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CNC milling, or computer numerical control milling, is a machining process which employs computerised controls and rotating multi-point cutting tools to progressively remove material from the work piece and produce a custom-designed part or product. This process is suitable for machining a wide range of materials, such as metal, plastic, glass, and wood, and producing a variety of custom-designed parts and products.
The CNC Milling competition prepares you for industry by putting you in the role of the CNC machinist. Competitors will work to a set brief and use CNC machine tools to cut, drill, shape and finish products and components used in engineering and manufacturing.
How competing has helped Joel’s career and skill set.
Mastercam UK is offering free training licenses to training providers and colleges who have students registered for this competition for more information email support@mastercam.co.uk
Math Skills
IT Skills
Understanding of health and safety
Safe handling of machinery
Familiarity with CAD/CAM system
Problem Solving
Interpret Drawings
Process Planning
Registrations are now open and close midnight 28th March 2024.
Entry stage sent out after registrations close on the 1st of April, competitors will have 2 hours to complete the task with a final deadline of 26th April 2024.
Remote qualifier to take place from the 20th of May at your place of study or employment.
To help finalists prepare ahead of the UK Final, we will provide relevant technical training and share mindset development techniques, to support them to remain focused on achieving success.
National finals will take place between the 18th-22nd November 2024 in Manchester (venues TBC)
Competitors who are age eligible and have achieved the benchmark score will be invited to opt into Squad UK during December 2024 for the WorldSkills 2026 Cycle, subject to the skill progressing to the international competition cycle
If you’re interested in CNC Milling then visit our Careers pages to learn more.
