Concepts of CNC
Client:
Humanmade
Completion date:
January 15, 2023
Category:
E-learning
The challenge
Currently, all equipment training at Humanmade is on-site and instructor led, combining safety, theory, and practical skills in the same sessions. This works well for most equipment, especially in the woodshop and metal shop where hands-on skills are crucial.
However, CNC machines are the most complex tools in the shop, and require a significant amount of theory and computer skills that must be understood before touching the machine, which makes in-person training inefficient.
The development process
When redesigning Humanmade training, I aimed to enhance efficiency and support for all skill levels by incorporating e-learning modules.
Current training materials include printed booklets and 1-page job aids, which are limited in information, can't be updated after printing, and lack multimedia capabilities. E-learning addresses these issues while also allowing users to learn at their own pace. Novices can take their time, revisit information, and access supplementary resources, while experienced users can skip familiar content and focus on filling in knowledge gaps.
While hands-on tools will always require some in-person training or instructor skill verification, I believe that developing online content can streamline in-person sessions, accommodate larger groups, and potentially reduce costs for trainees and the organization.
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The results
This training program is still in development, but early results are promising:
- Learners who completed the electronic pre-training scored the same or higher on comprehension and knowledge retention tests.
- These learners successfully transferred terminology and concepts during in-person practice sessions.
- Despite varying times to complete interactive lessons, all learners showed similar improvement, highlighting the importance of self paced learning that can adapt to learners with different needs.
If successful ,we also plan to produce beginner-friendly CNC project guides for learners to practice their skills, supporting learners even after their training.
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