Caroline Koenig
Certified Engineering Technologist
Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada
"The Vincennes University HTEC course pulls together key CNC elements: programming, machine interface, operation set-up and all in three days - that's pretty impressive. This is CNC learning in a state-of-the-art facility, with a dedicated master instructor offering a step-by-step approach to high speed machining. Upfront preparation by way of online tutorials takes the edge off the learning curve - so be prepared to do some independent learning to get the most out of this. The Immerse2Learn tutorials give a clear picture of CNC language with excellent visuals of G&M codes, work offsets, tool offsets, and canned cycles. Now I was speaking G code!
In-class training provides actual Haas control panel interface and in-depth program writing for each machining process. Regular trips to the shop after each programming step breaks up the monotony of class work - a real learn-it do-it approach. You will leave with a clear understanding of feed/speed selections, tooling types and applications. It gets even better when you run your own machine to prepare your part blank by manual milling but the real fun starts when you run your part at 240 ipm at 10,00rpm!
If you are looking for a course which will deliver - this is it. If you come prepared you could leave with a NIMS credential and better than that you will have the confidence to push your own buttons."
Bob Skodzinsky
Manager - Haas Technical Education Center Network
Haas Automation, Inc.
Oxnard, CA
"Your manufacturing technology programs at Vincennes University are an outstanding example of state-of-the-art programs that graduate work-ready, highly skilled manufacturing technologists for many demanding careers in many companies. Haas Automation has been the fortunate recipient of a group of your graduates and found them to be excellent contributors to our manufacturing operations.
Your outlined plans for developing on-going advanced programs and specialized CNC teacher training will be an outstanding benefit to many education programs, equipping teachers to present current technology and curriculum to many manufacturing programs throughout North America. We are all aware of the importance of manufacturing to our economy and the shortage of well trained, qualified manufacturing practitioners. Your program is filling an ongoing need for skilled employees. We thank you for your dedication and efforts of the entire VU manufacturing education staff."
Curtis Boggs
Haas Factory Outlet
Indianapolis, IN
Distributor of American-Made Haas CNC Machine Tools
"As America continues to recover from the most recent recession, it is increasingly apparent that the American manufacturing community is more critical than ever to the future of this great country. We will not thrive as a service driven economy alone. We must create wealth here at home, and domestic manufacturing has historically led this front.
One of the greatest challenges we face in this industry is finding well qualified personnel who are able and willing to do this work. Meeting these challenges requires an educational system that graduates qualified candidates; and naturally, instructors who are able to teach the required courses to prepare the students for the real world of modern manufacturing.
As a machine tool distributor for an American-made product, it is paramount to our sustained success that these types of employees are available to us for years to come. To that end, we know of no finer institution in the world that meets these demands than Vincennes University. VU's continued and distinguished service to the educational needs of the manufacturing community is unparalleled.
We believe so strongly in what VU is doing, we have made significant financial investments in their manufacturing programs over the past five years. We heartily endorse their efforts as being worthy of support from anyone believes manufacturing is essential to our continued success as a country."
Bill Beard
Vincennes University
Precision Manufacturing Instructor
"Just wanted to say thanks for the training. I have never learned so much in such a short amount of time. The class was very well structured and covered all the basics. I now feel comfortable writing programs and setting up the Haas CNC Mill. I plan to teach a CNC Milling Class this fall and thanks to the training you provided I will be ready. The class taught me how to program and operate the mill, and gave me some great ideas for teaching CNC programming as well. I would highly recommend this class to anyone in the CNC educational field. For me this is only the beginning. I plan to take additional classes at your HTEC Facility in the near future."
News & Events
CAD/CAM Technologies Presents Mastercam's Newest Software
Indiana Center for Applied Technology HTEC
Representatives from CAD/CAM Technologies were on hand Thursday, March 15 from 9am to noon to rollout the newest release of the Mastercam design and CNC programming software - version X6.
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Keeping the Instructors out of trouble during the contest :)
Vincennes University HTEC CNC Lab
Hundreds of students were on the Vincennes University campus for the Skills USA region 4 and 5 competition Saturday, February 25.
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VU HTEC CNC Lab
Twelve members of the Vincennes University HTEC Advisory Committee met four hours February 24, 2012 in their semi annual committee meeting-click icon to see the agenda.
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CAD/CAM/CNC applied to Pinewood Derby Car Design and Machining
Vincennes University HTEC CNC Training Center
What could be more fun than a Saturday family activity in the CNC shop designing, programming and machining Cub Scout Pinewood Derby cars?.
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Vincennes University HTEC
CNC Teachers from Wisconsin, California and Indiana completed the unique, hybrid online/onsite Vincennes University Mastercam Mill Certification class.
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VU HTEC Training Center
The November 15 Renishaw Ballbar Test Training class was attended by 6 people from industry and 2 from post-secondary education.
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Vincennes University HTEC CNC Training Center
Another CNC Milling Programming, Setup and Operations class is in the books.
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The Art of Machining Titanium
October 29, 2011
VU HTEC Lab
Another 'Art of Machining Titanium' class is in the books.
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Demonstration of Haas CNC / ABB Robotic Work Cell
Auburn Hills, Michigan
ABB Robotics hosted their annual Technology Days at the ABB Tech Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan October 11 -13, 2011.
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September 20, 2011
Vincennes University HTEC CNC Training Lab
Renishaw's Dan Skulan presented the first of many monthly 1-day ballbar training classes to be held at the VU HTEC CNC training center.
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A New VU-Renishaw 'Getting Started with Ballbar Testing' Course
Vincennes University HTEC Lab - See 'Training' for class dates
This one day "Getting Started with Ballbar Testing " course is for new and potential ballbar users.
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Vincennes University HTEC CNC Training Lab
Teachers from some of Indiana's top secondary Precision Machining programs attended the Vincennes University HTEC CNC training center for the CNC Milling Level 1 NIMS class.
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5th Annual Americas HTEC CNC Educators Conference, Phoenix, Arizona July 12-14, 2011.
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Teachers Gear-Up to Teach CNC Education Classes
Vincennes University HTEC CNC Lab
NIMS Level 1 CNC Milling Course in Action.
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Candidates successfully complete the CNC Turning Level 1 project
VU HTEC Training Center
May 24-26 marked the first CNC Turning Level 1 NIMS class in the new HTEC training center at Vincennes University.
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CNC Machining, Robotics, and Mining Simulation Featured
Vincennes ICAT Building
"Hands-on" manufacturing technology education was the order of the day for 60 Jasper Middle School students and their teachers March 3 and 4 in the ICAT building.
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Candidates successfully complete the CNC Milling Level 1 project
VU HTEC Training Center
February 22-24 marked the first ever CNC Milling Level 1 NIMS class in the new HTEC training center at Vincennes University.
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Super CNC Saturday (Tuesday Edition)
Vincennes University HTEC Training Lab
The VU Manufacturing Club members that attended the High Production Machining seminar had a real eye opening experience.
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Ten VU Precision Manufacturing Students Participate
Vincennes University HTEC
The ICAT building was once again the place to be on a Saturday morning to learn about the "Art of machining Titanium".
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VU HTEC Partner Renishaw Provides Educator & Partner Training
Vincennes University HTEC
January 18-20 marked the second Renishaw Metrology and Ball Bar training class in the new HTEC CNC lab at Vincennes University.
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1/2 Off Training Cost for the First 30 HTEC Teachers that Enroll
Vincennes University HTEC Teacher Training Center
The Gene Haas Foundation has generously provided scholarship funding in the amount of $20,250.
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'The Art of Machining Titanium'
December 11, 2010
Flying-S Aerospace manufacturing engineer Peter Bowman, and Flying-S CNC machinists Ben Parrish and Jacob Bowman, teamed up to present the first "Super CNC Saturdays" class in the new VU HTEC lab.
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Vincennes, Indiana
Dosatron USA, headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, manufacturer of water powered dosing equipment, has become the latest Vincennes University HTEC partner.
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Indianapolis, Indiana
Vincennes University was once again an exhibitor at the International Motorsports Industry Show.
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Vincennes University
On November 10th Vincennes University hosted its first day long training class in the brand new Haas Technical Education Center (HTEC) training lab.
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Vincennes, IN
The Grand Opening of the VU HTEC Teacher Training took place on October 27, 2010.
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Save The Date!
Vincennes University
This day long event is open to all manufacturing technology educators.
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Mastercam IOF 2009-2010 challenges students to design and cut a NASCAR style gear shift lever and knob for a team of celebrity judges from Stewart-Haas Racing: Tony Stewart, owner and driver of #14; Ryan Newman, driver of #39; and CNC Shop Manager, Brad Harris.
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