Programs

If the mechanics and metal compounds of engine building genuinely interest you, engine block machining is a craft worth pursuing. Automotive machinists are the specialists who resurface decks, bore and hone cylinders, align-bore main bearing housings, and blueprint engines for everything from daily drivers to race builds. It’s precision work utilizing both mechanical theory and hands-on skill. SAM Tech’s Engine Block Machining program is built specifically for students who want to master this trade. The curriculum covers theory, precision measurement, blueprinting, balancing, and real-world shop practice. Those who complete the program leave with the technical foundation to work in production Read More

Cylinder head machining is one of the most technical types of work done in an automotive machine shop. A machinist needs to know engine theory, have the ability to read engineering specifications, and be comfortable working with precision measuring equipment. This work requires an understanding of how valve timing, compression ratio, and airflow interact, not just how to run the machines. SAM Tech’s Block and Cylinder Head Machining certificate program covers both sides of the engine, providing training in block work and head work, giving graduates a complete foundation for production machine shop and performance engine work. In an internal Read More

You can build the most precisely machined engine on the planet but getting it to achieve its full performance potential requires precise tuning. Today, engine tuning requires understanding the functions of the engine control unit (ECU). The ECU includes many different sensors and computer processors which work together to control things like how much fuel enters the cylinders and exactly when the spark plugs fire. When it comes to performance tuning, the ECU is where mechanical knowledge meets real-world horsepower. What Does an ECU Actually Do? An ECU is a dedicated computer that reads data from sensors throughout the engine. Read More

Engine block machining is the process of bringing a worn engine block back to life or fabricating an entirely new one for a high-performance build. It’s where precision measurement, and hands-on problem-solving meet, and right now, it’s one of the most in-demand skill sets in the automotive performance industry. What Is Engine Block Machining? Engine block machining uses specialized equipment to restore, modify, or fabricate the core structure of an internal combustion engine. The block houses the cylinders, crankshaft, and other rotating components, so every surface and bore must meet exact specifications. Even a few thousandths of an inch off Read More