From Trainees to Trainers: The ATDM Additive Journey

This episode features Daniel Hyler and Tim Holland—two graduates turned additive manufacturing instructors with the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program. Hear them discuss lessons they picked up along the way, plus real-world applications of additive manufacturing in today’s job market.

Listen in as they discuss:

• Jumping from Student to Instructor: How they found their calling in the classroom.
• The ‘Light Bulb’ Moment: Why watching a student finally “get it” is so rewarding.
• Industry Readiness: Helping companies embrace the possibilities of 3D printing.
• Career Pathways: Creating your own opportunities in an evolving field.

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