Manufacturing Training

This module builds from generic shop fundamentals to FRC-specific fabrication, then to advanced, independent manufacturing work and finally program leadership. Levels 1-2 are self-guided: safety certification, tool proficiency, and basic machining are meant to be picked up through study, practice, and everyday shop involvement. Levels 3-4 shift toward mentor-reviewed project work, since evaluating precision machining and leadership requires more than a checklist.

Module Overview

Level Prerequisites

graph TD
    L1["Level 1: Shop Safety & Fabrication Basics"]
    L1 --> L2["Level 2: Power Tools, Machining & Digital Fabrication"]
    L2 --> L3["Level 3: Advanced Machining & Fixtures"]
    L3 --> L4["Level 4: Manufacturing Leadership"]
    EXT1["Mechanical Level 1"]
    EXT2["CAD Level 2"]
    EXT3["Mechanical Level 2"]
    EXT4["Project Management Level 2"]
    EXT5["CAD Level 3"]
    EXT1 --> L2
    EXT2 --> L3
    EXT3 --> L3
    EXT4 --> L4
    EXT5 --> L4

Resources

• FIRST/FTC Safety Manual
• FIRST Manufacturing Worksheet
• FRC Zero -- Machining & Fabrication
• Team 2471 (Mean Machine): Machinery Use and Certification