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CNC101: Concepts of CNC - Level 1
Class Number 212-28314

This is the first in our CNC Machining Series of classes, a Level 1 class.

Learn the basics of CNC (computer numerical control) devices. This seminar will present the whole CNC process, from CAD (computer aided design) to CAM (computer aided machining) to CUT (cutting your part). Learn the essentials of calculating feeds and speeds. Understand the uses and differences between climb cutting and conventional cutting.

Many of our students have found that they end up taking all the classes in this CNC series, even if they have to schedule them out of order. It is strongly recommended to have taken either CNC Level 1 or CNC Level 2 BEFORE taking a CNC Level 3 or CNC Level 4 class.

NOTE: This class may be attended by students under 18 without a parent or guardian. Minimum age restriction still applies.

Once you have successfully completed this class you will have the knowledge needed to enroll in the next CNC Machining Series software classes and SBUs.



TechShop CNC Machining Series overview

Level 1 - Learn the big picture

Concepts of CNC - Learn all the vocabulary and concepts needed to get the most out of the other classes in this series

Level 2 - Learn to translate your drawing into machine readable code

CNC Level 2: CAD to CAM Software - This class focuses on using the ShopBot CNC wood router

CNC Level 2: InventorCAM Software - This class focuses on using the Tormach CNC mill, but the software will also work on the ShopBot

Level 3 - Learn how to use the CNC machine - These are hands-on classes

CNC Level 3: ShopBot SBU

CNC Level 3: Tormach SBU

TechShop Location: TechShop Menlo Park
Room / Area: Conference Room
Instructor: Dan Vidakovich
 
Class Date: Thursday, Jan 3, 2013
Start Time: 4:00 PM
Class Length: 2 Hours
 
Price: $60.00
Lab Fee: None
 
Age Range: 12 and Up (Contact the store to register students under 13.)
Min. Students: 2
Max Students: 25
Current Students: 7
Seats Left: 18
Sorry, this Class is Over! But We Have Another "Concepts of CNC - Level 1" Class with Seats Still Available:

Monday, 6/3/2013 Concepts of CNC - Level 1