SolidCAM Training Courses & Resources

Get productive fast with expert-led instruction and on-demand learning tools.

In a high-volume production environment, software downtime is a luxury you can’t afford. Whether you are onboarding a new programmer or transitioning your shop to complex 5-Axis or Swiss-type machining, our SolidCAM training courses are engineered to minimize the learning curve. We focus on the practical application of the software, ensuring your team can generate safe, optimized G-code immediately while reducing scrap, improving cycle times, and keeping production moving without unnecessary delays.

Professional SolidCAM Training Courses

We provide tiered training formats tailored to your shop’s specific needs, from foundational setup to advanced multi-channel synchronization.
Each training option is designed to deliver measurable improvements in programming efficiency, setup time, and machining accuracy, depending on your team’s experience level and production goals.

On-site In-Person Training

The most effective way to optimize your workflow is to have our experts work directly at your facility. On-site training combines software instruction with live machine integration, allowing your team to work through real parts using your exact machines, tooling, and post-processors.

This approach is especially valuable in active production environments, where even small inefficiencies can lead to costly delays. By addressing your current processes in real time, we help eliminate programming errors before they reach the machine, streamline setup procedures, and ensure best practices are applied immediately. The result is a faster transition from training to full production, with improvements you can see on the shop floor right away.

Live Virtual Training

For teams requiring flexibility without sacrificing interaction, our virtual SolidCAM training courses offer live, instructor-led sessions. Through real-time screen sharing and direct communication, programmers can walk through challenges as they arise, making the learning process both efficient and highly practical. We offer specialized tracks for:

Core Programming: Milling, Turning, and 2.5D operations.
Advanced Applications: Simultaneous 5-Axis, Mill-Turn, and specialized Swiss-type programming.

On-Demand Video Learning

SolidCAM Academy (e-Learning)

The SolidCAM Academy is our flagship e-Learning portal, offering a comprehensive library of structured video modules. This is the primary resource for programmers who need to master new functionalities on their own schedule. The courses cover the full range of SolidCAM features, ensuring your team stays up to date with the latest version of the software. Because the content is always available, it becomes a reliable resource not just for initial training, but for ongoing reference as new challenges arise.

Swiss Machining Academy

Developed in partnership with the Titans of CNC, the Swiss Machining Academy is a 27-module video series that focuses exclusively on the unique challenges of Swiss-type machining. It covers everything from stock definition and toolpath creation to the complex part handoffs and synchronization required for "Done-in-One" production. Breaking advanced workflows into clear, practical steps helps programmers reduce errors, improve cycle times, and gain confidence in managing even the most complex Swiss applications.

Technical Documentation and Supporting Tools

For deep dives into specific parameters or logic, our full technical documentation library provides exhaustive manuals for every SolidCAM module. For experienced users who want to push the software further, it offers a reliable reference point when working through complex or highly customized applications. Whether fine-tuning post-processors, adjusting machining strategies, or troubleshooting specific issues, this resource provides the level of depth required for precise control.

SolidCAM ChatBot & Practice Parts

SolidCAM ChatBot

Access instant technical support directly from your TaskPane with the SolidCAM ChatBot, your built-in CAM assistant for SolidCAM 2025. Get quick answers, workflow guidance, and direct links to documentation and training videos right inside SolidWorks.

Getting Started

Download pre-configured CAM-Parts to practice toolpath creation, simulation, and post-processing in a controlled environment. These parts showcase best practices for milling, turning, and multi-tasking that reflect real machining scenarios, allowing users to experiment with new strategies without risking production.

Stay Ahead: What’s New in SolidCAM 2026

The 2026 release of SolidCAM introduces major advancements in AI-driven automation and multi-axis efficiency, helping shops further reduce programming time while improving machining performance. Key highlights include:

AI Feature Recognition

Automated identification of complex geometries to suggest optimal toolpath strategies instantly.

Next-Gen Swiss Sync:

Enhanced visual interface for multi-channel synchronization, reducing cycle times for complex part transfers.

Enhanced 5-Axis Logic

New algorithms for superior surface finishes and reduced tool wear in hard-metal machining.

Cloud-Native ToolKit

Seamlessly sync your tool libraries across multiple workstations for total shop-floor consistency.

Maximize Your Machine Utilization

Stop struggling with trial-and-error programming. Whether you need intensive on-site SolidCAM training courses or 24/7 access to our online resources, we will provide you with the path to peak productivity.

If you are ready to see the software in action before starting your training, contact us to speak with a technical specialist.