Master CAD CAM technology with hands-on training designed for real-world manufacturing. Our comprehensive courses combine CAM software programming with CNC machine operation, teaching you how machine accuracy and calibration directly impact part quality. Whether you're starting fresh or advancing your skills, gain the expertise to maximize efficiency, reduce errors, and deliver consistent results in precision machining environments.
Our CAD CAM Training Services
From foundational CAM programming to advanced measurement system operation, our courses equip you with practical skills for precision manufacturing.
CAM Software Training
Learn industry-standard CAM software with hands-on programming exercises tailored to your equipment. Master toolpath generation, post-processing, and optimization strategies that improve efficiency and reduce cycle times in real production environments.
Comprehensive training covering machine setup, operation best practices, and troubleshooting techniques. Understand how machine geometry, calibration, and maintenance directly affect part quality and dimensional accuracy in your machining operations.
Gain practical expertise with Renishaw's Laser Interferometer and QC20-W Ballbar systems. Learn proper setup procedures, accurate data collection methods, result interpretation, and basic troubleshooting to perform effective in-house machine diagnostics and performance validation.
Our training goes beyond theory to focus on real-world application in precision manufacturing environments. Each course is customized to your specific equipment and skill level, ensuring operators, programmers, and technicians gain immediately applicable knowledge. We emphasize understanding the critical relationship between machine accuracy, calibration, and part quality—knowledge that translates directly to improved efficiency, reduced scrap, and more predictable production outcomes.
Trusted By Manufacturers
Success Stories
Join manufacturing professionals who have elevated their precision machining capabilities through our comprehensive training programs.
"I have worked with Mr Sarkinen on a job in Portland
He is a Highly Skilled, Knowledgable Professional.
I would definitely recomend him for all your Machine Tool Calibration Metrics.
Sincerely
Curtis Page
Naughtellis CNC Service"
fab c
"This guy knows his stuff. Would definately recommend! Friendly good people!"
Lucas Pukas
"As plant manager at Triad, I am always looking for ways of testing and measuring the condition of our large machines. Our outside repair tech suggested that I have Sarkinen Calibrating run their Ball Bar Test on all of our machines to show if we had any critical wear issues..."
Mike Mills
"I have worked with Mr Sarkinen on a job in Portland
He is a Highly Skilled, Knowledgable Professional.
I would definitely recomend him for all your Machine Tool Calibration Metrics.
Sincerely
Curtis Page
Naughtellis CNC Service"
fab c
"This guy knows his stuff. Would definately recommend! Friendly good people!"
Lucas Pukas
"As plant manager at Triad, I am always looking for ways of testing and measuring the condition of our large machines. Our outside repair tech suggested that I have Sarkinen Calibrating run their Ball Bar Test on all of our machines to show if we had any critical wear issues..."
Mike Mills
"I have worked with Mr Sarkinen on a job in Portland
He is a Highly Skilled, Knowledgable Professional.
I would definitely recomend him for all your Machine Tool Calibration Metrics.
Sincerely
Curtis Page
Naughtellis CNC Service"
fab c
"This guy knows his stuff. Would definately recommend! Friendly good people!"
Lucas Pukas
"As plant manager at Triad, I am always looking for ways of testing and measuring the condition of our large machines. Our outside repair tech suggested that I have Sarkinen Calibrating run their Ball Bar Test on all of our machines to show if we had any critical wear issues..."
Mike Mills
The Sarkinen Difference
Why Choose Sarkinen Calibrating?
Training designed by professionals who understand manufacturing from the shop floor up.
Operator-Founded Expertise
Founded by a former machine operator, our training reflects real production experience and practical problem-solving approaches.
Equipment-Specific Curriculum
Every session is tailored to your actual machines and software, ensuring skills transfer immediately to your production floor.
NIST-Traceable Standards
Learn measurement techniques that meet industry-standard accuracy requirements traceable to NIST and International Standards.
Local Service Advantage
Serving Portland OR and SW Washington with faster scheduling and follow-up support than distant training providers.
Meet Your Instructor
Learn from someone who's been on the shop floor.
Larry
Founder
Larry's journey from machine operator to calibration service founder gives him a unique perspective on manufacturing training. He didn't start behind a desk—he started running machines, troubleshooting production issues, and learning firsthand how machine accuracy affects output quality. That experience shaped his approach to teaching CAD CAM and precision measurement. Larry understands the questions operators ask because he asked them himself. He knows the problems programmers face because he's solved them in real production environments. His training focuses on practical solutions that increase efficiency and quality, not just theoretical knowledge. For Larry, effective training means showing people how to look at their machining operations differently—how to identify issues before they become problems, how calibration affects part accuracy, and how proper technique minimizes downtime. His teaching style reflects years of hands-on experience and a genuine commitment to helping manufacturing professionals succeed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to learn CAD CAM?
Learning timelines vary based on your starting skill level and training goals. Our courses are structured to deliver practical, immediately applicable skills, with foundational CAM programming typically covered in focused sessions over several days. Advanced topics and measurement system training can be completed in additional dedicated sessions. We customize training duration to match your team's needs and equipment.
How can I learn CAD CAM?
The most effective approach combines structured instruction with hands-on practice on actual equipment. Our training programs provide both—expert instruction tailored to your specific CAM software and CNC machines, combined with practical exercises that mirror real production scenarios. This ensures skills transfer directly to your shop floor operations.
What CAM software platforms do you teach?
Our training is customized to the CAM software and CNC equipment your facility actually uses. We focus on practical application rather than generic instruction, ensuring participants learn workflows and techniques that apply directly to your production environment and existing tooling.
Is this training suitable for beginners?
Yes. We tailor each course to participant skill levels, from foundational machine operation and basic CAM programming through advanced measurement system operation. Whether you're training new operators or upskilling experienced technicians, curriculum is adjusted to match your team's current capabilities and learning objectives.
Do you provide training at our facility?
Training can be delivered at your location using your equipment, which maximizes relevance and allows immediate application to your production environment. This approach also enables team training without travel costs or machine downtime from off-site attendance.
What equipment do participants need for measurement system training?
For Renishaw Laser Interferometer and Ballbar training, participants work with these actual measurement systems during instruction. If your facility has this equipment, training can be conducted on-site. Otherwise, we provide access to the necessary tools during structured training sessions.
Will training include machine calibration concepts?
Absolutely. Understanding the relationship between machine accuracy, calibration, and part quality is fundamental to our curriculum. Participants learn how geometric errors affect machining, how to interpret calibration data, and how proper maintenance supports consistent production outcomes.
Can training help reduce our scrap and rework rates?
Yes. By teaching operators and programmers how machine condition and calibration affect part accuracy, training helps identify and prevent issues before they impact production. Understanding these relationships leads to better setup practices, more effective troubleshooting, and more predictable machining results.
Ready to Elevate Your Team's Skills?
Contact us to discuss customized training programs that match your equipment, skill levels, and production goals.
Traceable & Trusted
Awards and Recognition
NIST-Traceable Measurements
All calibration instruction meets NIST standards
5-Star Customer Rating
Consistently rated excellent by manufacturing clients
Operator-Founded Company
Training built on real shop floor experience
Get Started with CAD CAM Training Today
Tell us about your team's skill level and training goals. We'll design a program that delivers practical, immediately applicable expertise for your manufacturing environment.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (360) 907-3058 You can also send us a quick email at
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (360) 907-3058 You can also send us a quick email at