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CAM lathe


Course overview

Learn to create a setup for a CNC lathe.  The CNC lathe setup will contain information about stock, coordinate system reference, and the location of the chuck holding the stock.  With a setup in place, you’ll  learn to create digital tools, rough and finish machine a part and validate the toolpaths through simulation.  When toolpaths have been verified, you’ll learn how to generate a setup sheet and export code that can be read by a CNC lathe.

After completing this course, you’ll be able to: 

  • Create a CAM setup for lathe. 
  • Create a lathe tool library. 
  • Create lathe toolpaths. 
  • Simulate and document lathe programs. 

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This course was adapted from an earlier module release of the same name.

  • This course now offers a certificate of completion upon answer 75% of the final test questions correctly.
  • This content was originally authored in January 2024. It was re-released as a course in January 2025.
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