3 Axis CNC Milling & CAD-CAM Training

Training Code : TR2025078

HRDC : Claimable

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Description

Session 1: Introduction & Course Overview
• Welcome and participant introductions.
• Course objectives and expectations.
• Overview of the Fusion 360 interface and its capabilities (CAD, CAM, Simulation).
• Brief introduction to the typical product development/manufacturing workflow.
CAD Basics in Fusion 360
• Interface Navigation: Understanding the menus, toolbars, browser, and timeline.
• Sketching Fundamentals: Creating and manipulating 2D sketches (lines, arcs, circles, rectangles).
• Applying constraints (dimensional and geometric).
• Understanding fully defined sketches.
• Basic 3D Modelling: Extrude, Revolve, Fillet, Chamfer commands.
• Creating simple solid bodies.
• Hands-on Exercise 1: Designing a simple geometric part (e.g., a rectangular block with a hole and rounded edges).

Session 2: CAM Fundamentals
CAM Basics in Fusion 360
• Preparing the Model for CAM:
1. Orientation for machining.
2. Understanding stock material and work coordinate systems.
3. Switching to the CAM workspace in Fusion 360.
• Understanding the CAM interface: Setup, Toolpaths, Simulation, Post Process.
• Defining the Setup:
• Selecting machine (generic).
• Defining work coordinate system (WCS/G54).
• Defining stock material (size, shape, and origin).

Session 3: CAM Fundamentals
CAM Toolpath Strategies
• Introduction to Milling Operations:
• Facing.
• Profiling (2D contour).
• Pocketing.
• Drilling.
• Understanding Tool Parameters:
• Tool selection (end mills, drill bits – basic types).
• Cutting speeds (spindle speed).
• Feed rates (cutting feed, lead-in/out feed).
• Depth of cut, stepover, stepdown.
• Hands-on Exercise 3: Generating basic toolpaths (facing and a simple profile) for the designed part.
• Toolpath Simulation & Verification (60 mins)
1. Importance of toolpath simulation.
2. Using the simulation features in Fusion 360
3. Visualizing material removal.
4. Checking for collisions and gouges.
5. Analyzing machining time.

• Hands-on Exercise 4: Simulating the generated toolpaths and identifying potential issues.

Session 4: Practical Machining
Practical Machining Fundamentals
• Introduction to DMU 50 milling machine
• Safety procedures and best practices in a machine shop environment.
• Understanding machine axes (X, Y, Z, B,C).
• Basic machine components.
• Workholding:
1. Introduction to vises and clamping methods.
2. Properly securing the workpiece.
• Tool Holding:
1. Introduction to tool holders (e.g., collets).
2. Inserting and tightening tools.
• Setting the Work Coordinate System (WCS) on the Machine:
1. Basic touch-off methods using edge finders or indicators (demonstration).
• Running a Simple Machining Program (Demonstration):
1. Brief overview of G-code.
2. Loading and running a pre-prepared simple program.
3. Observing the machining process.
• Open forum for questions and answers.
• Discussion on further learning resources and next steps for participants.
• Course feedback and closing remarks.
Materials & Equipment:
• Computers with Fusion 360 installed (educational licenses).
• Projector and screen for demonstrations.
• Sample stock material for machining (aluminum)
• Basic cutting tools (end mills, drill bits).
• Workholding devices (vises, clamps).
• Tool holders (collets).
• DMU 50 milling machine
• Safety glasses for all participants.
• Measuring tools (calipers).

Technicians, Engineers, Educators, Anyone who wishes to learn knowledge and skill in precision engineering involving CNC machining

Participants who successfully complete this training will be able to:
1. CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Proficiency:
– Model Interpretation & Preparation: Accurately interpret 2D engineering drawings and 3D CAD models. Prepare and modify existing CAD models for machining, including identifying critical features, tolerances, and potential manufacturing challenges.
– Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Apply principles of DFM to optimize part designs for efficient and cost-effective CNC milling, considering tool access, material removal rates, fixturing, and post-machining operations.

2. CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) Expertise:
– Software Navigation & Setup: Navigate and effectively utilize leading Fusion 360 CAM software interfaces. Set up machining jobs, define stock material, and establish work coordinate systems.
– Toolpath Generation & Optimization: Generate various 2D and 3D toolpaths (e.g., face milling, pocketing, contouring, drilling, adaptive clearing, surfacing) appropriate for different part geometries and materials. Optimize toolpaths for reduced machining time, improved surface finish, and extended tool life.
– Feeds & Speeds Calculation: Accurately calculate and apply appropriate cutting parameters (spindle speed, feed rate, depth of cut, width of cut) for various tool-material combinations to optimize material removal and tool longevity.
– Post-Processing & G-Code Generation: Generate accurate and machine-specific G-code and M-code programs through effective post-processing, ensuring compatibility with target CNC machines.
– Simulation & Verification: Utilize CAM software’s simulation capabilities to visualize toolpaths, detect potential collisions, identify material removal issues, and verify program integrity before actual machining.

3.0 Practical Machining Competency:
– CNC Machine Setup & Operation: Safely and correctly set up a CNC milling machine, including fixturing workpieces, setting tool offsets, and establishing work offsets.
– G-Code Interpretation & Editing: Understand the fundamental principles of G-code and M-code, and be able to interpret, troubleshoot, and perform minor edits to CNC programs at the machine control.
– Tool Loading & Management: Properly load and unload cutting tools, understand tool holding mechanisms, and manage tool libraries on the CNC machine
– Safety Protocols: Adhere strictly to all relevant safety procedures and best practices for operating CNC machinery.

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Important Notice
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