~161 min · 150 questions
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Written to NIMS/ANSI 101-2001 and the published content of the NIMS machining theory exams. These questions cover the written half only: NIMS lists 24 separate machining credentials as of October 2026, question counts vary by credential, and every one except Measurement, Materials, and Safety also requires a hands-on performance evaluation. Confirm allowed references and time limits with your proctor.
Chapters:
0:00:00 Intro
0:00:26 Shop Safety & Machine Maintenance (Q1-17)
0:18:04 Materials & Heat Treatment (Q18-34)
0:37:30 Precision Measurement & Part Inspection (Q35-51)
0:56:16 Job Planning, Benchwork & Layout (Q52-68)
1:14:52 Surface Grinding & Drill Press (Q69-83)
1:28:22 Cutting Theory & Tooling (Q84-100)
1:46:18 Turning & Milling Setup (Q101-117)
2:04:24 Print Reading & GD&T (Q118-134)
2:24:12 CNC Programming & Setup (Q135-150)