Aerospace Mold Making Course
High-Quality Parts Start with High-Quality Molds
In the race to create better machines, traditional metals are increasingly being replaced with composite materials. Composite parts are created using molds, but the process of designing and building molds can be challenging.
The DarkAero Aerospace Mold Making Course will give you the knowledge and hands-on skills required to design and build high-quality molds so you can make high-quality composite parts!
The Aerospace Mold Making Course complements the Aerospace Composites Course, but each can be taken independently.
Ryan C.
Engineer, Formula Race Car Simulator Project"The DarkAero composite and mold courses were worth every bit of effort invested to attend. The courses increased my composite knowledge and abilities exponentially. I would recommend these courses to anyone interested in building with composites. The courses are high yield and will help you make better composite parts more successfully."
Dan N.
Vans RV & Zenith Kit Aircraft Builder
"I wanted to let you guys know just how great the experience was. It exceeded my expectations in every way, and I left with the confidence to move forward in creating the first molds. I plan on returning for the composites course once my mold design is finalized, and I look forward to another information-filled visit!"
Gage H.
Guitar Maker
The DarkAero Aerospace Mold Making Course will give you the knowledge and hands-on skills required to design and build high-quality molds so you can make high-quality composite parts!
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?
This course is for anyone who wants to take their composite projects to the next level! If you want to build better composite parts, while saving time and money, this course is for you. The lessons taught in the course have helped students create airplanes, sailboats, racecars, drones, and eVTOLS.The Aerospace Mold Making Course complements the Aerospace Composites Course, but each can be taken independently.
Testimonials
"Thank you so much for the course. At the Friday happy hour after the class, the attendees (most of the class) were all commenting on how much of a 'cheat code' your time, efforts, and expertise has given us to leap forward in our projects. I’ve spent the day ordering materials and tools, and am excited to get going."Ryan C.
Engineer, Formula Race Car Simulator Project"The DarkAero composite and mold courses were worth every bit of effort invested to attend. The courses increased my composite knowledge and abilities exponentially. I would recommend these courses to anyone interested in building with composites. The courses are high yield and will help you make better composite parts more successfully."
Dan N.
Vans RV & Zenith Kit Aircraft Builder
"I wanted to let you guys know just how great the experience was. It exceeded my expectations in every way, and I left with the confidence to move forward in creating the first molds. I plan on returning for the composites course once my mold design is finalized, and I look forward to another information-filled visit!"
Gage H.
Guitar Maker
COURSE OVERVIEW
The course is structured as a mix of classroom lessons and hands-on demonstrations in the shop. Basic tools and materials are discussed as well as mold design, process optimization, and industry secrets. Examples specific to student applications are used to immediately apply what is learned.
Hands-on demonstrations are presented for a variety of mold construction methods ranging from simple, low-cost molds up to advanced multi-section machined molds. Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining tutorials are provided to enhance the course lessons.
Hands-on demonstrations are presented for a variety of mold construction methods ranging from simple, low-cost molds up to advanced multi-section machined molds. Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining tutorials are provided to enhance the course lessons.
Topics Covered
-Demonstrations of Common Mold Construction Methods
-Selecting the Right Mold Material for the Application
-Rapid Prototyping Methods
-How to Design Molds with Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software
-Manufacturing Molds with Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) Tools
-How to Use Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software
-High Temperature Molds
-Multi-Section Molds
-Achieving High Quality Surface Finishes
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
-Two Days of Instruction
-Hands-On Training
-Examples Tailored to Student Applications
-Mold Making Course Guide (70+ Pages)
-Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
-Breakfast, Lunch, and Refreshments
BONUS INCLUDED MATERIAL
-Downloadable Mold CAD Templates
-Downloadable Mold CAM Templates
-Recommended Suppliers for Materials, Release Agents, and Equipment
-Downloadable Machining Calculator
PRICE
$1399
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Seats are fully transferable to a future session if a reschedule is necessary. Seats are fully refundable if the refund request is made more than 60 days prior to your originally selected session.