The Basic Machining lab provides experiential learning exercises in the operation of lathes, mills and drill presses for the manufacture of machine components.   Students learn firsthand that Boring is a material removal process and not a description of a college lecture.   The laboratory is available to student teams for the manufacture of prototypes for IME capstone courses and ME capstone courses.   Undergraduate students use these machines to mentor high school students on US FIRST robotics teams.