PowerMill Basic: Essentials
Learn how to make full use of the powerful Autodesk PowerMill CAM platform
Learn the basic usage and approaches for using PowerMill for manufacturing.
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PowerMill Basic: Essentials Course Outline
This 5 Day training course will instruct engineers in the basic usage and approaches for using PowerMill for manufacturing. The course is split 3/2 days.
Subjects covered include:
- Setup
- 3D Area Clearance and finishing
- Toolpath Z limits
- Leads and Links
- Boundaries
- Toolpath Editing
- Tool Collision Checking
- NC Programmes
- 4 axis rotary machining
- Patterns
- Specialist Finishing
Full details can be found on course contents PDF.
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Date Length Course Location Cost 22nd Jul 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 2 days Powermill Basic: Essentials Part 2 Derby POA 5th Aug 2025 - 7th Aug 2025 3 days Powermill Basic: Essentials Part 1 Worcester Head Office £ 19th Aug 2025 - 20th Aug 2025 2 days Powermill Basic: Essentials Part 2 Worcester Head Office POA 8th Sep 2025 - 10th Sep 2025 3 days Powermill Basic: Essentials Part 1 Online Training £ 22nd Sep 2025 - 23rd Sep 2025 2 days Powermill Basic: Essentials Part 2 Online Training POA 21st Oct 2025 - 23rd Oct 2025 3 days Powermill Basic: Essentials Part 1 Derby £ 4th Nov 2025 - 5th Nov 2025 2 days Powermill Basic: Essentials Part 2 Derby POA Not seen the course you're looking for?
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Course Times
The schedule may be subject to change
9.30am Arrival11.00 - 11.15 Coffee Break1.00 - 2.00 Lunch3.00 - 3.15 Coffee Break5.15 FinishWhat's Included?
Everything you need for a great day's training
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Are food allergies catered for?
If you have a specific food allergy, then please let us know as soon as you book the course so that we can cater to you. If your allergy is severe, we recommend telling your trainer at the start of the course so that they can advise other delegates.
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Can you come to our offices?
Yes – we offer on site training courses. All laptops are provided for training and will be bought to your site with trainer.
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Do I need to bring my own laptop?
We provide all of our delegates with a laptop or desktop computer, depending on where the training is taking place.
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What if I have special requirements?
If you have any special requirements, such as dietary or access please get in touch with our training team before your course.
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What is the focus of the Fusion 360 CAM – Turning course?
This course is designed to teach engineers the most efficient and professional methods for 2-axis turning operations using Fusion 360 CAM. The training equips users with the practical skills needed to streamline turning workflows, optimise toolpaths, and ensure precision in lathe-based CNC machining.
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What topics will be covered during the Fusion 360 CAM – Turning course?
The course covers all fundamental and advanced topics related to 2-axis turning within Fusion 360, including:
- Introduction to the Fusion 360 CAM interface
- Creating and managing a job setup
- Using the tool library effectively
- Performing facing, turning, boring, grooving, and drilling operations
- Implementing threading and chamfering
- Creating setup sheets
- Simulating and post-processing turning jobs for manufacturing
Each course is run on the latest software release, with flexibility to adjust the agenda to suit specific client requirements.
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Who should attend the Fusion 360 CAM – Turning course?
This course is ideal for engineers who are PC literate and have a solid grasp of engineering and manufacturing principles. It is intended for those who want to enhance their CNC turning capabilities and learn how to fully leverage Fusion 360 CAM in a production environment.
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What are the objectives of the Fusion 360 CAM – Turning course?
The course aims to:
- Provide engineers with hands-on experience in 2-axis CNC turning using Fusion 360
- Improve understanding of CAM best practices for lathes
- Ensure attendees can effectively simulate, optimize, and post-process their turning jobs
- Build confidence in creating efficient, accurate, and professional turning workflows
Upon completing the course, participants receive an Autodesk Authorised Completion Certificate, recognising their achievement and new capabilities with Fusion 360 Turning.
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Are food allergies catered for?
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The Highest Standards, The Happiest Customers
"Easy speed"The speed of our training course was perfect. It was split in to bitesize chunks so you are able to absorb the information better.Adam Lewis, CAD Engineer, Bronx Engineering"Hands-on training"The trainers knowledge of the subjects covered was excellent & I like how he made the course hands-on which allowed us to put theory in to practice.Mike Berry, Reliability Manager
What is PowerMill Basics training?
Our PowerMill Basic Essentials course is simply the best hands-on introduction to Autodesk’s powerful CAM software. Whether you’re up-skilling new recruits on the shop floor or establishing PowerMill as your company-wide machining language, join our experienced trainers and we’ll guide you through the core skills you need to build confidence and competence. Once you’re up to speed, our PowerMill Basic Essentials course drills deeper into the platform’s possibilities, unlocking the specialist features and techniques that give your business the edge.
Who is this course designed for?
This course is designed for individuals who are new to Autodesk PowerMill as well as working in any company who had previously learned Delcam PowerMill a while ago and just want a brush up on the tools and operation quickly and use in their projects immediately. This course introduces all the operations (milling and drilling) of Autodesk PowerMill in a step by step process which will enable you to clearly understand the CAM.
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