SolidCAM Turning

Discover more complex techniques involved with turning

SolidCAM Turning Overview

This course, introduces SolidCAM Turning technologies. It covers the basic concepts of turning and interface of the SolidCAM gold partner product.

SolidCAM provides a comprehensive turning package with powerful toolpaths and techniques for fast and efficient turning with fixture and holder protection.

SolidCAM's Turning module produces advanced rough and finish profile turning, together with support for facing, grooving, threading and drilling cycles.

Course Duration

1 Day (7 hours/day)

Skill Level

Intermediate Level

Course Type

Hands-on Practical Training

SolidCAM Turning Course Requirements & Benefits

Understand the course requirements and the skills you will acquire after completing the SolidCAM training

Requirements

Basic Windows Knowledge

Mechanical Design Experience

Completed SOLIDWORKS for Machinists training

Features Targeted

Stock & Clamp Definition

Turning Simulation

Tool Types & Tables

Acquired Skills

Turning & Grooving Operations

Drilling & Threading Operations

Generate G-Code

SolidCAM Turning Lessons

The following lessons are included in the course

  1. Definition of stock, target model and clamp
  2. Different Operation types (Turning, Grooving, Drilling, Threading)
  3. Various Geometry definitions
  4. Tool types and tool tables
  5. Simulation types
  6. Generation of G-Code

Training Methods

Choose the training method right for you

Training Promotion

Group/Public Training

Receive training as a group (limited amount per class) from certified instructors using vendor approved training content and methodologies.

Training is delivered either live online or in a traditional classroom environment.

Advantages
  • Cost effective training method.
  • More effective than video based training, with videos learners are often not as focused on the training and skip exercises.
  • Learn more through group questions and feedback.
3DEXPERIENCE Onsite Training

Private Training

This style of flexible training is perfect for teams or individuals who are faced with a specific challenge and require personalized courses with on-the-job coaching.

Training is available live online, in-person classroom or onsite at your location.

Advantages
  • Use our state-of-the-art mobile classroom at your facility.
  • Bring your team up to a consistent level of knowledge by having them take the same training at the same time.
  • Benefit from flexible scheduling options.

Upcoming Training Courses

Choose a scheduled SolidCAM Turning course

Date & Time
  • March 13, 2025
  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET
Location
Auburn, NH, United States
Language
English
Date & Time
  • May 8, 2025
  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET
Location
Live Online
Language
English
Date & Time
  • July 24, 2025
  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET
Location
Auburn, NH, United States
Language
English
Date & Time
  • September 25, 2025
  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET
Location
Live Online
Language
English
Date & Time
  • November 13, 2025
  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET
Location
Auburn, NH, United States
Language
English

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