In this interactive object, learners read the common abbreviations used in engineering drawings and then test their knowledge in three short exercises.

2D and 3D views used to help convey information from a drafter or designer to the welder are provided. This activity will focus on a holder. A short quiz to test your ability to correctly read this information follows.

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In this interactive object, learners practice their 3D visualization skills by identifying the correct isometric view of an object. Front, side, and top orthographic views are shown.

In this interactive object, learners examine sectional views used in engineering drawings. The sections shown are full, half, offset, aligned, revolved, and broken-out. Learners match drawings of sectional views with the names of the views.

In this interactive object, learners examine the five problem-solving steps of Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control. Some of the most common measures and tools are listed for each step.

In this learning activity you'll review angles and different types of angular measuring tools associated with manufacturing.

The learner will define indirect measurement, identify common indirect measuring tools, and select the proper measuring tool for the situation.

This learning object gives instructors an opportunity to review the definitions of formative and summative assessment and list examples of the evaluations they use. In a drag and drop exercise, they classify a variety of assessment tools as either formative or summative.

Students read about the Federal Reserve System's structure and goals and the tools it uses to control the flow of money and credit in the economy. At the end of this activity, learners are asked to write how they would solve specific economic problems if they served on the Fed's Board of Governors.

In this document you'll review photos of different types of drilling tools.

The learner will use the ANSI Insert Identification System to identify and select carbide tools.

The student takes a quiz on lathe tool holding.

In this screencast we are introduced to the lab equipment used to contain and dispense chemicals.