Distance Learning and Simulation

Advantage for CNC Students

Reaching out Beyond the

Classroom and Lab

David “Otter” Ott Lt Col Ret.

[email protected]
515.571.9963
 Strategic Partners
Support Haas Factory Outlet online training and website portals.

Haas Technical Education Center website and Partner Portal

built on Immerse2learn.com software technology.

MastercamU built on Immerse2learn.com Learning Content

Management System (LCMS). Immerse2learn.com sells and
supports MastercamU online learning and certification.

Delcam University built on Immerse2learn.com Learning Content

Management System (LCMS).

Fanuc Mill and Lathe curriculum and virtual CNC emulators.

Implementing NIMS South Africa International Testing system.

National Tooling and Machining Association.

Aptitude testing system and Advanced CNC training.
 Over 300 Schools in 2013
 Gateway Community College KY
 Hawkeye Community College  Western Iowa Technical Community College
 Southwestern Illinois College  Michigan Department of Education
 Kirkwood Community College  Central Community College
 Plymouth High School  Pennsylvania College of Technology
 Calhoun Community College  Tennessee Technology Centers
 Ottawa Intermediate Schools  Lone Star Colleges
 Orchard View Technical School  Hennepin Community College
 Saint Clair RESA  Dunwoody College
 Lenoir Community College  Saint Paul Community
 Randolph Community College  Rowan Cabbarus Community College
 Guilford Technical College  Focus Hope
 BJ Skelton Career Center  Vincennes University
 Purdue University  Knox Career Center
 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute  Southern Indiana University
 Learning Through Simulation
 Simulation boosts learning rates dramatically

 Study by the National Training Labs (NTL) Institute for Applied Behavior
Sciences in Alexandria, VA
• Students retain 5% of what they hear in lectures
• 10% of what they read
• 20% of what they see and hear in audio/visual presentations
• Add “practice by doing” and “immediate use”, two learning
techniques available in simulations, and retention rates jump to
75%

 Students learning via simulation based training become more proficient

more quickly
Simulation in the Schools, in the Workplace and at Home

 Breaks down the barriers between what we learn and what we do - We

practice virtual hands on while learning

 Bring the worlds of industry and education closer together – reaching out
through online learning and simulation

 Highly interactive simulations can create massive increases in

productivity and knowledge transfer to students and employees

 Instructors move to a higher role of coaching and diagnosing

 Errors and mistakes cause no damage or safety hazards in the virtual

world
 Computer Simulations in Distance Education

 Computer simulations are essentially representations of real-life systems

modeled for virtual exploration

 Simulations can provide students with the means to explore environments that
would otherwise be prohibitive due to factors of cost, safety and proximity

 Because simulations allow exploration and experimentation they are being

more widely used in online learning providing instructors and students an
opportunity for combining the direct virtual experience with the learning
environment

 Computer simulations make experience possible in a distance learning

setting

Paper by Les M. Lunce

Opportunities for High Schools and Technical Colleges
Combining Simulation and Distance Learning

 Options for students enrolled through high school post-secondary

agreements

 Mini-courses/workshops with introductory modules BEFORE starting a

high school or CC program. Market to parents and students.

 Online Courses to be added to existing courses in Program lineups

Primary Solution Components:

Virtual Training Environment (VTE)

Skills Learning Modules

Assessment

Reports
 Reality at Your PC- Anywhere!
“It is like being at the actual machine and control.” -Instructor, Easely, SC

Real-world characteristics
accurately mimic actual
manufacturing systems:
 Geometric Models
 Motion
 Program Languages
 Control Logics
 Process Times
 Control Alarms
 Control Types:
CNC, Robotic, etc.
 Material Removal
 Virtual Training Environment (VTE)
True 3D simulation and emulated controls provide
a real-world learning experience.

Set Work and Tool Offsets

Write, Edit, and Save Programs

Load CAM output

Library of Machines
 3D Plotter Included
Quickly View Tool Center Line
G150 General Purpose Pocket Milling
 Return on Investment

Unlimited access to train and rehearse in a

virtual environment enables students to
develop greater confidence and proficiency
prior to performing actual procedures and
operating actual equipment.

 Overcome barriers: student equipment ratio, location, etc.

 Increase Training Contact time with equipment

 Minimize risk of damaging equipment or incurring injuries

 Skills Learning Modules
 Step-by-step instruction

 Lessons aligned to skills assessment

 Building-block” exercises prepare

student for actual machine time

 Sample Skills Modules:

 Introduction
 Safety for Machining
 Shop Math Level I
 Shop Math Level II
 Blueprint Reading w/GD&T
 Precision Measurement Devices
 Machinist Calc Pro
 Feeds and Speeds
 Mill Control Interface
 Mill Setup
 Mill Programming
 Lathe Control Interface
 Lathe Setup
 Lathe Programming
 Mastercam Mill
 Mastercam Lathe
 Advanced CNC, Dies and Molds
 Industry Standard Content
Learn CNC for Haas or Fanuc Learn CAM for Mastercam X6/7 Learn Advanced Manufacturing
 Introduction  Principles of Machining  CNC multi axis Mill and Drill
 Safety for Machining  Mill Design and Tool Path  Plastic Injection Molds
 Shop Math Level I  Lathe Design and Tool Path  Stamping Dies
 Shop Math Level II  Advanced Mill Design and
 Blueprint Reading Tool paths
 Precision Meas. Devices  Multi axis-
 Machinist Calc Pro Curve Drill and Circle Mill
 Feeds and Speeds
 Mill Control Interface
 Mill Setup
 Mill Programming
 Lathe Control Interface
 Lathe Setup
 Lathe Programming
 Lathe Intuitive Programming
 Mill Intuitive Programming
 Course Overview
Page Layout
 Interactive Exercises
•State-of-the-Art Exercise and Testing Environment
 Interactive Exercises
Dynamic Visuals help to accelerate the learning process

•Track learner progress

•Step by step feedback

•Variable time, attempts,

and minimum scores

CNC 3D Plotter
 Course Overview
6) Video or graphical instruction and Virtual CNC interaction
 Course Overview
Calculated Industries Machinist Calc Pro with Virtual Calculator
Teaching Concept to Creation

Advanced Manufacturing
Other Relevant Content
LearnCAD for Solidworks
Other Relevant Content
LearnRobotics
Mastercam Certification Curriculum

 X7 and future release Support

 Mill Design and Toolpaths

 Advanced Mill Design and Toolpaths

 Lathe

 FREE New Home Learning Edition

included with curriculum
 Mastercam Certification Curriculum
Mastercam Certification provides: learning pages, video, prints and helpful tips

Prints

Learning pages with embedded video

Helpful tips
 Advanced CNC, Mold and Die

Advanced CNC 200: Milling and Drilling

 Modern CNC machines

 Multi-axis machining
 State of the art cutting tools and holders
 Advanced Milling Formulas
 High-speed and high-efficiency machining
 Advanced CNC, Mold and Die

Dies 100: Introduction to Stamping Dies

 Stamping dies and part functions

 Stamping die types and building processes
 Sheet metal cutting and forming
 Advanced CNC, Mold and Die

Molds 100: Introduction to Plastic Injection Molds

 Plastic injection molds parts and functions

 Mold building, spotting and machining
 Molding plastics flow concepts
Skills Student Assessment Report
 Track Student Progress

•Track Progress
 Unique Certificate
•Branded to School: Time, date and serial identification

Mastercam seal included

on Mastercam
Certification
 Total Training Solution
Customer Branded Training System
Access at home, school and work
Consolidates Industrial Product Training and Certification in ONE.

TRAIN ASSESS CERTIFY

Virtual Training Environment Skills Learning Modules Pre/Post testing, exams, Connect to Industry
and reports
 True Virtual Machining Advantage
Streamline Process

Reduce Bottlenecks

Reduce uncertainty
Learn and Verify
M&G Code Program on PC.

Save to
Storage Device Load on Machine Control
Prove-out to Instructor
 Going Pro in High School

January 2007

 Implemented Virtual Training System

 Prepared Student for Skills Competition

without a machine.

 Used system to recruit, retain and train.

 Grew program form 7 to 20 students.

 Expanded curriculum to offer professional

development to local mold and die shops.
Brian Aiken
 Students are recruited by local employers
Instructor directly from high school
Pickens County Career Center 2007- Learn CNC
2011- Advanced CNC, mold and die
2012- Mastercam

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=35eURqBlnCk
 Go Beyond the Classroom
•January 2009
Implemented Virtual Training System

•Program grew from

3 to over 35 students per semester.

•Used in Partnership with 5 high schools and

instructors in college’s district.

•Serves over 100

high school students per year.

•Enables high school students to earn 4 SWIC

credit hours, free of charge!
Mark Bosworth
•Building deep bench of CNC machining
Industrial Technology Coordinator talent to compete in Skills USA competitions.
Southwestern Illinois College
2011 National Skills USA Winners:
- 3rd place Precision Machining Technology
- 5th place CNC Machining
 Using Immersive for NIMS
Credentialing

LearnCNC will help Prepare students

for the NIMS Credentialing Test
And
The performance Exams
 Immerse2learn for NIMS
• Prepares students for NIMS Credentialing Test
• Measurement, Materials & Safety
• Job Planning, Benchwork & Layout
• CNC Turning: Programming Setup & Operations
Level I&II
• CNC Milling: Programming Setup & Operations
Level I&II
• CNC Lathe Operator
• CNC Mill Operator
 NIMS Credential

• Materials, Measurement, and Safety

LearnCNC
Safety for Machining
Shop Mathematics Level I
Shop Mathematics Level II
Reading Manufacturing Blueprints
Precision Measurement
Speeds and Feeds
 NIMS Credential
CNC Lathe Operator

LearnCNC Modules
CNC Lathe Control (Old and New)
CNC Lathe Programming
Shop Mathematics I&II
Reading Manufacturing Blueprints
Speeds and Feeds
Precision Measurement
 NIMS Credential
CNC Mill Operator

LearnCNC Modules
CNC Mill Control (Old and New)
CNC Mill Programming
Shop Mathematics I&II
Reading Manufacturing Blueprints
Speeds and Feeds
Precision Measurement
 NIMS Credential

• Job Planning, Benchwork, & Layout

LearnCNC
Safety for Machining
Shop Mathematics Level I
Shop Mathematics Level II
Reading Manufacturing Blueprints
Precision Measurement
Speeds and Feeds
 NIMS Credential
CNC Lathe Programming and Setup
Levels I&II

LearnCNC Modules
CNC Lathe Control (Old and New)
CNC Lathe Programming
Shop Mathematics I&II
Reading Manufacturing Blueprints
Speeds and Feeds
Precision Measurement
 NIMS Credential
CNC Mill Programming and Setup
Levels I&II

LearnCNC Modules
CNC Mill Control (Old and New)
CNC Mill Programming
Shop Mathematics I&II
Reading Manufacturing Blueprints
Speeds and Feeds
Precision Measurement