MACHINING 201: INTRO to CAM (Computer-aided Manufacturing) 

https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6784519

Cost: 249 + HST

Date(s): Tuesday, November 16th, Thursday November 18th, Tuesday November 23rd, Thursday November 25th | 6:00pm-9:00pm

Workshop: Learning Lab & Machine Shop

Maximum Participants:  4

 Course Description

Ready to take your CNC skills to the next level? This hands-on, multi-day course dives into CAM programming and CNC operation using Fusion and the Tormach 1100MX. You’ll learn how to move from digital design to physical part by mastering toolpaths, simulation, and machine setup.

Through guided instruction and practical application, you’ll build confidence generating G-code, setting up work coordinate systems, and executing your first cuts safely and accurately. This course is ideal for makers looking to bridge the gap between CAD design and real-world machining.

Key Learnings

Day 1 – Fusion and CAM
• Work holding strategies
• Fusion tool library setup
• Feeds and speeds fundamentals
• Fusion machining setup & WCS
• 2D machining toolpaths
• CAM simulation

Day 2 – Manual Machining
• Review of Day 1 concepts
• Intro to manual machining processes
• Understanding setups and material prep
• Reinforcing machining fundamentals

Day 3 – CNC Setup
• 3D toolpaths
• CAM simulation
• Post processor overview
• Generating G-code
• Tormach PathPilot (CNC control)
• Tool offsets on the Tormach 1100MX
• WCS on the Tormach 1100MX

Day 4 – Machining a Mold/Part
• Review of previous days
• Advanced toolpath strategies
• CAM simulation
• Air cutting
• First cut execution

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