GibbsCAM Intermediate Turning – WestCAM Solutions Inc

GibbsCAM Intermediate Turning – Live Online

Each course consists of 6 morning classes, Tuesday through Friday for two weeks.

Description

In this course, we explore the full range of capabilities offered by the GibbsCAM turning module. You’ll learn a variety of machining strategies aimed at creating more efficient operations, reducing cycle times, and extending tool life. Our instructors bring decades of real-world mill-turn experience and are eager to share their expertise with you. The live online environment allows students to ask questions which will be addressed quickly and clearly. With no travel requirements, participants can literally be anywhere, at work or perhaps in the comfort of their own home. CAM training is known to be a great investment. The benefits will begin immediately and continue well after the course has paid for itself.

Pre-requisites

Basic experience and knowledge of GibbsCAM or other turning programs is required.

Computers

Recommended hardware:

2 monitors are recommended. One to run GibbsCAM, the other to display the instructor’s screen.
Note: the system we use does not have a dial-in option. Speakers and a microphone or headphones with microphone will be required.
High-speed Internet Connection.
Windows 10 or 11 (with all available Windows updates).
Intel: Core i9, or i7 with four or more cores or AMD: Ryzen or Threadripper.
16GB RAM
A quality Nvidia or AMD (ATI) 3D accelerated video card with 2+ GB of video memory with the latest drivers installed.
Send setup related questions to billy@westcam.com.

Software
A 30-day GibbsCAM timed license will be provided.

Topics Covered Include

Overview of the mill-turn interface
Import solids and define stock
Introduction to solid modeling and extracting geometry from solids
Create high speed roughing strategies using VoluTurn and Prime Turn
Advanced threading: tapered, variable pitch, scroll threading, thread clipping
Milling using polar and cylindrical interpolation
4-Axis radial milling processes
Transition from mill-turns to double spindle multi-task machines
Eccentric turning
Advanced turning features: notch ramp, peck turn, advanced approach/retract, drill-turn
Define turning tools and holders in GibbsCAM using solids
Lathe drilling: counter rotating live tools
Add cutting data to tools
Advanced coding options

FAQ

Is The Training Described Above Video Training?

No, the training described above is on-line training with live instructors. It is not video training such as Cognus. It is much closer to classroom training.

Can You Provide More Information About Cognus Video Training?

Cognus on-line video training is an excellent supplement to our courses. We recommend all GibbsCAM beginner users to take the free course which can be found at the following u003ca href=u0022https://courses.cognus.co/courses/production-milling-turningu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003ehttps://courses.cognus.co/courses/production-milling-turningu003c/au003e.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eFor higher-level course material, the Cognus Premium Package covers a wide range of topics and is available at the following u003ca href=u0022https://courses.cognus.co/courses/cognus-premium-subscription-packageu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003ehttps://courses.cognus.co/courses/cognus-premium-subscription-packageu003c/au003e. Pricing for the Premium Package has been reduced temporarily from $495 to $295.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eWe have found that the more complex the material is, the better suited it is to live training. That is the reason we are offering the live online courses using Discord.

Are There Pre-Requisites for the Courses?

u003cstrongu003eA. GibbsCAM Essentials – (Introductory Course)u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eThere are no pre-requisites. The u003ca href=u0022https://courses.cognus.co/courses/introduction-to-milling-tutorialu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eProduction Milling for GibbsCAMu003c/au003e FREE Cognus course is recommended. Let us know if you need a temporary seat of GibbsCAM to use while you take this video training course.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eB. GibbsCAM Advanced Concepts – (Advanced Course)u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003ePre-requisite – The GibbsCAM Essentials Course or experience and knowledge of basic GibbsCAM. If the Essentials course was not taken before by the participant, then equivalency can quickly be determined during a short call with an instructor. Send an email to chuck@westcam.co to set up a time for a call.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eC. GibbsCAM 4u0026amp;5-Axis Machining – (Multi-Axis High Level Course)u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003ePre-requisite – GibbsCAM Advanced Concepts Course or experience and knowledge of Advanced GibbsCAM. If the Advanced Concepts course was not taken before by the participant, then equivalency can be determined during a call with an instructor. Send an email to chuck@westcam.co to set up a time for a call.

What is the cancellation policy?

A. Customers making cancellations ten business days or more in advance of the start date will be given a choice to either have a credit on file with WestCAM for a future course or be reimbursed. If reimbursement is chosen, WestCAM will send a check for the full amount within ten business days.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eB. Cancellations which are made six to ten business days prior to the course start date will receive 50% reimbursement.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eC. Cancellations which are made zero to five business days prior to the course start date will not receive reimbursement

Intermediate Turning

February 10-18, 2026

3 hours in length each day

10:00AM – 1:00PM Mountain Time
9:00AM – 12:00PM Pacific Time

$1,145