THE ACE PROGRAM

Our Program

INTRODUCTION

MADE FOR MACHINERY

With high demand, job security, and good pay, there’s no better time to build a career in one of the country’s largest growing sectors.

Average pay with benefits for U.S. manufacturing workers:

$98,846

WHY THE U.S. NEEDS MACHINISTS

Common Job Titles

  • Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist
  • CNC Programmer
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Metrologist
  • Entrepreneur

Top Job Skills

  • Operate cutting or grinding equipment
  • Quality assessment: test materials, solutions, or samples
  • Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software
  • Computer Aided Design (CAD) software for additive manufacturing
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
Curriculum
Schedule
SCHEDULE

Program Schedule

Take the free online course at your own pace and qualify for a potential spot in our in-person training.

01 Online Training

Online component
  • No cost
  • Self-paced
  • ~6 hours of video and instruction
  • Registration required
Topics Covered

Introduction to machining

CAM instruction

Introduction to machining dynamics

Additional CAM instruction using CAM+, app that simulates machining force and vibration

Introduction to machining cost

02 In-Person Training

In-person component
  • No cost
  • Instructor-led
  • 32 hours of instruction
  • Registration required
Topics Covered

Instruction for CAM

Parameter selection

Part setup

Part probing

Controller use

Machine components for oscillating piston air engine and assemble

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Our Program is completely FREE

OUTCOMES

From ACE to the Workplace

Whether you’re searching for your first job, seeking additional training or determining your next step after military service, ACE is helping prepare new and experienced workers for top manufacturing facilities across the country. Learn from past ACE alums what we can help do for you.

The in-person training was the perfect way to give hands-on experience for even a novice like me. They weren’t just machining something in front of you but letting you do it yourself. That makes a huge difference in learning something.

– neeki

OUR ACE ALUMS ARE GOING PLACES

SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW

Take the first step toward starting or advancing your career in machining.