What’s Included?
The course includes expert instruction, hands-on CNC turning practice, and all necessary learning materials. Course content is tailored on day one to reflect participant experience and workplace requirements.
Who Should Attend?
Ideal for individuals new to CNC turning, apprentices, or those wishing to refresh their skills and understanding of CNC lathe operation.
Assessment
- Assessment is practical and ongoing, based on safe operation, correct setup, and the successful execution of CNC turning programs during 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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A very hands-on course that made CNC turning easy to understand. The equipment and instruction were excellent.
Anon. Participant
Course Content
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Safe use of CNC turning machines
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CNC terminology, including G and M codes
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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 offset setting
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Machine setup and datum points
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Data transfer from computer to machine
Training is delivered on Colchester Tornado machines using Fanuc 21 and Tornado Conversational control systems.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Operate CNC turning machines safely
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Understand key CNC programming terminology
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Apply basic CNC turning programs
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Set tools and offsets correctly
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Prepare machines for production tasks
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Run and monitor CNC turning operations effectively
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