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Autodesk CAD/CAM for Manufacturing

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Manufacturers are under more pressure than ever to deliver better products faster, at lower cost, and with less waste.

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Manufacturers are under more pressure than ever to deliver better products faster, at lower cost, and with less waste.

The “throw-it-over-the-wall” approach to product development worked well enough in the past. But to compete in the future, you’ll need to connect and automate design and manufacturing processes.

Computers can handle complex tasks that are time consuming or in some cases impossible for the human mind. This is the case when we use digital data to create complex tool motions. As we learn how to use technology in this way, we unlock the potential of computer aided manufacturing (CAM).

Through this specialization, you'll learn the foundations of CAD and toolpath generation, while developing your technical skills in Autodesk® Fusion 360™.

Plus, by completing this Specialization, you’ll unlock an Autodesk Credential as further recognition of your success! The Autodesk Credential comes with a digital badge and certificate, which you can add to your resume and share on social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

Looking for Autodesk Fusion 360 certification prep courses? Check out additional learning resources to help you uplevel your skills.

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Four courses

Introduction to CAD, CAM, and Practical CNC Machining

This course introduces foundational knowledge in computer-aided design, manufacture, and the practical use of CNC machines. We begin with the basics in Autodesk® Fusion 360™ CAD by learning how to sketch and model 3D parts. Before programming toolpaths, we'll explore CNC machining basics. Finally, we explore the basics of setting up a CAM program and defining toolpaths to cut simple geometry.
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3-Axis Machining with Autodesk Fusion 360

As our machining geometry gets more complicated, Autodesk® Fusion 360™ is up to the task! With a host of standard and adaptive toolpaths we can rapidly remove material from even the most complicated 3d parts. In this course, we explore how to rough and finish geometry that requires tool motion in X, Y, and Z simultaneously, learning how to finish even the finest of details.
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Creating Toolpaths for a CNC Lathe

CNC machines come in various configurations. This course focuses on CNC Lathes. We will identify the difference in a lathe’s coordinate system, tools, and how to create lathe specific toolpaths.
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Multi-Axis CNC Toolpaths

Computer Numerical Controlled machines, or CNC for short, can have a nearly endless number of options. Most machines today control tool motion in 3-axes, X, Y and Z, but can be upgraded to include a 4th or 5th axis as well, A and B. Additionally, there are many machines on the market that are already 5-axis capable. The good news is that Autodesk® Fusion 360™ has you covered if you need to control multi-axis positioning or simultaneous motion in all 5 axes at once!
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Learning objectives

  • Summarize an understanding of computer aided design, manufacturing, and toolpath creation.
  • Practice design-related vocabulary and visual literacy to articulate your process and decisions.
  • Demonstrate creative confidence and practice job ready cad skills and cam using autodesk fusion 360 software.

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