{"product_id":"certified-additive-manufacturing-fundamental-camf","title":"Certified Additive Manufacturing - Fundamental (CAM-F)","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003eThis additive manufacturing certification course focuses on the basics of additive manufacturing, including a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing, the seven additive manufacturing technologies, and basic safety guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES7026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that the additive manufacturing industry is currently a $16 billion industry and is expected to grow to $40.8 billion by 2024? As the industry grows, so does the demand for skilled professionals who can drive their organization's additive manufacturing initiatives forward. Earning the Certified Additive Manufacturing - Fundamental (CAM-F) certification prepares individuals with the knowledge to become key players in the industry's growth and expand their career opportunities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis additive manufacturing course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the various 3D printing technologies and their benefits and limitations. You will also learn about the basic 3D printing process, the hardware and software for 3D digital file management, and common materials for each 3D printing technology. Additionally, during your additive manufacturing training, you will identify basic safety and quality considerations specific to 3D printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the CAM-F certification, you will be recognized for your demonstrated competencies in additive manufacturing. This recognition will give you a competitive advantage in the job market, allowing you to become a valuable asset to any organization involved in additive manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy completion of this advanced manufacturing training, you will be prepared to become an SME-CAM-F credential holder and enter a high-demand career field. This course offers enrollment with or without a voucher. The voucher covers the fee to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify the various 3D printing technologies \u0026amp; their benefits\/limitations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDefine the basic 3D printing process\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the benefits of 3D printing over traditional manufacturing processes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the hardware \u0026amp; software for 3D digital file management\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify common materials for each 3D printing technology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify basic safety \u0026amp; quality considerations specific to 3D printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain the industry-recognized and validated CAM-F certification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShow the world that your knowledge meets or exceeds industry standards\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrate to current or future employers that you have initiative, dedication, and leadership skills\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStand out amongst colleagues and peers by leveraging the new skills and knowledge you have learned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Additive Manufacturing 111\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditive Manufacturing Methods and Materials\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditive Manufacturing Safety\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReverse Engineering for Additive Manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditive Manufacturing as a Secondary Process\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign for Vat Photopolymerization\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Basic Additive Manufacturing Process\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign for Binder Jetting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign for Directed Energy Deposition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign for Fused Deposition Modeling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign for Laser Powder Bed Fusion\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign for Additive Manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrating Additive Manufacturing with Traditional Manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditive Manufacturing: Prototype to Production\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign for Material Jetting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign for Sheet Lamination\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditive Manufacturing Materials Science\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Hybrid Manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAlgebra Fundamentals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePC: Windows 10 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMac: macOS 12 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrowser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. 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However, this course requires basic computer skills, including the ability to open and manage windows, navigate websites, and perform common online tasks such as downloading files, completing forms, and using web-based tools.\u003c\/p\u003e You've got questions.\u003cbr\u003e We're here to help.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not an instructor-facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is additive manufacturing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to MIT, additive manufacturing is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing. Additive manufacturing is the process of creating objects by building them up layer by layer, as opposed to subtractive manufacturing, which involves cutting away at a solid block of material until the final product is complete. While it can technically refer to any process that involves building something up, such as molding, it usually refers to 3-D printing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the average salary in additive manufacturing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to ZipRecruiter, the average salary for an additive manufacturing professional is $51,890.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is advanced manufacturing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Manufacturing.org, advanced manufacturing refers to the use of innovative technologies to create new and existing products.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You will be prepared for the Certified Additive Manufacturing - Fundamental (CAM-F).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat specific skills in advanced manufacturing will I learn in this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaterial Knowledge: Understand the properties and limitations of various materials used in additive manufacturing, such as thermoplastics, metals, ceramics, and composites.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign for Additive Manufacturing: Learn how to optimize designs specifically for 3D printing to ensure manufacturability and efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eQuality Control and Testing: Understand quality control measures for additive manufacturing processes and how to assess the quality of printed parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is advanced manufacturing different from traditional manufacturing, and does the course cover these differences?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdvanced manufacturing is a transformative approach to production that leverages cutting-edge technologies and innovative processes to enhance efficiency, precision, and versatility. It represents a significant departure from traditional manufacturing methods, which often rely on manual labor, repetitive tasks, and conventional machinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, epitomizes the principles of advanced manufacturing. It involves creating objects layer by layer from digital models, allowing for intricate designs and customization that were previously unimaginable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow will this course prepare me for a specific role in advanced manufacturing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Certified Additive Manufacturing - Fundamental (CAM-F) credential is ideal for individuals working in or seeking to work in additive manufacturing roles in automotive, aerospace, and medical equipment. 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