Chapter I – INTRODUCTION

Rapid technological developments and innovation made a serious impact in almost all industries, shifting job description toward digitalization and demanding a set of tailored-made skills and knowledges for performing the task. Same goes for CNC Operators in Metal industry who are in demand by companies all around the world.

For performing this job today, a certain set of above-mentioned knowledge and skills is needed, from using software programs to managing work on the machines. Exactly this we want to offer to all interest adults who want to learn how to become CNC Operators through our Turning Digital: CNC Operator online education, which is offered for free.

This online education is designed to support our mission for improving employment opportunities for adult people through creating online learning opportunities for acquisitions of professional competences necessary for participation in the labor market.

This online education is created in a step-by-step manner, allowing participants to gradually acquire necessary competences through shared theoretical background, examples, tips and practical tutorials. Through engaging into this education, participants will:

  • Learn basics about CNC machines in metal industry and introduce into job description

  • Learn how to apply standards in reading technical drawings

  • Get familiar with technological documentation and coordination systems and acquire skills to do correct measuring and control

  • Introduce into material and tools (cutting and clenching tools)

  • Learn how to prepare for work at CNC machines

  • Acquire skills for processing at CNC machines

  • Ensure quality and safe working environment.

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