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CNC Router Basics and Certification
December 14 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
$95.00
Explore the key principles of safe CNC Router operation in the Ace Shop. Learn about how the CNC works, changing bits, safe materials for cutting, securing your project, and best practices. Students will leave with the information they need to operate the machine and pass the certification knowledge check.
This course is only intended to cover the safe physical operation of the CNC router. Students will need to learn the necessary CAM software independently or during a separate course Intro to Fusion 360.
Masks are optional for this event.
Class Type: Access
Level: Beginner
Timing: 5 hours
Location: Classroom portion in suite 206 (Coworking/Textiles) or 214 (Clean Fabrication)
Prerequisites: Ace Shop Basics
Certification: CNC Router Certification (level 1)
Age: 18+
Agenda
- Ace Makerspace CNC Router Program – Features and Etiquette
- CNC Router Concepts
- Anatomy of the Tool
- Fixturing – Review of Methods
- CAD-CAM-CNC workflow overview
- Safety and Best Practices
- Using the CNC Router – Hands on!
What to bring: A notebook or well-charged phone for taking notes.
What to wear: Closed-toe shoes, short sleeves, and work clothes. Long hair must be tied back.
Safety Gear: Eye protection, and ear protection, and all the hand sanitizer will be provided. If you are fussy, bring your ow
Class Scholarship Available
Scholarships are only available after 3 spots have been filled. The scholarship for this class is funded primarily by a small amount added to other student fees. If you need a scholarship for this class, please submit this request form. You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event, depending on event sales.
This class requires a minimum of 3 students per session. If the class is canceled, we can offer a refund but otherwise, do not.
New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts.
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Most Ace Makerspace classes are beginner-friendly and open to the general public including our tool certification classes.
While non-members can hold certifications only members enjoy unlimited access to Ace Makerspace tools and resources.
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Guest Accounts and Liability Waivers
If this is your first visit to Ace Makerspace please make sure to sign up for your FREE guest account and sign your liability waiver. You only need to complete this paperwork once. All attendees must have completed and signed liability paperwork. If you are purchasing a ticket for someone else, please send them this link to finish the sign up process.
Age Guidelines and Youth Forms
Youth guests taking classes must be accompanied by an adult chaperone and have completed youth guest forms filled out by a parent or guardian. See class descriptions for age guidelines. Youth guests may take our certification classes but cannot use tools without an adult also certified to use the tool. If you have any questions about bringing your kids to Ace Classes please email [email protected].
Class Materials
Unless specified in the class description, your registration fee covers all the materials you need for the class which will be provided by Ace.
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Class Scholarships
Our pricing structure supports a limited number of scholarships reserved for students in need of financial assistance. We grant scholarships on a first-come first serve basis with priority given to Ace Makerspace Members.
To apply for a scholarship please fill out this form.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Ace Makerspace reserves the right to cancel class for any reason including low enrollment or instructor illness. If class is canceled we will contact you via email and issue a full refund. Depending on course availability, you may also have the option to transfer your ticket to a future class.
We do not offer credits, transfers, or refunds for student cancellations. You can offer your ticket for sale to others in the comments or on slack. You are solely responsible for those transactions & letting us know who is taking your spot.
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Arriving on time to class is very important.
For certification classes we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the start time you will be unable to attend that day and your class fee is forfeit. For non-certification classes, your ability to participate will be based on instructor discretion.
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