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.
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
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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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Upcoming Events
Thursday, March 16, 2023 – Sunday, April 16, 2023, NC A&T
N.C. A&T to host spring bootcamps
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro, NC will host two ACE bootcamps this spring: Thursday nights 5-9pm: March 16, 23, 30 & April 6 Saturdays & Sundays 10am – 4pm: April 8, 9, 15 & 16 For more information contact Dr. Aixi Zhou Email: aet@ncat.eduPhone: 336-334-7585Fax: 336-334-7704
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Monday, February 20, 2023 – Wednesday, March 29, 2023, Alamance Community College
Alamance Community College to host first bootcamp
Alamance Community College (ACC) in Graham, North Carolina is planning to host its first ACE bootcamp: Weekends in April and/or May: TBD For more information, contact Duncan Shaw, 336-506-4200.
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Monday, March 13, 2023 – Thursday, June 8, 2023, Pellissippi State Community College
PSCC to Host Youth ACE bootcamps
Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville, TN will host three ACE bootcamps for high school youths (grades 9-12) SPRING BREAK: March 13, 14, 15, 16 (9:30am – 3:30pm) at Hardin Valley campus SUMMER BREAK: June 5, 6, 7, 8 (9:30am – 3:30pm) at Hardin Valley campus SUMMER BREAK: July 17, 18, 19, 20 (9:30am – […]
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