Training/Schedule

Machine Shop Access Policy

Students will need to complete module training in order to obtain required access to the Machine Shop. Training will be provided through modules listed below. The student’s level of training will be indicated on a Machine Shop Badge, which needs to be displayed at all times when in the Machine Shop.

Space in modules is limited and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Shop fee per module is payable through the links below. Mechanical engineering students receive preference over non-mechanical engineering students.

Fall 2026 Shop Module Schedule

You only need to sign up for one module in the area you are interested in. The sections are identical, just offered at different times and dates.

Basic Modules

  • Meets in MEB 1221 w/ the 2650/25655 Labs
  • Basic Training Module is a prerequisite to a Lathe and/or Mill module
  • Sign-up for ONE MODULE via the schedule below for the desired date/time
  • Machine Shop Badge available in the Mechanical Engineering main office upon successful completion of the Basic Training Module
  • Fee $50
Basic Module 002
  • Tuesdays 2:00 – 5:00, September 1, 8 (4 spots available)
Basic Module 003
  • Wednesdays 9:40 – 12:40, September 2, 9 (7 spots available)
Basic Module 004
  • Wednesdays 2:00 – 5:00, September 2, 9 (4 spots available)
Basic Module 005
  • Thursdays 9:10 – 12:10, September 3, 10 (4 spots available)
Basic Module 006
  • Thursdays 2:00 – 5:00, September 3, 10 (4 spots available)

Mill Modules

  • Meets in MEB 1153
  • Basic Training Module certification prerequisite to taking a Mill module
  • Sign-up for ONE MODULE via the schedule below for the desired date/time
  • Machine Shop Badge available in the Mechanical Engineering main office upon successful completion of the module
  • Fee $50
Mill Module 1
  • Mondays 1:30 – 4:30, September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 19, 26 (6 sessions, 6 spots available)
Mill Module 2
  • Mondays 10:00 – 1:00, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 30 (6 sessions, 6 spots available)

Mill Module 3

  • TBD

Lathe Modules

  • Meets in MEB 1153
  • Basic Training Module certification prerequisite to taking a Lathe module
  • Sign-up for ONE MODULE via the schedule below for the desired date/time
  • Machine Shop Badge available in the Mechanical Engineering main office upon successful completion of the Lathe module
  • Fee $50
Lathe Module 1
  • Mondays 10:00 – 1:00, September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 19, 26 (6 sessions, 6 spots available)
Lathe Module 2
  • Mondays 1:30 – 4:30, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 30 (6 sessions, 6 spots available)

Advanced Manufacturing

  • Basic Training Module and Mill Module certification prerequisite to taking advanced manufacturing module
  • Sign-up for ONE MODULE via the schedule below for the desired date/time
  • Machine Shop Badge available in the Mechanical Engineering main office upon successful completion of the module
  • Fee $25
Advanced Manufacturing 1
  • Thursdays 9:00 – 12:00, September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 22, project time by appointment (5 spots)
Advanced Manufacturing 2
  • October 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, project time by appointment (5 spots)