Learn the Basics of CNC & CAM
We’ve had a surge in requests lately to consult or help with CNC training. Being a small team, we don’t have the resources as well as in-person training is… not advised currently (dang COVID). The next best thing? We’re going to teach an online course on:
Learning the Basics of CNC & CAM
Some of the topics we’ll cover:
✔︎ What is CNC?
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Definitions, industry overview, and machine types
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Getting going on “G-Code”
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Putting G-Code to work and “Controllers”
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and a “shop basics” tour!
✔︎ CAM Basics
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The world of Computer-Aided Machining
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Breaking into the software: Fusion 360 and Vectric (VCarve)
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and a special “parametric functions” overview!
✔︎ CNC Tools
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Types of tooling
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Choosing the right tool for the job
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Feeds & Speeds
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and a sneak peek on “how I keep track of my tools”
✔︎ Toolholders
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What is “tool holding, ER, BT, CAT, oh my!
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Why torque is important.
✔︎ Workholding applications, benefits and uses
✔︎ Setting up your first project, from soup to nuts,(or CAD file to G-Code file).
More to come, this is the initial course outline.
The Course has Launched
The platform we chose has a great experience for both instructor (us) and student (you?) where you can learn at your own pace and you retain access to course material – forever.
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