UC Merced Machine Shop Training Courses
**PLEASE READ ALL DISCLAIMERS BEFORE SCHEDULING A TRAINING SESSION**
Our one on one training courses are designed to help teach students and faculty how to safely operate the various machine tools located on the UC Merced campus. Complete training can take 8 to 10 sessions to complete. Upon completing your training you will have access to the Machine Shop spaces anytime during regular operating hours (8am-5pm) and only when Machine Shop Staff are present. Courses are free of charge.
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STRICT DRESS CODE APPLIES: NO TANK TOPS ALLOWED, CLOSED TOED SHOES ONLY, and ALL LONG HAIR MUST BE TIED BACK, NO JEWELRY OF ANY KIND ON ARMS/HANDS/FINGERS WHILE OPERATING MACHINES. Safety glasses are provided, but it is advised to bring your own. If you wear eye glasses, you must wear oversized glasses to cover them or put on side shields.
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Please only book one session per week to allow space for other students! Due to the fluctuating nature of the workload in the Machine Shop, Training Sessions may be canceled or rescheduled by Machine Shop Staff at any time.
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If you CAN NOT make it, please email us ASAP so we can try and fill the slot. Bookings will not allow you to cancel, so please reach out to us so we can cancel or reschedule for you! Failure to show up without prior warning to the machine shop staff will result in your removal from the course for the remainder of the semeser.
Click HERE to book an appointment for a one on one training session with one of the machinists on campus.
