Lathe Basics Class | Feb. 17-19

Morris Tech Center - 9495 Winnetka Avenue North, Suite 100 Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
Hands-on foundational training for operators and programmers new to Okuma or CNC machining.

This 3-day course introduces the fundamental concepts and operations of Okuma CNC lathe machines. Participants will gain hands-on experience with machine components, control navigation, basic programming, and safe operating practices.

Class Schedule

Day 1: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Day 2: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Day 3: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Lunch is provided on Days 2 and 3

Learning Objectives:

  • Navigate the Okuma OSP control interface.

  • Understand and apply basic G-code and M-code commands.

  • Set up tools and work offsets.

  • Load and run basic CNC programs safely. 

  • Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance checks.

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Daily Schedule

Day 1: Introduction

  • Overview of 2 Axis Lathe

    • Controller overview

    • Screen navigation

    • Button functions

  • Machine Overview

    • Oil and grease locations

    • Startup and shutdown procedures

    • Coolant system

    • Daily checks

Day 2: Programming & Hands-On Machine

  • Continued controller overview

  • Introduction to G-code and M-code

    • Most common G & M codes

    • Program format

    • Best practices for programming

  • Loading programs into the controller

  • Machine operation

    • How to move the machine

    • Tool loading procedures 

    • Manual and MDI operation

Day 3: Machine & Tool Setup

  • Navigation of menus and screens

  • Tool setup and tool offsets

    • Manual and probe tool offset methods

    • Tool offset storage

  • Work holding methods and work offset setup

    • Manual and probe work offset methods

    • Work offset storage

  • Running programs

    • Preparing to run a program

    • Running in machine lock

    • Best practices for running programs

  • Q&A and review