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Walk through practical on-the-job skills in CAM for 2.5 axis milling and turning, needed for precision machining.
Develop skills that open the door to new career opportunities. Learn practical on-the-job skills needed for precision machining, while preparing to complete the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level 1 CAM Standard credential. Learn skills needed to read and understand detailed drawings, replicate 3D models, plan and create CNC toolpaths, and export G-code for final machining. Take the first step in advancing your knowledge of CAD and CAM, using Fusion.
After completing this course, you’ll be able to:
These downloadable resources will be used to complete modules in this course:
Discover what you'll learn in this course and download the software and resources you need.
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Discover what you'll learn in this course and download the software and resources you need.
Simulate and find a collision on the provided CAM program.
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Simulate and find a collision on the provided CAM program.
After completing this module, you'll be able to:
Plan toolpath strategies based on drawings and images of a part. Then, inspect the model’s parameters and identify tool sizes and restrictions.
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Plan toolpath strategies based on drawings and images of a part. Then, inspect the model’s parameters and identify tool sizes and restrictions.
After completing this module, you'll be able to:
Learn how to make parametric sketches and turn them into solid geometry using references from 2D drawings.
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Learn how to make parametric sketches and turn them into solid geometry using references from 2D drawings.
After completing this module, you'll be able to:
Dive into toolpath creation for the mill part modeled in Duty 2.
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Dive into toolpath creation for the mill part modeled in Duty 2.
After completing this module, you'll be able to:
Dive into toolpath creation for the lathe part modeled in Duty 2.
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Dive into toolpath creation for the lathe part modeled in Duty 2.
After completing this module, you'll be able to:
Learn how to create G-code from their toolpaths and make setup sheets need to convey program intent to a CAM operator.
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Create G-code from their toolpaths and make setup sheets need to convey program intent to a CAM operator
After completing this module, you'll be able to:
Explore how to create G-code from their toolpaths and make setup sheets need to convey program intent to a CAM operator.
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Explore how to create G-code from their toolpaths and make setup sheets need to convey program intent to a CAM operator.
After completing this module, you'll be able to:
Challenge exercise
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Now that you've completed the learning material in this course, you can take the challenge exercise to measure your skills on the topics covered in this course. Follow the assignment directions below or download the PDF to follow along at your own pace.
Final test
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Ready to test your knowledge? Pass this required test with a score of 75% or more to complete the course and earn a certificate of completion.