Mastercam Supports Manufacturing Month With Full Access to CAD/CAM Training

This October, in celebration of Manufacturing Month, Mastercam is proud to support the next generation of makers by offering free CAD/CAM training through Mastercam University. The initiative aligns with Manufacturing Day (MFG Day), held annually on the first Friday of October. The manufacturing industry comes together nationwide to inspire the future manufacturers, machinists, and engineers.

What is Manufacturing Day?

Manufacturing Day was created by the Manufacturing Institute and the National Association of Manufacturers to showcase the incredible manufacturing industry and the career opportunities within modern manufacturing. Over time, this celebration expanded into Manufacturing Month, with events and educational opportunities continuing throughout the month of October.

Explore Mastercam University

Learn about CNC programming by exploring hundreds of videos on Mastercam University. Mastercam is offering free, unlimited access to Mastercam University for the entire month of October 1 to October 31. Whether you’re a student, educator, programmer looking to advance your skills, or simply someone looking to explore a new career path, this is a fantastic opportunity to dive into the world of manufacturing and sharpen your CAD/CAM skills.

What You Will Get Access To

• Course Library: 398+ training videos across 9 comprehensive courses
• Total Content: 25+ hours of expert-led instruction
• Course Variety: From beginner basics to advanced Multi-Axis and Mill-Turn
• Global Community: Join over 18,000 learners who’ve already watched 1,000+ hours of content
• Skill Building: Perfect for machinists, programmers, and educators

Featured Courses

• Mastercam Basic Series
• Mastercam Core
• MP Post Basics
• STEM: Principles of Manufacturing and Machining
• Mill-Turn
• Multiaxis
• Lathe
• 3D Mill

These courses are ideal for machinists, programmers, and educators looking to sharpen their skills using the world’s best CAD/CAM software.

Who Is Eligible?

Anyone with a myMastercam account can participate! Don’t have one? Sign up here to get started.

Student or educator can continue to access Mastercam University for FREE after October if:

• Their school has a current Mastercam CONNECT license
• Their email ends in “.edu” or “.ac”.

This extended access helps ensure that students and educators can keep building manufacturing skills year-round!

Why MFG Day Matters

MFG Day is more than just a celebration, it’s a movement that aims to expose youth and career changers to modern manufacturing careers. Additionally, the initiative moves to break outdated stereotypes about manufacturing, while highlighting innovation, technology, and the various opportunities in the industry – all while connecting students and educators with real-world applications and employers.

Join the Movement

Throughout October, nearly 400 events in over 42 states will take place. From plant tours and webinars to hands-on workshops and career expos. Companies around the world open their doors, classrooms, educational resources, and team up with their communities to shift perceptions and inspire.

This Manufacturing Day, and throughout Manufacturing Month, Mastercam invites you to unlock unlimited possibilities. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance, Mastercam University is your resource to sharpen your skills for a future in modern manufacturing.

Let’s shape the future of manufacturing together!

Sign Up Now and Start Learning!

Getting started is simple:

• Create your free myMastercam account (or log in if you already have one)
• Navigate to Mastercam University
• Start exploring courses immediately – no additional sign-up required

For a full list of events and more information on careers in manufacturing, visit the Official MFG Day website here.