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NIMS Machining Level 1 Study Guide, 1st Edition

Andrew J. Klein

  • Copyright 2017
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NIMS Machining Level 1 Study Guide 1st Edition by Andrew J. Klein
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Overview

This guide has been developed in partnership with NIMS to aid machining students and working professionals in achieving high levels of success on the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level I certification exams. After receiving technical training, practicing, and demonstrating the competencies, this study guide will help your students determine their level of readiness for the actual NIMS certification exam. The registration process, performance exams, and requirements for the online theory exams are explained. Test-taking strategies are also included. Practice tests, answer keys, and explanations provide the testing candidate insight into the knowledge and skill area being assessed and serve as an extension of the classroom, lab, and on-the-job training previously received. A glossary of terms is also included.

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Andrew J. Klein

Andrew Klein continues to build on 22 years of diverse machining and metalworking experience. He holds dual AAS degrees in machine tool technology and automated manufacturing from Pennsylvania College of Technology, a BS in business administration from Alvernia University, a MEd in career and technical education from Temple University, and a vocational education II teaching certification in Pennsylvania. He has earned all of the Level I NIMS machining certifications, the NIMS Level II EDM certification, and journey person tool and die certification through the State of Pennsylvania. Andrew was the recipient of the 2012 ACTE/NIOSH national lab safety award.

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  • NIMS has endorsed this study guide.
  • Practice questions are aligned with the NIMS certification exams.
  • Correct answers as well as explanations for each question are provided.
  • Explanation of the registration and exam process is included.
  • Author of experience as he has earned all of the Level I NIMS machining certifications.
  • Numerous blank perforated answer sheets provided.

Table of Contents

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Preface.
1. Introduction to NIMS.
About NIMS. NIMS Level I Machining Certifications. NIMS Certification Process. Utilizing the Practice Tests. Test-Taking Strategies.
2. Measurement, Materials, and Safety Certification.
Practice Theory Exam – Measurement, Materials, and Safety. Answer Key. Practice Theory Exam Explanations.
3. Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout Certification.
Practice Theory Exam – Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout. Answer Key. Practice Theory Exam Explanations.
4. Drill Press Certification.
Practice Theory Exam – Drill Press. Answer Key. Practice Theory Exam Explanations.
5. Manual Milling Certification.
Practice Theory Exam – Manual Milling. Answer Key. Practice Theory Exam Explanations.
6. Turning Operations Certifications.
Practice Theory Exam – Turning Chucking/Between Centers. Answer Key. Practice Theory Exam Explanations.
7. Grinding Skills Certification.
Practice Theory Exam – Grinding Skills. Answer Key. Practice Theory Exam Explanations.
8. CNC Milling Certifications.
Practice Theory Exam – CNC Milling Operations/CNC Milling Programming, Setup, and Operations. Answer Key. Practice Theory Exam Explanations.
9. CNC Turning Certifications.
Practice Theory Exam – CNC Turning Operations/CNC Turning Programming, Setup, and Operations. Answer Key. Practice Theory Exam Explanations.
Answer Sheets.
Glossary.
Index.

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  • ISBN-10: 0357644689
  • ISBN-13: 9780357644683
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