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Forming and Shaping Metal: Heating, Cold Forming & Milling (Video). Classroom Video (CVO), 2002. 22 min. No order number is required. ($79.00).
In this video, the three key methods of shaping metal are discussed and demonstrated. The process of forging and drawing using hot forming is followed by an examination of the cold forming techniques of spinning, rolling, flattening, and bending. The last section on milling provides the strongest connection to the curriculum. The video does an excellent job of providing background information using actual examples from industry. A demonstration on the use of Computer Numerically Controlled machines is also included.
Suggested Use: General
Machine Tool Practices. Canadian ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Kibbe, Richard R., et al. Prentice Hall Inc. (PRN), 2004. 776 p. ISBN 0-13-035837-1 ($99.16 hdc.).
(CAN) This is a comprehensive resource that students will find easy to read and understand. Everything from hand tools to dimensional measurement, layout, turning, milling, grinders, and Computer Numerical Control Systems (CNC) is discussed. Each chapter begins with a list of objectives and concludes with a self-test. The book is very well illustrated with black-and-white photographs and drawings. An index and a glossary are also included.
Suggested Use: General
Machining Fundamentals (Print-Non-Fiction). Walker, John R. Goodheart-Willcox Publisher (NEL), 2004. 640 p. ISBN 1-59070-249-2 ($76.50 hdc.).
By combining an attractive layout with colour photographs and an easy-to-read text, the author has produced an excellent resource for machining students. The book is comprehensive in its coverage as it explains the how, why, and when of machining operations, set-ups, and procedures. The advantages and disadvantages of various machining techniques are discussed. Each chapter has learning objectives and key terms in addition to a review. Safety is stressed throughout the book with highlighted sections following each procedure. The many colour photographs, drawings, charts, and tables form an integral part of the book. An index and a glossary are included.
Suggested Use: General; Survey Course - Secondary Level
Modern Metalworking (Print-Non-Fiction). Walker, John R. Goodheart-Willcox Publisher (NEL), 2004. 672 p. ISBN 1-59070-224-7 ($78.50 hdc.).
Similar to other resources written by John Walker, this book offers an excellent introduction to metals and metalworking. The layout is very student friendly, and the text is easy to read. Topics such as safety, drawings, measurement, hand tools, art metal, casting, forging, welding, grinding, drilling, lathes, and nontraditional machining techniques are covered. Numerous photographs, drawings, charts, and tables accompany the text. Each chapter begins with learning objectives and ends with questions for further research. An index and a glossary are included.
Suggested Use: General; Survey Course - Middle Level; Survey Course - Secondary Level
Skills Connect Saskatchewan: Linking Industry and Youth (Video). Saskatchewan Labour Force Development Board (MGR), 2002. 30 min./10 min. Dup. order no. V3093.
(SK) The first part of this program is an upbeat, student-orientated production with the positive message that there are career opportunities for youth at home, in Saskatchewan. The second part is aimed at employers and industry and looks at the challenges and solutions for youth employment.
Suggested Use: Career Opportunities
Other Use: All PAA Curricula
Initiative: Career Development
Workplace Housekeeping (Video). (Safety Care Series). Safetycare Inc. (SCI), 1993. 12 min. No order number is required. ($235.00).
The benefits of good housekeeping in the office and the industrial workplace are stressed in this video. An examination of good and bad practices is given along with tips on how to avoid accidents caused by poor housekeeping.
Suggested Use: Safety
Other Use: All PAA Curricula