About Course :
The SolidWorks Basics Course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts and skills required to effectively use SolidWorks, a leading computer-aided design (CAD) software. Whether you’re an engineering student, a professional looking to enhance your skillset, or a hobbyist interested in 3D modeling, this course is your gateway to creating precise and efficient designs.
Throughout this course, participants will learn to navigate the SolidWorks interface, create 2D sketches, and transform them into fully realized 3D models. Topics covered include basic sketching techniques, dimensioning, geometric relations, creating and modifying features, assemblies, and drawings. Participants will gain hands-on experience through practical exercises and projects that simulate real-world design scenarios.
Key Course Highlights:
- Introduction to SolidWorks interface and workflow
- Fundamental sketching tools and techniques
- Geometric relations and constraints for accurate sketches
- 3D feature creation and modification
- Parametric modeling principles
- Assemblies: creating, mating, and managing components
- Generating detailed drawings with annotations and dimensions
- Best practices for efficient design workflows
- Real-world projects to apply acquired skills.
By the end of the SolidWorks Basics Course, participants will have developed a strong foundation in using SolidWorks for designing and documenting 3D models. Whether pursuing further advanced training or applying the knowledge directly in professional projects, this course equips individuals with the essential skills to navigate the world of 3D design and engineering. Join us to unlock your creativity and turn your ideas into tangible, well-constructed designs using SolidWorks.
Syllabus :
- Design Intent
- File References
- Opening Files
- The SolidWorks User Interface
- Using the Command Manager
- 2D Sketching.
- Saving Files
- What are We Going to Sketch?
- Sketching
- Sketch Entities
- Basic Sketching
- Rules That Govern Sketches
- Design Intent
- Sketch Relations
- Dimensions
- Extrude
- Sketching Guidelines
- Basic Modeling
- Terminology
- Choosing the Best Profile
- Choosing the Sketch Plane
- Details of the Part
- Boss Feature
- Sketching on a Planar Face
- Cut Feature
- View Selector
- Using the Hole Wizard
- Filleting
- Editing Tools
- Detailing Basics
- Drawing Views
- Center Marks
- Dimensioning
- Changing Parameters
- Boss Feature with Draft
- Symmetry in the Sketch
- Sketching Inside the Model
- View Options
- Using Model Edges in a Sketch
- Creating Trimmed Sketch Geometry
- Creating Views of Assemblies
- Why Use Patterns?
- Linear Pattern
- Circular Patterns
- Reference Geometry
- Planes
- Mirror Patterns
- Using Pattern Seed Only
- Sketch Driven Patterns
- Revolved Features
- Building the Rim
- Building the Spoke
- Edit Material
- Mass Properties
- File Properties
- SolidWorks SimulationXpress
- Using SolidWorks SimulationXpress
- The SimulationXpress Interface
- Shelling and Ribs
- Analyzing and Adding Draft
- Other Options for Draft
- Shelling
- Ribs
- Full Round Fillets
- Thin Features
- Part Editing
- Editing Topics
- Sketch Issues
- Freezing Features
- FilletXpert
- Part Editing
- Design Changes
- Information From a Model
- Rebuilding Tools
- Replace Sketch Entity
- Sketch Contours
- Configurations
- Using Con configurations
- Other Methods to Create Configurations
- Using Global Variables and Equations
- Creating Equalities
- Global Variables
- Defining the Overall Width
- Equations
- Creating a Minimum Edge Distance
- Modeling Strategies for Con configurations
- Editing Parts that have Configurations.
- Design Library
- More About Making Drawings
- Section View
- Model Views
- Broken View
- Detail Views
- Drawing Sheets and Sheet Formats
- Projected Views
- Annotations
- Modeling Creating a New Assembly
- Position of the First Component
- Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
- Adding Components
- Mating Components
- Using Part Configurations in assemblies
- Sub-assemblies
- Smart Mates
- Inserting Sub-assemblies
- Pack and Go
- Using Assemblies
- Analyzing the Assembly
- Checking for Clearances
- Changing the Values of Dimensions
- Exploded Assemblies
- Explode Line Sketch
- Bill of Materials
- Assembly Drawings
Prerequisites :
- Basic knowledge in Computer application
- Fundamental knowledge in drawings
Audience:
- Engineering Students
- CAD Beginners
- Professionals Transitioning to SolidWorks
- Hobbyists and DIY Enthusiasts
- Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners
- Anyone Interested in 3D Design
Certificate:
On successful completion of the course and evaluation, the Certificate will be issued by aCADemix.
