Integrated 4C Program – Composites & Tooling Design
Welcome to a truly unique training experience with the Integrated 4C Program:
- CAD – Computer Aided (Tooling) Design
- CAM – Computer Aided Manufacturing
- CNC – Computer Numerical Control (Machining of Master Pattern)
- Composites – Rapid & Prototype Tooling and Part Fabrication
Description:
This course provides the applied knowledge & skills of essential technical communication required for engineers and technicians in a compact 10-day program. Core instruction provides a primary focus on delivering workflow and efficiency gains that will help optimize your composites operations.
Week 1 (5 Days):
CAD skills are enhanced using parametric sketching, 3D direct modelling, and technical drawing using Autodesk Fusion 360™ software. Trainees will then apply this knowledge to CNC machine their designed projects using an Axiom 4-Axis CNC machining center.
Week 2 (5 Days):
Trainees will use their newly formed mold from their CNC machining project, for creating a Master Pattern & Production Tooling Mold. The training course (and the process of I4C) is completed by the trainee’s fabrication of a Carbon Fiber Component using the production mold they have designed and milled.
Topics covered in this 10-day course include:
- Interpretation of a composite part engineering drawing
- Designing a component using both parametric and direct modelling techniques
- Application of strategic 2D & 3D toolpath operations for CNC machining
- Basics of CNC operation, including: G-code & M-code programming, workholding / fixturing, recommended tool selections, with speed & feed best practices
- Materials and processes used in composite components and structures
- Silicone & Urethane cast molding, and vacuum-assisted composite part fabrication
- Essential knowledge of composite molds and parts fabrication
Prerequisites:
This course is suitable for persons with no prior knowledge of composite materials or tooling design and aims to provide the trainee with a solid foundation in CAD & CAM (through Autodesk Fusion 360™), CNC, and Composite Mold Making technologies.It is strongly recommended that trainees for I4C complete the online tutorial in using the Autodesk Fusion 360™ CAD program provided to registered trainees, prior to attending the course.