Additive Workflows Pathway

Days 1 and 2: In-Person Essentials AM Learning

Essentials courses provide learners with a comprehensive overview of Additive Workflows. Participants will learn advanced technologies for additive part design, DfAM, and topology optimization. In addition, they will explore key AM business cases and learn to evaluate the costs and benefits of additive technology adoption, helping them understand the value proposition for their organization.

Day 3- In-Person In-Depth Technology Course - Powder Based Workflows (SLS)
‍AM Technology courses offer an in-depth exploration of Additive Workflows for specific technologies. Each AM Technology course is a 1-day, 6-hour session. Technology courses will be offered on Wednesdays, rotating each week, starting with extrusion (second week), resin (third week) and powder bed tech (fourth week). Please note some schedules may vary.

Elevate your design and production capabilities with CCAT’s Design & Workflow Execution in Powder-Based Additive Manufacturing class. 

1. Understand the specific design strategies required for powder-based additive manufacturing, including considerations for powder flow, layer fusion, and part geometry.
2. Gain proficiency in optimizing workflows for powder-based 3D printing, ensuring efficient use of materials, time, and resources from design to finished product.
3. Develop skills in safe and effective powder handling, including storage, recycling, and waste management, to maintain a secure and sustainable production environment.
4. Learn methods for inspecting and ensuring the quality of parts produced through powder-based additive manufacturing, including post-processing techniques like sintering and heat treatment.
5. Acquire hands-on skills in preparing, handling, and post-processing with additive manufacturing machinery to uphold smooth operational workflows.

• Understand core additive manufacturing (AM) concepts, terminology, materials, and processes relevant to prototyping, tooling, and production.
• Differentiate between major AM technologies, including extrusion, resin, and powder bed systems, and determine the appropriate technology for specific applications.
• Apply principles of Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) and utilize topology optimization tools to enhance part functionality, efficiency, and manufacturability.
• Interpret and evaluate AM workflows from design through post-processing, recognizing the digital thread that connects each phase.
• Demonstrate hands-on proficiency with AM software and hardware to safely set up, operate, and troubleshoot additive systems.
• Analyze print quality, process parameters, and production data to identify variables affecting accuracy, repeatability, and performance.
• Assess the business case and value proposition for AM adoption to support organizational readiness and technology integration within the defense and industrial supply base.

The Additive Workflows Training is designed for anyone interested in learning about additive manufacturing (AM) and how it fits into today’s digital manufacturing environment. Whether you’re a designer, engineer, technician, operator, manager, or simply exploring additive technologies for the first time, this training provides a practical introduction to additive processes and workflows.