COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN: Introduction to SolidWorks

This course comprehensively introduces SolidWorks, a powerful computer-aided design (CAD) software widely used in engineering, product design, and manufacturing. It is designed for beginners with little to no experience in CAD and those looking to enhance their 3D modeling skills for professional or personal projects. The course will guide students through the core features and functions of SolidWorks, allowing them to create, modify, and analyze 3D models and assemblies efficiently. By the end of the course, students will be able to navigate the SolidWorks interface with confidence, and design detailed 3D models. They will also develop technical documentation skills, enabling them to produce precise engineering drawings. Additionally, the course focuses on best practices for efficient modeling and collaboration. Graduates of this course will gain valuable skills in 3D design, problem-solving with CAD tools, and basic simulation analysis, making them well-equipped for careers in product design, engineering, and manufacturing.

2 hrs

$ 71.43

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Enrolment valid for 12 months

Course Chapters

Introduction to SolidWorks Drawing

SolidWorks Drawing course focuses on the creation of professional 2D engineering drawings from 3D models designed in SolidWorks. This course is ideal for students and professionals who want to develop technical documentation skills, ensuring that designs can be accurately communicated for manufacturing and assembly. It covers the key features of SolidWorks' drawing tools, such as creating standard views, adding dimensions, annotations, and tolerances, as well as generating exploded views for assemblies.

Chapter lessons

1.Setting up sheet format and creating 2D representations.5:42

This lesson teaches students how to create and customize sheet formats for engineering drawings and accurately represent 3D models in 2D layouts.

2.Adding Notes and editing sheet layout6:03

This lesson is designed to equip students with skills to effectively communicate essential design details through notes and optimize the layout of engineering drawings.

3.Creating multiple detailed views10:16

This lesson is designed to help students master the techniques for generating detailed views that highlight intricate areas of their designs.

4.Introduction to Annotation tools6:10

The Annotation Tools in SolidWorks course introduces students to the wide array of annotation features that enhance the clarity and functionality of technical drawings.

5.Creating a Bill of Materials.12:31

Students will understand how to generate and insert BOMs directly from assembly models, ensuring that part names, quantities, materials, and other relevant details are automatically listed and linked to model data.

Basics of Surface Modelling

Students will learn to use SolidWorks' powerful surface tools, including creating and editing various surface types like lofts, sweeps, and boundary surfaces.

Chapter lessons

1.Basic surface design tools10:06

In this course, students will learn how to use fundamental surface design tools, including Extruded, Revolved, Lofted, and Swept Surfaces, to generate different surface types. Additionally, they will explore the Trim and Extend tools to refine surface edges, the Knit Surface tool to merge multiple surfaces into a single entity, and the Filter tool to create smooth transitions between surfaces.