Mechanical Hand Skills (MHSX)

Please note the registration deadline of 1/18/27.

MHSX is designed to develop trainees’ proficiency in the safe and effective use of hand tools through practical, hands-on shop exercises. Training also focuses on precision measurement, fastener selection and management, shaft alignment, and basic fabrication and repair techniques.

Approximately 85% of the course is dedicated to hands-on workshop training, allowing trainees to apply mechanical skills in realistic, task-focused exercises.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, trainees will be able to:

Hand Tool Safety and Use

• Safely and effectively use files, hacksaws, and hand drills.
• Perform drilling and tapping operations to specified requirements.
• Set up and operate a drill press in accordance with industry standards.
• Execute keying and broaching procedures with accuracy and precision.
• Properly use center punches and hammers for layout and fabrication tasks.
• Perform project layout and marking using dividers, scribes, scales, and related layout tools.

Precision Measurement

• Accurately read and use analog vernier calipers and micrometers to obtain precise measurements.
• Utilize precision height gauges for measurement, inspection, and layout applications.
• Operate dial indicators to perform dimensional verification tasks.
• Use feeler gauges and precision straight edges to assess clearances, flatness, and alignment of components and assemblies.

Fastener Selection and Application

• Identify and distinguish between American Standard (SAE) and Metric fasteners.
• Select the appropriate drill sizes and taps for threaded fastener applications.
• Evaluate fastener grades and specifications to determine proper selection for specific operational requirements.

Shaft Alignment Practices

• Explain the importance of proper shaft alignment and its impact on equipment performance, reliability, and service life.
• Differentiate between shaft alignment methods and understand the accuracy and limitations of various alignment techniques.
• Perform basic shaft alignment using shims, straight edges, and feeler gauges to achieve acceptable alignment tolerances.

Basic Fabrication and Repair Techniques

• Design and fabricate basic metal components using established measurement, layout, machining, and assembly techniques.
• Apply previously acquired competencies to complete fabrication and repair tasks in accordance with specified requirements and industry best practices.
• Inspect completed components to verify dimensional accuracy, functionality, and workmanship standards.

This training is part of The Talent Campus Michelin maintenance program.