Limited-time Pricing Unlock the Potential of your CNC Router Dive into CNC routing with PDX CNC's unique training course, blending an online introduction to Fusion CAD with an in-person class focused on CNC routing and manufacturing techniques. Designed for both beginners and those looking to improve their skills, this course will boost your understanding of CAD/CAM processes, ensuring you're equipped to bring your most ambitious projects to life. 🦄 Be a Rare Dual Threat:Program in Fusion and operate your CNC with the best. Visit PDX CNC's shop, in person, to learn our best practices. With our CNC routing and CAD/CAM experience, we will provide insights, tips, and tricks you can’t learn elsewhere. Training Events What You'll Learn Online Fusion CAD Introduction Before stepping into the workshop, you'll gain a solid foundation in Fusion CAD, exploring everything from basic sketches and components to modeling techniques like extrusion, lofting, and boolean operations. You'll learn to import drawings and files, add parameters, and much more, all through engaging online content. 🖥️ Click for Fusion CAD Introduction Outline Understanding Fusion's Workspace How Fusion works Space Tour: Navigating the Fusion environment Exploring the Design Space, Browser Tree, and Timeline Customizing Preferences for an optimized workflow Sketching and Modeling Basics Creating Sketches, defining Planes, and setting Parameters Differentiating Components from Bodies Modeling techniques: Extrude, Loft, Revolve, and Boolean operations Advanced Modeling Techniques Utilizing Pattern features for Sketches, Objects, and Bodies Exploring Form Tools for advanced design projects Practical Design Projects Step-by-step walk through to Make a Sign Importing Logos from DXF/SVG files Parametric design concepts Enhancing designs with Chamfers and Fillets Importing External Files Working with files from a customer, and external sources Hands-on Learning Approach Encouraging active learning by modeling objects from the real world Using calipers for precise measurements and modifications Creating and Exporting Drawings Creating drawings of models Including views, sections, details, dimensions, and notes Exporting drawings In-Person CNC Training Transitioning from theory to practice, our in-person sessions cover safety, CNC routing demonstrations, Fusion CAM, and practical workholding solutions. Learn about tooling, materials, and work coordinates in a way that blends insight with hands-on experience. Our unique "Unicorn Training" approach means you'll understand both the programming and operational sides of CNC machining. 🏭 Click for expected In-Person Outline A potential topic list, we do not guarantee to cover each item but it's a representative outline. Introduction CNC Routing Demo Fusion CAM Fusion CAD review Overview of g-code generation Manufacturing (MFG) strategy & our CAM mentality Creating Setups Tool library creation & management Types of Operations - from 2D to Adaptives to Finishing strategies Patterns Process & Material Workflow Lean principles, efficiency of movement One-piece-flow, shop layout considerations Workholding Many versions of workholding & strageties for easier setups Fixture plates, Super glue and tape, One-and-Done fixtures Tooling Cutting tool basics, materials Semi, rough, and finisher tools, chip management Speeds and feeds, tool setup, & maintenance Offsets and Work Coordinates Machine Origin, shifting WPS, setting G92 Running Parts Preflight checks, simulation, and quality watching Wrap-Up Questions, repeats, and conclusion Prerequisites No prior training is required however you would benefit from our Basics of CNC and CAM course if you are starting with no CAM or CNC knowledge. Our online Fusion CAD Introduction course is included and strongly recommended before attending the in-person session focusing on Fusion CAM and CNC Router operation. What to Bring A laptop with Fusion installed and tested Eagerness to learn Notebook for notes Clothes to sit and learn in an industrial shop Course Highlights Hybrid Training: From an online Fusion CAD class to concluding with a Q&A session, every step is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience. Professional Insight: Leverage our instructors' years of industry experience for invaluable insights into CNC machining and design. Practical Skills: Beyond theoretical knowledge, gain practical skills with a focus on efficiency, safety, and creativity in CNC machining. Connect, Craft, Create - Network with fellow CNC enthusiasts and professionals in an environment dedicated to innovation, efficiency, and craftsmanship. Training dates and pricing are listed in registration link. See details below for in-person training classes.
