Review these sample questions that demonstrate the format, question types, and proficiency level of the CAM for 2.5 Axis Milling exam. The screenshots below show you how question types will appear in a live exam environment. Be sure to review these question types and how they operate carefully so you’re prepared for them in the live testing environment.

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You won’t have access to the software during the live exam. All questions are in a selected response format and are designed to be answered without the software user interface.
The practice test at the end of this certification prep course will give you practice on exam topics but is not reflective of the live exam environment. The practice test question types are limited to multiple choice only. You may see all of the question types below on the live exam.

Multiple choice

Multiple choice questions measure knowledge of a specific content topic. A multiple choice item asks a question and provides multiple possible answers.

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Drill

Drag and drop

Drag-and-drop questions measure object-association and placement skills. Exam takers select and reposition answer options within a list or graphic.

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Initial Graphics Exchange Specification - IGES
Stereolithography – STL
Drawing Interchange Format - DXF
Parasolid - XT

Hot area

Hot area questions measure your ability by asking you to select “hot” areas of an exhibit. Hot area items are essentially multiple choice items with graphical answer choices.

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Active screen

This item measures a candidate’s familiarity with the software’s UI by using interactive images of the software tools, menus, or options.

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Stock Offset Mode

Graphic interpretation

Graphic interpretation questions measure your ability to view a graphic and interpret the information successfully.

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Calculate appropriate feeds and speeds

Video quiz

Using the following formula and supplied parameters solve for the RPM. RPM = (12 x SFM) / (3.14 x Diameter). A machinist is setting up a Vertical CNC Mill with a ½” endmill and wants to run a surface feet/min of 32. How fast should the tool be spinning?

Using the following formula and supplied parameters solve for the RPM. RPM = (12 x SFM) / (3.14 x Diameter).

A machinist is setting up a Vertical CNC Mill with a ½” endmill and wants to run a surface feet/min of 32. How fast should the tool be spinning?