====== How to create your first wood piece using a CNC machine?  ======

The SKIL coaches provide you with two tutorial videos to guide you step by step in creating your first CNC-machined piece.

  * The first video will show you how to design your part and set up your machining on the computer. An essential part of CNC machining (there’s a hint in the name: **C**omputer **N**umerical **C**ontrol): [[https://mediaspace.epfl.ch/media/CNC+-+pr%C3%A9parer+un+usinage+/0_f63ja050/29269|CNC - préparer un usinage]]

  * The second part takes place on the machine. It involves physically preparing the machine for precise and safe machining: [[https://mediaspace.epfl.ch/media/CNC+-+usiner+une+pi%C3%A8ce+/0_z9q885gr/29269|CNC - usiner une pièce]]


Don't forget that there is a big difference between theory and practice, so once you’ve carefully watched these tutorials, go and speak with the SKIL coaches as soon as possible to complete your machining. It’s not a process that can be done in 10 minutes, so make the most of your opportunity and benefit from your coaches' many years of experience to support you in this adventure.