ACE

Welcome to the UF Americas Cutting Edge (ACE) Program!

We currently offer in-person trainings for the CNC Machining and Metrology programs.

Please contact Katie Basinger-Ellis (katie.basinger@ufl.edu) for more information about our next in-person events.

Online Trainings: Open

PeopleMeet our team CurriculumLearn what it takes to become a machinist–from the basics & beyond Program Schedule
Online & In-Person TrainingTake the free online course at your own pace and qualify for a potential spot in our in-person training.

MADE FOR MACHINERY

With high demand, job security, and good pay, there’s no better time to build a career in one of the country’s fastest-growing sectors.

Average pay with benefits for U.S. manufacturing workers:

$95,900

WHY THE U.S. NEEDS MACHINISTS

Common Job Titles

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist
CNC Programmer
Mechanical Engineer
Metrologist
Entrepreneur
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Top Job Skills

Operate cutting or grinding equipment
Quality assessment: test materials, solutions, or samples
Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for additive manufacturing
Critical thinking and problem solving
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