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The Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI) and Mastercam have partnered to enhance the workforce development program, America’s Cutting Edge (ACE). The software has been added to ACE’s no-cost, in-person training offerings, which aims to revitalize the US machining industry. This partnership provides benefits such as career advancement, improved productivity, and cost savings. The first Mastercam bootcamp was held at Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC) and will be replicated at other ACE partner sites. To participate, students must complete the online ACE Mastercam CNC machining course first. The trial program focuses on hands-on CNC machining training and classroom-style instruction using Mastercam software. IACMI is a leading organization in advanced manufacturing, and Mastercam is a prominent provider of CAD/CAM solutions. The partnership aims to provide industrially-relevant machining experiences for participants and increase opportunities in the industry.