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Certified Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals (CAMF) Certification

Certified Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals (CAMF)

The Fundamentals exam focuses on the basics of additive manufacturing, including a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing, the seven additive manufacturing technologies, and basic safety guidelines. The Fundamentals certification is ideal for individuals working in or seeking to work in additive manufacturing roles in automotive, aerospace, and medical equipment. It is also ideal for high schools and colleges as a capstone or stand-alone achievement to increase workforce readiness in additive manufacturing.

CAMF Career Pathway


Are you a candidate for the CAMF?

Read about the experience and background of candidates who are qualified for the CAMF.

Caleb Andrea

CAMF Profile - Caleb

Caleb graduated two years ago with a degree in mechanical engineering. His senior project relied heavily on filament 3D printers to produce components for a robot that could pour and carry liquids. This experience, combined with the design and production experience he has gained in his current position at a manufacturer of construction tools, makes him a good candidate for the Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals Certification.

CAMF Candidate - Andrea

Andrea is an aerospace engineer with eight years of experience in turbine engine production. She rotated through various positions in hands-on manufacturing groups before taking a five-year, sideways step into part-time proposal writing while doing eldercare. Staying active in professional groups and taking online courses in 3D printing has her interested in a career change involving metals Additive Manufacturing as she transitions back to full-time work. Andrea would be a great candidate for Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals Certification.


Need Help Preparing?

Tooling U-SME offers optional online classes covering foundational manufacturing topics covering additive manufacturing process, safety, design, methods and materials, and more– topics agreed upon by manufacturing experts as being relevant for foundational additive manufacturing knowledge across a wide range of industries.

Download Optional Preparatory Program

Please contact Tooling U-SME for information on a subscription at info@toolingu.com or 866.706.8665. Note that the Tooling U-SME training program is not required.


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Groups

To inquire about certification for groups (companies, schools, etc.) please contact Tooling U-SME at info@toolingu.com or 866.706.8665.


Individuals

Individuals may pursue the CAMF as part of their own professional development journey.

Individuals must identify a proctor to monitor the individual while taking the exam. A proctor can be a manager, supervisor, HR personnel, or teacher. The Proctor Form should be completed and submitted at least two weeks before taking the exam.

To prepare for the exam, be sure to review the CAMF Body of Knowledge and certification exam tips.


Pricing for Individuals

ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING FUNDAMENTALS EXAM ONLINE EXAM PRICING
Nonmember $249
SME Member $159
College Student $75


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CAMF Exam

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CAMF Body of Knowledge

Body of Knowledge

To prepare for the exam, be sure to review the CAMF Body of Knowledge.
CAMF Recommended Reading Materials

Recommended Reading Materials

Exam questions are based on specific recommended reading materials selected by knowledgeable and experienced individuals.
CAMF Frequently Asked Questions

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