Die Setter with VR Training (VR Headset v3 Included)   

This course provides an intensive overview of die setting with a virtual reality (VR) component. You will learn the math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, and fabrication skills needed to work as a die setter in 12 months or less.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

The following materials will be shipped to you approximately 15 business days after enrollment:

• Meta Quest 3 VR Headset Kit (headset, 2 controllers, case, and elite strap)

Material Fees are non-refundable upon registration.

Please note: Due to the high cost of the kit, it will not ship until 15 days after your start date. We are unable to deliver the kit to P.O. Boxes; you may be asked to provide an alternate shipping address for your delivery.

By starting a career as a die setter, you will become a skilled worker who plays a pivotal role in the manufacturing process. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that about 35,400 job openings for machinists and tool and die makers are projected annually, on average, through 2033.

This accelerated die setter training course provides an intensive overview of math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, and fabrication and will prepare you for a successful career as a die setter. The course includes a press brake operator training component, covering skills like operations and procedures.

To further strengthen your understanding of die setting, the course includes the Meta Quest 3 headset with two controllers, a carrying case, and the Elite Strap. You will use this headset to complete 10 labs/simulations using virtual reality (VR) technology in real-world scenarios.

1. CNC
   1. Introduction to CAD and CAM for Machining 241
2. Electrical Systems
   1. Safety for Electrical Work 111
3. Inspection
   1. Basic Measurement 101
   2. Basics of Tolerance 121
   3. Blueprint Reading 131
   4. Hole Standards and Inspection 141
   5. Thread Standards and Inspection 151
   6. Surface Texture and Inspection 201
   7. Inspecting a Prismatic Part 321
   8. Inspecting a Cylindrical Part 331
   9. In-Line Inspection Applications 381
4. Lean
   1. Lean Manufacturing Overview 101
   2. Continuous Process Improvement: Managing Flow 124
   3. Continuous Process Improvement: Identifying and Eliminating Waste 125
   4. Total Productive Maintenance 141
   5. 5S Overview 151
   6. Intro to Six Sigma 171
   7. Troubleshooting 181
   8. SPC Overview 211
   9. Metrics of Lean 231
   10. Process Flow Charting 241
   11. Strategies for Setup Reduction 251
   12. Six Sigma Goals and Tools 310
5. Materials
   1. Introduction to Physical Properties 101
   2. Introduction to Mechanical Properties 111
   3. Introduction to Metals 121
   4. Classification of Steel 201
   5. Essentials of Heat Treatment of Steel 211
   6. Ferrous Metals 231
   7. Nonferrous Metals 241
   8. Exotic Alloys 301
6. Mechanical Systems
   1. Lubricant Fundamentals 211
7. Metal Cutting
   1. Metal Cutting Fluid Safety 231
   2. Machining Titanium Alloys 325
   3. Optimizing Tool Life and Process 381
8. Motor Controls
   1. Limit Switches and Proximity Sensors 231
   2. Specs for Servomotors 330
9. Press Brake
   1. Press Brake Safety 100
   2. Press Brake Components 110
   3. Bending Fundamentals 120
   4. Die Bending Operations 130
   5. Operating the Press Brake 200
   6. Press Brake Specifications 220
10. Quality
    1. ISO 9001:2015 Review 122
    2. Approaches to Maintenance 131
    3. Process Design and Development 133
    4. Production System Design and Development 136
    5. Equipment/Tool Design and Development 137
    6. Customer-Focused Quality 155
11. Robotics
    1. Robot Sensors 315
    2. Robot Control Systems 317
12. Safety
    1. Introduction to OSHA 101
    2. Ergonomics 102
    3. Personal Protective Equipment 111
    4. Noise Reduction and Hearing Conservation 121
    5. Respiratory Safety 131
    6. Lockout/Tagout Procedures 141
    7. SDS and Hazard Communication 151
    8. Bloodborne Pathogens 161
    9. Walking and Working Surfaces 171
    10. Fire Safety and Prevention 181
    11. Flammable/Combustible Liquids 191
    12. Hand and Power Tool Safety 201
    13. Safety for Lifting Devices 211
    14. Powered Industrial Truck Safety 221
    15. Confined Spaces 231
    16. Environmental Safety Hazards 241
    17. Machine Guarding 271
13. Shop Essentials (Applied Mathematics)
    1. Math Fundamentals 101
    2. Math: Fractions and Decimals 111
    3. Units of Measurement 112
    4. Algebra Fundamentals 141
    5. Geometry: Lines and Angles 151
    6. Geometry: Triangles 161
    7. Geometry: Circles and Polygons 171
    8. Statistics 231
14. Stamping
    1. Press Basics 110
    2. Stamping Safety 115
    3. Punch and Die Operations 120
    4. Die Components 130
    5. Coil Handling Equipment 140
    6. Die Cutting Variable 200
    7. Monitoring Press Operations 220
    8. Coil loading Procedures 250
    9. Die Setting Procedures 300
15. Supervisor Essentials
    1. Essentials of Leadership 100
    2. Managing Performance: Best Practices 130
    3. Managing Performance: Corrective Actions 135
    4. Basics of Manufacturing Costs 140
    5. Conflict Resolution Principles 150
    6. Conflict Resolution for Different Groups 155
    7. Team Leadership 160
    8. Personal Effectiveness 190
    9. Managing the Diverse Workplace 210
    10. Harassment and Discrimination 215
    11. Performance Management and the Law 230
16. Welding
    1. Material Tests for Welding 201
17. Workforce Essentials
    1. Essentials of Communication 115
18. Workholding
    1. Clamping Basics 131
19. Virtual Labs/Simulations (optional)
    1. Hand and Power Tool Safety
    2. Safety Awareness in Manufacturing
    3. Fire Safety
    4. Lockout Tagout Procedures
    5. Rigging Equipment Safety and Inspection
    6. 5S and Hand Tool Identification
    7. Inspecting Groove Width
    8. Inspecting Thread Sizes
    9. Inspecting Depth
    10. Inspecting Inside Diameter
    11. Inspecting Outer Diameters I
    12. Inspecting Outer Diameters II

What you will learn

• Production floor safety
• Metallurgy
• Press operation and procedures
• Press brake operation and procedures
• Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM
• Inspection methods

How you will benefit

• Explore our new Benefits of Virtual Reality flyer to get a better understanding of the value this course provides
• Prepare for a career as a die setter or machine technician
• Gain the skills you need to confidently perform your job
• Enrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions

This is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email.