Case Study: Stark State College prepares students for real-world CNC careers with Mastercam

Stark State College - Customer Case Study

Stark State College, a technical college in Ohio, faced the challenge of preparing its diverse student body for entry-level careers in CNC machining. The school needed to ensure students learned on the software most used by local manufacturers to provide them with relevant, real-world skills. They chose to implement Mastercam, specifically its Mill, Mill-Turn, Lathe, and Multiaxis products, to meet this need.

By using Mastercam, Stark State provided students with an industry-standard CAD/CAM solution that is easy to learn and use. The software’s Backplot and Verify features allowed students to simulate and catch potential errors before machining, ensuring efficient learning. With the support of their local Mastercam reseller, instructors became certified and developed a project-based curriculum. The solution ensured graduates left with a thorough understanding of the most widely used CAM software and the necessary certifications to succeed in their machining careers.

Stark State College

Steve Tornero

Industrial Technologies Department Chair