MARITIME INDUSTRIAL BASE
Advance your career with a specialized industrial 3D printing training program — at no cost. Exclusively for professionals in the Maritime Industrial Base (MIB), this comprehensive course offers hands-on experience in data preparation, metal laser powder bed fusion (PBF-LB) system operation, and ASTM machine certification — critical skills needed for supporting the U.S. Navy’s supply chain.
Delivered through a blend of online coursework and in-person training at the EOS Additive Minds Academy Training Center, this program equips participants with industry-recognized certifications that strengthen their additive manufacturing (AM) expertise and unlock new opportunities in this rapidly evolving field.
Who Should Attend?
- Technicians involved in AM processes and maintenance
- Engineers specializing in process optimization, quality control, and design innovation
- Operators of metal laser-based powder bed fusion systems
- Technical and production managers responsible for AM implementation and strategic decision-making
- New entrants to the AM workforce looking to establish expertise in industrial AM applications
Why Attend?
- Gain industry-recognized certifications
- Be a part of the future of naval manufacturing
- Advance your career in additive manufacturing
- Expand your professional network
- Cost is covered by MIB - training is at no cost to you
Duration: 2 weeks
This specialized program equips participants with essential CAD file preparation skills for metal PBF-LB, using Materialize Magics and EOSPRINT 2. It covers data preparation, part orientation, and support generation.
Upon completion: a Certificate of Achievement in Data Preparation.
Operation Training
Duration: 5 days
This hands-on training program is designed for operators of metal PBF-LB systems, covering key aspects such as process safety, machine setup, build initiation, build monitoring, break-out, and fundamental operator maintenance.
Upon completion: Certificate of Achievement for System Operation
Certification
Duration: 1 day
The ASTM Machine Operator Certification, based on ISO/ASTM 52942:2020, ensures that operators are competent in running PBF-LB systems, meeting high safety and quality standards.
Upon the program completion: ASTM Machine Operator Certification
It looks like there is a 2 week online portion. Would this be 8 hours a day course? If not what kind of time commitment each day would be a good estimate?
Depends a bit on the person, but on average you can expect 4h per week for the 2 week time frame.
For the onsite week, would these be about 8 hours of training each day?
That is correct, expect 8h each day for the whole week.
I understand the cost of training is funded through the Navy, and we will be responsible for travel and lodging expenses in Novi. Are there other costs that we should consider? Software, curriculum, or other supplies to work with?
No, there’s no other cost that you need to consider.
What is the difference between the course for “Large Frame system” and “Small Frame system”?
The key difference is the type of EOS machine used during the training:
- Large Frame System courses are conducted on the EOS M400-4, which is suited for larger builds and industrial-scale applications.
- Small Frame System courses use the EOS M290, ideal for smaller parts and general training.
If you're new to Additive Manufacturing or don’t currently have AM equipment, we recommend starting with the Small Frame System course.
If you're working with or planning to use a large frame system like the M400-4, the Large Frame System course will be more relevant to your needs.
Each course is limited to a maximum of 5 participants. This small group size ensures a hands-on learning experience and supports maximum knowledge retention through personalized guidance and interaction.
“The Operator Training at the Additive Minds Academy Center was well paced, interactive, engaging, hands on and cordial. Keep up the good work”
Kamesh Tata
Relativity Space
Location
EOS - Additive Minds Academy Training Center