENGTHS-DIAMETERS-THREAD-CHAMFERS & CONCENTRICITY

- Set up and operate the engine lathe for most basic external operations such as:

- Facing, grooving, turning, and threading

- Use various speeds and feeds

- Accurately use measurement practices

- Demonstrate proper use of tools, eye protection and work attire

12% GRINDING AND PRECISION FINISHING

- Perform surface grinding operations

- Set up work (magnetic chuck)

- Select, true and dress abrasive wheels

- Grind flat, square, and true position to a specific surface finish

- Accurately use measurement practices

5 % SAFETY

- Demonstrate Safety Standards as Outlined by the Massachusetts Vocational Technical Educator Frameworks

The Performance Examination is aligned with the matching Massachusetts Vocational Technical Educator Frameworks. Most exam tasks require a synthesis of knowledge based on vocational technical work experience. As a result we highly recommend that Performance Exam Candidates possess the required years of related work experience as well as the appropriate industry recognized credentials as outlined as requirements for preliminary vocational technical educator licensure. Candidates are also encouraged to prepare for their exams by reviewing current textbooks and reference material which can usually be found in the libraries of most Vocational Technical Schools and Schools which offer Chapter 74 Programs.

*You may refer to http://www.doe.mass.edu/cte/frameworks for the Massachusetts Vocational Technical Educator Frameworks.

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TRADE STANDARD FOR THE MACHINE TRADES:

Work pieces must fall within the specific parameters of geometric shape, actual size, and surface finish that has been predetermined by the blue print, drawing, or verbal directions.

Included in this Industry standard is the safe operation and care of tools and equipment used in the manufacture of work pieces.

Safety concerns in the Machine Trade include all OSHA requirements. The individual must be concerned with both his/her safety as well as the safety of everyone in the shop.

TOOLS CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO BRING:

· Calculator	· Vernier Caliper	· Edgefinder
· 6” Scale (Steel Rule)	· Center Gauge	· Safety Glasses - OSHA Approved
· 0-1 Micrometer	· Threading Tool - 60 Degree	· Last Word Type Indicator
· 1-2 Micrometer	· 1/8" Necking Tool	·
· #3 Center Drill	· Turning Tool and Right Hand Facing Tool

WRITTEN EXAM - 100 QUESTIONS

TIME ALLOWED: 3 HOURS

PERFORMANCE EXAM

TIME ALLOWED: 5 HOURS

MACHINIST HANDBOOK AVAILABLE AT SITE

REGULATION WORK SHOES AND SAFETY GLASSES MUST BE WORN