NIMS Machining EXAM STUDY GUIDE
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The safest way to remove chips from a lathe or milling machine is to use a: -
ANSWER Brush
Small chips left on the spindle nose of the lathe should be cleaned to avoid: -
ANSWER Run out on work holding devices
Grease guns are used to insert grease into: - ANSWER Zerk fittings on machine
tools
To lubricate the ways of a lathe, the gibs of a mill, or the cross slide of a grinder: -
ANSWER Use lubricant found in central lubricating systems ("one shots")
If a vertical mill table is loose and has side play, the best solution to alleviate side
play is to: - ANSWER Tighten the taper gib adjustment
A machinist wants to find the proper type of lubrication, schedule and
recommended maintenance practices for the headstock of a lathe. The best source
to find this information is: - ANSWER Preventative maintenance schedule and
machine manual
, General maintenance information for machine tools and machine work area can be
found: - ANSWER In a general maintenance manual
Pinning refers to: - ANSWER Loading the file with metal chips
Files should be stored: - ANSWER In a toolbox separated from each other
The best way to clean the chips out of a file is to use: - ANSWER Chalk
What is the most common injury that may occur during a filing operation? -
ANSWER Being stabbed with the tang (file without a handle)
What is essential knowledge for turning safety? - Basic personal protective
equipment needed to operate a lathe safely.
Why is understanding lathe controls important? - It enables the machinist to utilize
the lathe efficiently and safely.
What is single point threading? - A fundamental skill set needed to operate a lathe,
involving knowledge of thread angles and proper alignment of the threading tool.
What should a machinist know about fits and allowances? - Definitions of fit and
allowance, types of fits, and how to reference the Machinery's Handbook.
What is important when choosing measuring instruments? - The accuracy,
reliability, and application of the measuring instrument.
, What is the role of the Task List in exam preparation? - It describes competencies
for each area associated with the credentialing exam.
What should machinists do after reviewing the sample exam? - Identify areas
where they need additional study.
What is the significance of validating exam questions? - To ensure they accurately
assess the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level machinists.
What is the effect of having the lathe tool above or below center? - It can affect
the quality and accuracy of the turning operation.
What is a critical aspect of chip control in lathe operations? - Safe installation of
chucks and collets, as well as chip removal.
What is the importance of reading questions carefully during the exam? - To
ensure understanding and avoid errors in computation or interpretation.
What should machinists do if they encounter rejected questions during validation?
- Rewrite or discard them altogether.
What is the purpose of the sample exam in the preparation guide? - To familiarize
machinists with the subject matter and question types.
What is the relationship between the Task List and sample exam questions? - Each
question on the sample exam is linked to a particular task or set of tasks found in
the Task List.
, What is a common error that can lead to incorrect answers on the exam? - An error
in computation or misunderstanding of the question.
What is the significance of the credentialing exam content overview? - It provides
a summary description of the content covered by the actual exam.
What must a machinist know about measuring instruments? - A machinist must
know how to read measuring instruments properly, including depth micrometers,
outside micrometers, and dial indicators.
What is the importance of process control in machining? - Process control
techniques result in quality parts and customer satisfaction.
What are some basic process control techniques? - Inspection sheets, Pareto
charts, capability studies, and X bar/R charts.
What is the most common method of process control? - Statistical process control
(SPC) utilizing the X bar/R chart.
The most important factor in selecting measuring tools for inspection is: -
ANSWER Tolerancing of dimensions to inspect
Sampling plans contribute to a quality control process by: - ANSWER Providing
an acceptable representation of all the parts produced
What feature of a thread is checked with a thread micrometer? - ANSWER Pitch
diameter
Dial bore gages are used to measure: - ANSWER Holes
2026/2027 COMPLETE QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS ||
100% GUARANTEED PASS
<NEWEST VERSION>
The safest way to remove chips from a lathe or milling machine is to use a: -
ANSWER Brush
Small chips left on the spindle nose of the lathe should be cleaned to avoid: -
ANSWER Run out on work holding devices
Grease guns are used to insert grease into: - ANSWER Zerk fittings on machine
tools
To lubricate the ways of a lathe, the gibs of a mill, or the cross slide of a grinder: -
ANSWER Use lubricant found in central lubricating systems ("one shots")
If a vertical mill table is loose and has side play, the best solution to alleviate side
play is to: - ANSWER Tighten the taper gib adjustment
A machinist wants to find the proper type of lubrication, schedule and
recommended maintenance practices for the headstock of a lathe. The best source
to find this information is: - ANSWER Preventative maintenance schedule and
machine manual
, General maintenance information for machine tools and machine work area can be
found: - ANSWER In a general maintenance manual
Pinning refers to: - ANSWER Loading the file with metal chips
Files should be stored: - ANSWER In a toolbox separated from each other
The best way to clean the chips out of a file is to use: - ANSWER Chalk
What is the most common injury that may occur during a filing operation? -
ANSWER Being stabbed with the tang (file without a handle)
What is essential knowledge for turning safety? - Basic personal protective
equipment needed to operate a lathe safely.
Why is understanding lathe controls important? - It enables the machinist to utilize
the lathe efficiently and safely.
What is single point threading? - A fundamental skill set needed to operate a lathe,
involving knowledge of thread angles and proper alignment of the threading tool.
What should a machinist know about fits and allowances? - Definitions of fit and
allowance, types of fits, and how to reference the Machinery's Handbook.
What is important when choosing measuring instruments? - The accuracy,
reliability, and application of the measuring instrument.
, What is the role of the Task List in exam preparation? - It describes competencies
for each area associated with the credentialing exam.
What should machinists do after reviewing the sample exam? - Identify areas
where they need additional study.
What is the significance of validating exam questions? - To ensure they accurately
assess the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level machinists.
What is the effect of having the lathe tool above or below center? - It can affect
the quality and accuracy of the turning operation.
What is a critical aspect of chip control in lathe operations? - Safe installation of
chucks and collets, as well as chip removal.
What is the importance of reading questions carefully during the exam? - To
ensure understanding and avoid errors in computation or interpretation.
What should machinists do if they encounter rejected questions during validation?
- Rewrite or discard them altogether.
What is the purpose of the sample exam in the preparation guide? - To familiarize
machinists with the subject matter and question types.
What is the relationship between the Task List and sample exam questions? - Each
question on the sample exam is linked to a particular task or set of tasks found in
the Task List.
, What is a common error that can lead to incorrect answers on the exam? - An error
in computation or misunderstanding of the question.
What is the significance of the credentialing exam content overview? - It provides
a summary description of the content covered by the actual exam.
What must a machinist know about measuring instruments? - A machinist must
know how to read measuring instruments properly, including depth micrometers,
outside micrometers, and dial indicators.
What is the importance of process control in machining? - Process control
techniques result in quality parts and customer satisfaction.
What are some basic process control techniques? - Inspection sheets, Pareto
charts, capability studies, and X bar/R charts.
What is the most common method of process control? - Statistical process control
(SPC) utilizing the X bar/R chart.
The most important factor in selecting measuring tools for inspection is: -
ANSWER Tolerancing of dimensions to inspect
Sampling plans contribute to a quality control process by: - ANSWER Providing
an acceptable representation of all the parts produced
What feature of a thread is checked with a thread micrometer? - ANSWER Pitch
diameter
Dial bore gages are used to measure: - ANSWER Holes
