What’s Included?
This course includes expert-led, hands-on training delivered in a workshop environment, use of CNC milling machines, and all required learning materials. Training is tailored to participants’ needs and delivered using industry-standard equipment and control systems.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for individuals new to CNC milling, apprentices, or those looking to refresh their skills and improve confidence using CNC milling machines in a production environment.
Assessment
- Assessment is continuous and practical, based on safe working practices, machine operation, and the successful completion of programmed machining tasks throughout the course.
Additional Notes
Please note that this course may be cancelled and rescheduled if no uptake is received up to 14 days prior to the course start date.
A cancellation fee of 30% will be charged for cancellations within 24 hours of the course date. Failure to attend without notice will result in a full charge.
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The CNC Milling course was well structured and practical. The trainers explained the programming clearly and gave plenty of hands-on support throughout.
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Course Content
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Safe operation of CNC milling machines
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Introduction to CNC terminology
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Absolute and incremental programming
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Radius and diameter programming
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Fixed and canned cycles
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Tool geometry and offsets
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Setting datum points and machine setup
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Data transfer from computer to machine
Training is delivered using Dugard Eco 760 machines with Heidenhain and Siemens ShopMill control systems.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Operate CNC milling machines safely and confidently
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Understand and use basic CNC terminology
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Apply absolute and incremental programming methods
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Use fixed and canned cycles effectively
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Set tools and datum points accurately
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Transfer and run CNC programs on milling machines
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