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    Jul 26, 2025  
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MFG 127 - Drilling for Quality



2.0 Credits
Covers drilling quality holes in hard metal, aluminum and composites for aerospace and manufacturing purposes. Explains the advantages and disadvantages of using metal versus composites. Defines the safety and tools used in drilling different materials.
Prerequisite MFG 105, MFG 120, and MFG 159 all with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Corequisite MFG 110, MFG 111, MFG 112, and MFG 113.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the cutting tools needed to drill a quality hole in hard metal (steel - simulating titanium).
  2. Complete drilling project using steel.
  3. Explain the cutting tools needed to drill a quality hole in aluminum and how this differs from drilling hard metal.
  4. Complete drilling project using aluminum.
  5. Explain and demonstrate safety when working with aluminum and steel.
  6. Explain the cutting tools needed to drill quality holes in a composite coupon.
  7. Complete drilling project using composite coupon.
  8. Understand and demonstrate safety practices when drilling aluminum, steel, and composite.


Course Typically Offered
Full Year



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