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Curious about starting a career as a machinist? Read our blog to discover what it takes to become a CNC machinist and the NTMA program that can make it happen.

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Top Industries for CNC Machining in California

Machinist Training | February 17, 2023

With California having an economy larger than the entire country of India, it’s no secret the Golden state produces a significant portion of the world’s GDP. Many sources …

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Non-Technical Roles in CAD/Mechanical Engineering

Machinist Training | February 8, 2023

All too often, we think of Design & Engineering as highly technical roles requiring complex degrees and a variety of training in practical Engineering. But beyond that, there …

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Non-Technical Roles in CNC Machining

Machinist Training | January 24, 2023

When people think of Machinists, they probably envision highly skilled workers who have hands-on knowledge of Manufacturing. While this may be true, there is still an immensity of …

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How does CAM programming work?  

Advanced Machinist Training | January 11, 2023

The highly standardized drawings remained unchanged for centuries until the introduction of CAD, which revolutionized the approach in the second half of the 20th century. The days of …

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Difference between manual and CNC machining    

Machinist Training | December 22, 2022

Industries primarily relied on manual machining, which required one technician per machine. However, many industries now rely on computer numerical control (CNC) machining as a means of producing …

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SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD modeling 

Advanced Machinist Training | December 11, 2022

Basic Skills to know for modeling in SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD  In today’s digital environment, most manufacturers are converting their 2D CAD files to 3D to speed up their …

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3 Ways to Learn SOLIDWORKS

Advanced Machinist Training | November 22, 2022

With the average CAD Engineer salary hovering around $75,000 (depending on location), 3D Modelers are increasingly in high demand and offer lucrative opportunities for individuals looking to hone …

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3 Ways to Gain Exposure to CNC Machining

Machinist Training | November 16, 2022

Although Machining is not as widely taught as it used to be, there are still several avenues to consider for those interested in learning about CNC. Here are …

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Top Quality Inspection (QA) Industries for California 

Advanced Machinist Training | November 11, 2022

iPhones, Rockets, Televisions, Military equipment….what do these all have in common? They’re all highly complex and sophisticated products which require a ton of design and manufacturing costs.   With …

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