Course Description

When creating fixtures, jigs, and other tooling, toolmakers use a variety of pliers and ratchets. These tools are used to secure, hold, or assemble work pieces either permanently or temporarily.

By the end of this course, you will be able to

• Describe the use of pliers

• List the types of pliers commonly used by toolmakers

• Describe the use of a ratchet wrench

• State the method for switching between tightening and loosening on a ratchet wrench

Estimated completion time (hours): 0.8