I mean no disrespect at all here.....
I would say if anyone wants to teach machining, please think about working in the field for a bit.
In my opinion, machining isn't something that is just a technical theory that can be learned by reading a book.
There are so many variables that you learn through experience and time.
When I was getting my Bachelor's in Mangement an instructor told me once that a good Manager is 50% education and 50% experience. There are just things you cannot teach.
I believe this to be very true for machining.
I worked with a guy that taught CNC Programming for 10 years. When he came into a Job Shop environment he struggled for about 2 years to get up to pace with the shop.
He knew programming like the back of his hand, but had problems with application.
Mike in MN
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