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Toolmaker with VR Training (VR Headset v3 Included)

Gain an intensive overview of the toolmaking industry and obtain the skills needed to work in it by leveraging VR training. You will learn a variety of fundamentals needed for career success, including workholding, math, inspection, safety, machining, materials, quality, grinding, and stamping.

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                                160 Course Hrs
                            

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                                    GES7065
                            
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                                12 Months
                            
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Overview

Manufacturers are looking for highly skilled workers to create increasingly complex and important products. If you want a stable career in an industry that needs you, consider becoming a toolmaker. This online toolmaker training will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to prove competency and begin your new career quickly. As you progress through your coursework, you will use virtual reality (VR) technology to reinforce your learning and complete 10 labs/simulations. Upon enrollment, you will be given your very own Meta Quest 3 VR Headset Kit (headset, 2 controllers, case, and Elite Strap).

By the end of this toolmaking course, you will have an intensive overview of the skills necessary for toolmaking, including workholding, math, inspection, safety, machining, materials, quality, grinding, and stamping.

Objective

What you will learn

Production floor safety
CNC controls and programming
Metallurgy
Machining and grinding processes
Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM
Workholding principles

How you will benefit

Explore our Benefits of Virtual Reality flyer to get a better understanding of the value this manufacturing training can offer
Prepare for a career as a toolmaker, tool and die maker, or tool and die machinist
Gain the skills you need to confidently perform your job
Enrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions

Syllabus

Abrasives
1. Grinding Processes 201
2. Grinding Safety 211
3. Basic Grinding Theory 221
4. Basics of the Surface Grinder 231
5. Basics of the Cylindrical Grinder 232
6. Basics of the Centerless Grinder 233
7. Setup for the Surface Grinder 241
8. Setup for the Cylindrical Grinder 242
9. Setup for the Centerless Grinder 243
10. Surface Grinder Operation 251
11. Cylindrical Grinder Operation 252
12. Centerless Grinder Operation 253
13. Introduction to Grinding Fluids 261
14. Grinding Variables 301
15. Grinding Nonferrous Metals 311
16. Grinding Nonferrous Materials 321
17. Grinding Wheel Materials 331
18. Dressing and Truing 341
19. Grinding Wheel Geometry 361
CNC
1. Introduction to CNC Machines 201
2. Basics of CNC Lathe 211
3. Basics of CNC Mill 212
4. CNC Specs for the Mill 220
5. Coordinates for the CNC Lathe 221
6. Coordinates for the CNC Mill 222
7. CNC Specs for the Lathe 225
8. Basics of G Code Programming 231
9. Introduction to CAD and CAM for Machining 241
10. Control Panel Functions for the CNC Lathe 251
11. Control Panel Functions for the CNC Mill 252
12. Creating a CNC Turning Program 301
13. Creating a CNC Milling Program 302
14. Calculations for Programming the Lathe 311
15. Calculations for Programming the Mill 312
16. Canned Cycles for the Lathe 321
17. Canned Cycles for the Mill 322
CNC Controls: Fanuc
1. Fanuc Mill: Control Panel Overview 250
2. Fanuc Lathe: Control Panel Overview 255
3. Fanuc Mill: First Part Runs 320
4. Fanuc Lathe: First Part Runs 325
CNC Controls: Haas
1. Haas Mill: Classic Control Panel Overview 250
2. Haas Lathe Classic Control Panel Overview 256
3. Haas Mill Classic Controls: First Part Runs 320
4. Haas Lathe Classic Controls: First Part Runs 325
CNC Controls: Mazak
1. Mazak Mill: Control Panel Overview 250
2. Mazak Lathe: Control Panel Overview 255
3. Creating an EIA/ISO Program for the Mazak Mill 286
4. Creating an EIA/ISO Program for the Mazak Lathe 287
5. Creating a Mazatrol Program for the Mill 288
6. Creating a Mazatrol Program for the Lathe 289
7. Mazak Mill: First Part Runs 320
8. Mazak Lathe: First Part Runs 325
Inspection
1. Basic Measurement 101
2. Blueprint Reading 131
3. Introduction to GD&T 301
4. Major Rules GD&T 311
5. Inspecting a Prismatic Part 321
6. Inspecting a Cylindrical Part 331
Lean
1. Lean Manufacturing Overview 101
2. Continuous Process Improvement: Managing Flow 124
3. Continuous Process Improvement: Identifying and Eliminating Waste 125
4. Total Productive Maintenance 141
5. 5S Overview 151
6. Intro to Six Sigma 171
7. Troubleshooting 181
8. Conducting Kaizen Events 191
9. SPC Overview 211
10. Metrics for Lean 231
11. Process Flow Charting 241
12. Strategies for Setup Reduction 251
13. Management Tools: Problem Solving 270
14. Management Tools: Product and Process Design 275
15. Six Sigma Goals and Tools 310
Manual Machining
1. Manual Mill Basics 201
2. Engine Lathe Basics 211
3. Manual Mill Setup 221
4. Engine Lathe Setup 231
5. Benchwork and Layout Operations 241
6. Manual Mill Operation 251
7. Engine Lathe Operation 261
8. Holemaking on the Manual Mill 271
9. Threading on the Engine Lathe 301
10. Taper Turning on the Engine Lathe 311
Materials
1. Introduction to Physical Properties 101
2. Introduction to Mechanical Properties 111
3. Introduction to Metals 121
4. Introduction to Metal Manufacturing 180
5. Classification of Steel 201
6. Essentials of Heat Treatment of Steel 211
7. Hardness Testing 221
8. Ferrous Metals 231
9. Nonferrous Metals 241
10. Exotic Alloys 301
Metal Cutting
1. Intro to EDM 100
2. Safety for Metal Cutting 101
3. Cutting Processes 111
4. Overview of Machine Tools 121
5. Basic Cutting Theory 201
6. Band Saw Operation 211
7. Introduction to Metal Cutting Fluids 221
8. Metal Cutting Fluid Safety 231
9. Toolholders for Turning 260
10. Speed and Feed for the Lathe 301
11. Speed and Feed for the Mill 311
12. Machining Titanium Alloys 325
13. Lathe Tool Geometry 351
14. Mill Tool Geometry 361
15. Drill Tool Geometry 371
Quality
1. ISO 9001:2015 Review 122
2. Approaches to Maintenance 131
3. Equipment/Tool Design and Development 137
4. Customer-Focused Quality 155
Safety
1. Introduction to OSHA 101
2. Ergonomics 102
3. Personal Protective Equipment 111
4. Noise Reduction and Hearing Conservation 121
5. Respiratory Safety 131
6. Lockout/Tagout Procedures 141
7. SDS and Hazard Communication 151
8. Bloodborne Pathogens 161
9. Walking and Working Surfaces 171
10. Fire Safety and Prevention 181
11. Flammable/Combustible Liquids 191
12. Hand and Power Tool Safety 201
13. Safety for Lifting Devices 211
14. Powered Industrial Truck Safety 221
15. Confined Spaces 231
16. Environmental Safety Hazards 241
17. Machine Guarding 271
Shop Essentials (Applied Mathematics)
1. Math Fundamentals 101
2. Math: Fractions and Decimals 111
3. Manufacturing Process Applications: Part I 124
4. Manufacturing Process Applications: Part II 125
5. Algebra Fundamentals 141
6. Geometry: Lines and Angles 151
7. Geometry: Triangles 161
8. Geometry: Circles and Polygons 171
9. Trigonometry: The Pythagorean Theorem 201
10. Trigonometry: Sine, Cosine, Tangent 211
11. Statistics 231
Stamping
1. Die Components 130
2. Die Cutting Variables 200
Supervisor Essentials
1. Essentials of Leadership 100
2. Managing Performance: Best Practices 130
3. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions 135
4. Conflict Resolution Principles 150
5. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups 155
6. Team Leadership 160
7. Manufacturing Management 180
8. Personal Effectiveness 190
9. Managing the Diverse Workplace 210
10. Harassment and Discrimination 215
11. Performance Management and the Law 230
Welding
1. Fabrication Process 232
Workforce Essentials
1. Essentials of Communication 115
Workholding
1. Introduction to Workholding 101
2. Locating Devices 121
3. Clamping Basics 131
4. Chucks, Collets, and Vises 141
5. Drill Bushing Selection 230

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What is the average toolmaker salary?

According to Salary.com, the average salary for a toolmaker in the United States is $71,630 as of May 1, 2025.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

No.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 12 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

What hardware is included?

The course includes the Meta Quest 3 headset with the two controllers, a carrying case, and the Elite Strap.

What should I do if I encounter technical difficulties while using VR?

If there are issues with the simulations, you can contact a student advisor and/or access the VR Help Center in the Learning Management System, which includes documentation, videos, and guides to assist with any issues.

If there are any issues with the hardware, you should contact Meta for assistance.

Do I need any prior experience with VR technology to take this course?

You do not need to have any prior experience with VR technology to take the course. However, if you do not have any experience with VR, we have a Virtual Reality Navigator, a comprehensive guide with tutorials, games, glossary, and best practices in the virtual world.

Do I have to return the headset and accessories once I complete the course?

You do not have to return the headset and accessories once you complete the course, it is included in the cost of this program.

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Toolmaker with VR Training (VR Headset v3 Included)

Gain an intensive overview of the toolmaking industry and obtain the skills needed to work in it by leveraging VR training. You will learn a variety of fundamentals needed for career success, including workholding, math, inspection, safety, machining, materials, quality, grinding, and stamping.

Overview

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Syllabus

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Prerequisites

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