Training By Industry

Day 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
Sketch Xpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template
Exercise: Basic sketch

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling

Case Study: Bracket
Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File
Exercise: Bracket

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D
Exercise: Details of planes and axis

Lesson 5: Modeling

Case Study: Ratchet Handle
Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts
Exercise: ratchet

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern
Exercise: patterns

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach
Exercise: handle wheel

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
Fillet Xpert
Draft Xpert
Contour Selection for sketching
Exercise: As explained

DAY - 2

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools
Exercise: errors

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations
Exercise: Ratchet

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse
Exercise: Socket

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent
Exercise: As detailed

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep
Exercise: Star ship

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies
Exercise: Rocker Arm

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard
Exercise: As explained

DAY - 3

SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken
Exercise: Baffle

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface
Exercise: As explained

DAY - 4

Lesson 1: Modeling Sheet Metal Parts

Sheet Metal Toolbar
Sheet Metal Features
Base Flange
Miter Flange
Adding a Tab
Edge Flanges
Bend Angles
Flat Pattern
Cuts
Exercise: COVER

Lesson 2: Sheet Metal Forming Tools

Sheet Metal Standard Forming Tools
Creating a Forming Tool
Split Face
Exercise: FORM FEAT

Lesson 3: Additional Sheet Metal Features

Edge Flanges and Closed Corners
Sketched Bends
Hems
Curved Edge Flanges
Existing Rounds
Using Symmetry
Manual Relief Cut
Break Corner
Jog Bends
Lofted Bends
Exercise: SYMMETRY

Lesson 4: Converting Parts to Sheet Metal

Recognize Bends Method
Opening IGES Files
Using the Rip Feature
Making Changes
Adding a Welded Corner
Sheet Metal from Shelled Parts
Unrolling Cones and Cylinders
Convert to Sheet Metal
Cross Blank
Configurations in sheet metal
Exercise: Jogs and Hems

Lesson 5: Modeling Sheet Metal In the Context of an Assembly

In-Context Sheet Metal Parts
Adding a New Part into an Assembly
Appearance during Part Editing
Building Edge Flanges In-Context
Building Miter Flanges In-Context
Edit Assembly
Exercise: Sheet metal assembly

Lesson 6: Weldments

Weldments
Structural Members
Trimming Structural Members
Adding Plates
Weld Beads
Using Symmetry
Gussets and End Caps
Profile Sketches
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Weldments Drawings
Make Assembly from Weldments
Exercise: Conveyer frame

ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert
Exercise: Universal joint

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics
Exercise: As explained

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features
Exercise: Motor mount

Lesson 5: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths
Exercise: universal joint

SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties
EXERCISE 1: creating views [1 hr]
EXERCISE 2: creating auxiliary views
EXERCISE 3: create cropped views
EXERCISE 4: create broken out section views
EXERCISE 5: creating broken views

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats
EXERCISE 1: Add properties to a sheet format
EXERCISE 2: adding properties to predefined views
EXERCISE 3: using dwg files
EXERCISE 4: document properties in a sheet format

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning
EXERCISE 1: views and driving dimension
EXERCISE2: views and dimension
EXERCISE 3:views and hidden edges
EXERCISE 4; views dimensions and configurations

  Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks
EXERCISE 1: annotations
EXERCISE 2: using a block
EXERCISE 3: dimensions and annotations
EXERCISE 4: views and driven dimension

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies
EXERCISE 1: assembly views
EXERCISE 2: assembly and part views

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table
EXERCISE 1: customizing a BOM
EXERCISE 2: hole tables
EXERCISE 3: utilizing a design tables
EXERCISE 4: using general tables

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views

EXERCISE 1: changing a drawing reference
EXERCISE 2: using a build check

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks Simulation Xpress

Static Analysis of part

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling
Case Study 1: Bracket

Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling
Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle

Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Contour Selection for sketching

DAY: 2

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

DAY:3

SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface

SHEET METAL

Lesson 1: Modeling Sheet Metal Parts

Sheet Metal Toolbar
Sheet Metal Features
Base Flange
Miter Flange
Adding a Tab
Edge Flanges
Bend Angles
Flat Pattern
Cuts

DAY: 4   

Lesson 2: Sheet Metal Forming Tools

Sheet Metal Standard Forming Tools
Creating a Forming Tool
Split Face

Lesson 3: Additional Sheet Metal Features

Edge Flanges and Closed Corners
Sketched Bends
Hems
Curved Edge Flanges
Existing Rounds
Using Symmetry
Manual Relief Cut
Break Corner
Jog Bends
Lofted Bends

Lesson 4: Converting Parts to Sheet Metal

Recognize Bends Method
Opening IGES Files
Using the Rip Feature
Making Changes
Adding a Welded Corner
Sheet Metal from Shelled Parts
Unrolling Cones and Cylinders
Convert to Sheet Metal
Cross Blank
Configurations in sheet metal

Lesson 5: Modeling Sheet Metal In the Context of an Assembly

In-Context Sheet Metal Parts
Adding a New Part into an Assembly
Appearance During Part Editing
Building Edge Flanges In Context
Building Miter Flanges In Context
Edit Assembly

Lesson 6: Weldments

Weldments
Structural Members
Trimming Structural Members
Adding Plates
Weld Beads
Using Symmetry
Gussets and End Caps
Profile Sketches
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Weldments Drawings
Make Assembly from Weldments

DAY: 5

ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: Advanced Mate Techniques

Advanced Mates
Adding Mate References
Design Library Parts
Capture Mate References
Create Property Manager
Smart Components
Advanced and Mechanical Mate Types
Multiple Mate Mode
Using Copy with Mates

Lesson 6: Using Configurations with Assemblies

Using Configurations with Assemblies
Component Patterns
Using Configure Component
Creating Configurations Manually
Using Design Tables with Assemblies
Understanding Design Tables
Manipulating the Design Table
Derived Configurations

Lesson 7: Assembly Editing

Assembly Editing
Editing Activities
Replacing and Modifying Components
Replace Mate Entities
Replacing Components Using Save As
Mirroring Components
Hole Alignment
Controlling Dimensions in an Assembly

Lesson 8: Layout-based Assembly Design

Layout-based Assembly Design
Key Topics
Blocks
Inserting Blocks Lesson 9: Assembly Display States
Display States
Selection Tools for Display States

Lesson 10: Large Assemblies

Large Assemblies
Lightweight Components
Large Assembly Mode
Selective Open with Hide
Using Quick View / Selective Open
Using Configurations with Large Assemblies
Modifying the Structure of an Assembly
Tips for Faster Assemblies

Lesson 11: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths

DAY :6

SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks SimulationXpress

Static Analysis of part

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling
Case Study 1: Bracket

Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling
Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle

Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Contour Selection for sketching

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

   Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface

MOLD DESIGN

Lesson1: Core and Cavityz

Case Study: Plastic Bezel of a Cordless Drill

A Simple Two Plate Mold Design
Analyzing Draft on a Model
Draft Analysis Colors
Creating New Drafted Faces
Complex Shut-off Surfaces
Scale the Part to Allow for Shrinkage
Determine the Parting Lines
Manual Selection of Parting Lines
Automation
Modeling the Parting Surfaces
Smoothing the Parting Surface
Interlocking the Mold Tooling
Creating the Mold Tooling

Lesson 2: Multiple Parting Directions

Case Study: Multiple Parting Directions
Trapped Molding Areas
Side Cores
Lifters
Core Pins
Case Study: Electrode Design
Electrode Clearances
Keeping the Sharp Edges

SHEET METAL

Lesson 1: Modeling Sheet Metal Parts
Sheet Metal Toolbar
Sheet Metal Features
Base Flange
Miter Flange
Adding a Tab
Edge Flanges
Bend Angles
Flat Pattern
Cuts

Lesson 2: Sheet Metal Forming Tools

Sheet Metal Standard Forming Tools
Creating a Forming Tool
Split Face
 

Lesson 3: Additional Sheet Metal Features

Edge Flanges and Closed Corners
Sketched Bends
Hems
Curved Edge Flanges
Existing Rounds
Using Symmetry
Manual Relief Cut
Break Corner
Jog Bends
Lofted Bends

Lesson 4: Converting Parts to Sheet Metal

Recognize Bends Method
Opening IGES Files
Using the Rip Feature
Making Changes
Adding a Welded Corner
Sheet Metal from Shelled Parts
Unrolling Cones and Cylinders
Convert to Sheet Metal
Cross Blank
Configurations in sheet metal

Lesson 5: Modeling Sheet Metal In the Context of an Assembly

In-Context Sheet Metal Parts
Adding a New Part into an Assembly
Appearance During Part Editing
Building Edge Flanges In Context
Building Miter Flanges In Context
Edit Assembly

Lesson 6: Weldments

Weldments
Structural Members
Trimming Structural Members
Adding Plates
Weld Beads
Using Symmetry
Gussets and End Caps
Profile Sketches
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Weldments Drawings
Make Assembly from Weldments

ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths

SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning
 

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table
 

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks Simulation Xpress

Static Analysis of part
Routing

Lesson 1: Introduction

About This Course
SolidWorks Routing
What is Routing?
Routing Setup
Types of Routes
File Naming in Routing
Routes

Lesson 2: Standard Cables

Using Standard Cables
Harness board

Lesson 3: Routing Component Wizard

Routing Library Parts Introduction
Routing Component Wizard
Create Route by Drag and Drop Connector
Route Properties
Auto Route
Routing through existing clips

Lesson 4: Editing Routes and Clips

Editing Routes and Clips
Start Route and Add to Route
Working with Clips

Lesson 5: Using Route Guidelines

Using Route Guidelines
Electrical Libraries
Importing Data
Component Library Wizard
Importing a Cable/Wire Library
From-To Lists
Route Guidelines
Harness Flattening and Detailing
Circuit Summary and Harness BOM

Lesson 6: Electrical Conduits

Electrical Conduits
Rigid Conduit
Electrical Data in Conduits
Electrical BOM
Flexible Electrical Conduit

Lesson 7: Tubing Routes

Tubing Routes
Routing Options for Tubing
Route Properties
3D Sketch Route
Orthogonal Auto Route
Export Pipe/Tube Data
Editing a Route

Lesson 8: Piping Routes

Piping Routes
Sketching a Route
Angled 3D Sketch Route
Editing Piping Route
Remove Tube/Pipe
Flange to Flange Connections

Lesson 9: Routing Library Parts

Routing Library Parts
Libraries
SolidWorks Content
Creating Routing Library Parts
Fabricated Tube or Pipe Parts
Elbow Parts
Routing Functionality Points
Fitting Parts
Assembly Fittings

Lesson 10: Review Section

Review of Configurations
A Note About File References
Design Tables
Review of Top Down Design
Editing Options
Review of Design Library Task Pane
Review of 3D Sketching

Circuit works:

Import IDF 2.0, 3.0
Import IDF 4.0 & PADS (*.asc) file
Export IDF 2.0, 3.0, 4.0 & PADS
IDF to SolidWorks Part File
IDF to SolidWorks Assembly File
Circuit Works 3D Part Library Support
IDF Property Information Support
IDF Filtering Support
IDF 4.0 & PADS Preview Image Support

 

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling
Case Study 1: Bracket

Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling
Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle

Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Contour Selection for sketching

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

  Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface

MOLD DESIGN

Lesson1: Core and Cavityz

Case Study: Plastic Bezel of a Cordless Drill

A Simple Two Plate Mold Design
Analyzing Draft on a Model
Draft Analysis Colors
Creating New Drafted Faces
Complex Shut-off Surfaces
Scale the Part to Allow for Shrinkage
Determine the Parting Lines
Manual Selection of Parting Lines
Automation
Modeling the Parting Surfaces
Smoothing the Parting Surface
Interlocking the Mold Tooling
Creating the Mold Tooling

Lesson 2: Multiple Parting Directions

Case Study: Multiple Parting Directions
Trapped Molding Areas
Side Cores
Lifters
Core Pins
Case Study: Electrode Design
Electrode Clearances
Keeping the Sharp Edges

SHEET METAL

Lesson 1: Modeling Sheet Metal Parts
Sheet Metal Toolbar
Sheet Metal Features
Base Flange
Miter Flange
Adding a Tab
Edge Flanges
Bend Angles
Flat Pattern
Cuts

Lesson 2: Sheet Metal Forming Tools

Sheet Metal Standard Forming Tools
Creating a Forming Tool
Split Face
 

Lesson 3: Additional Sheet Metal Features

Edge Flanges and Closed Corners
Sketched Bends
Hems
Curved Edge Flanges
Existing Rounds
Using Symmetry
Manual Relief Cut
Break Corner
Jog Bends
Lofted Bends

Lesson 4: Converting Parts to Sheet Metal

Recognize Bends Method
Opening IGES Files
Using the Rip Feature
Making Changes
Adding a Welded Corner
Sheet Metal from Shelled Parts
Unrolling Cones and Cylinders
Convert to Sheet Metal
Cross Blank
Configurations in sheet metal

Lesson 5: Modeling Sheet Metal In the Context of an Assembly

In-Context Sheet Metal Parts
Adding a New Part into an Assembly
Appearance During Part Editing
Building Edge Flanges In Context
Building Miter Flanges In Context
Edit Assembly

Lesson 6: Weldments

Weldments
Structural Members
Trimming Structural Members
Adding Plates
Weld Beads
Using Symmetry
Gussets and End Caps
Profile Sketches
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Weldments Drawings
Make Assembly from Weldments

ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths

SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning
 

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks
 

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies
 

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table
 

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views
 

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks Simulation Xpress

Static Analysis of part
Routing

Lesson 1: Introduction

About This Course
SolidWorks Routing
What is Routing?
Routing Setup
Types of Routes
File Naming in Routing
Routes
  

Lesson 2: Standard Cables

Using Standard Cables
Harness board

Lesson 3: Routing Component Wizard

Routing Library Parts Introduction
Routing Component Wizard
Create Route by Drag and Drop Connector
Route Properties
Auto Route
Routing through existing clips

Lesson 4: Editing Routes and Clips

Editing Routes and Clips
Start Route and Add to Route
Working with Clips

Lesson 5: Using Route Guidelines

Using Route Guidelines
Electrical Libraries
Importing Data
Component Library Wizard
Importing a Cable/Wire Library
From-To Lists
Route Guidelines
Harness Flattening and Detailing
Circuit Summary and Harness BOM

Lesson 6: Electrical Conduits

Electrical Conduits
Rigid Conduit
Electrical Data in Conduits
Electrical BOM
Flexible Electrical Conduit

Lesson 7: Tubing Routes

Tubing Routes
Routing Options for Tubing
Route Properties
3D Sketch Route
Orthogonal Auto Route
Export Pipe/Tube Data
Editing a Route

Lesson 8: Piping Routes

Piping Routes
Sketching a Route
Angled 3D Sketch Route
Editing Piping Route
Remove Tube/Pipe
Flange to Flange Connections

Lesson 9: Routing Library Parts

Routing Library Parts
Libraries
SolidWorks Content
Creating Routing Library Parts
Fabricated Tube or Pipe Parts
Elbow Parts
Routing Functionality Points
Fitting Parts
Assembly Fittings

Lesson 10: Review Section

Review of Configurations
A Note About File References
Design Tables
Review of Top Down Design
Editing Options
Review of Design Library Task Pane
Review of 3D Sketching

Circuit works:

Import IDF 2.0, 3.0
Import IDF 4.0 & PADS (*.asc) file
Export IDF 2.0, 3.0, 4.0 & PADS
IDF to SolidWorks Part File
IDF to SolidWorks Assembly File
Circuit Works 3D Part Library Support
IDF Property Information Support
IDF Filtering Support
IDF 4.0 & PADS Preview Image Support

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling
Case Study 1: Bracket

Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling

Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Contour Selection for sketching

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

DAY: 2

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

DAY: 3
SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

   Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface

DAY: 4
ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: Assembly Display States

Display States
Selection Tools for Display States

Lesson 6: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths

DAY: 5
SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table
 

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks SimulationXpress

Static Analysis of part
Routing

Lesson 1: Introduction

About This Course
SolidWorks Routing
What is Routing?
Routing Setup
Types of Routes
File Naming in Routing
Routes
 

Lesson 2: Standard Cables

Using Standard Cables
Harnessboard

Lesson 3: Routing Component Wizard

Routing Library Parts Introduction
Routing Component Wizard
Create Route by Drag and Drop Connector
Route Properties
Auto Route
routing through existing clips

Lesson 4: Editing Routes and Clips

Editing Routes and Clips
Start Route and Add to Route
Working with Clips

Lesson 5: Using Route Guidelines

Using Route Guidelines
Electrical Libraries
Importing Data
Component Library Wizard
Importing a Cable/Wire Library
From-To Lists
Route Guidelines
Harness Flattening and Detailing
Circuit Summary and Harness BOM

Lesson 6: Electrical Conduits

Electrical Conduits
Rigid Conduit
Electrical Data in Conduits
Electrical BOM
Flexible Electrical Conduit

Circuit works:

Import IDF 2.0, 3.0
Import IDF 4.0 & PADS (*.asc) file
Export IDF 2.0, 3.0, 4.0 & PADS
IDF to SolidWorks Part File
IDF to SolidWorks Assembly File
Circuit Works 3D Part Library Support
IDF Property Information Support
IDF Filtering Support
IDF 4.0 & PADS Preview Image Support

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling
Case Study 1: Bracket

Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling

Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Contour Selection for sketching

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

DAY: 2
ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

DAY:3
SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

  Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface

SHEET METAL

Lesson 1: Modeling Sheet Metal Parts

Sheet Metal Toolbar
Sheet Metal Features
Base Flange
Miter Flange
Adding a Tab
Edge Flanges
Bend Angles
Flat Pattern
Cuts

DAY: 4   

Lesson 2: Sheet Metal Forming Tools

Sheet Metal Standard Forming Tools
Creating a Forming Tool
Split Face
 

Lesson 3: Additional Sheet Metal Features

Edge Flanges and Closed Corners
Sketched Bends
Hems
Curved Edge Flanges
Existing Rounds
Using Symmetry
Manual Relief Cut
Break Corner
Jog Bends
Lofted Bends

Lesson 4: Converting Parts to Sheet Metal

Recognize Bends Method
Opening IGES Files
Using the Rip Feature
Making Changes
Adding a Welded Corner
Sheet Metal from Shelled Parts
Unrolling Cones and Cylinders
Convert to Sheet Metal
Cross Blank
Configurations in sheet metal

Lesson 5: Modeling Sheet Metal In the Context of an Assembly

In-Context Sheet Metal Parts
Adding a New Part into an Assembly
Appearance During Part Editing
Building Edge Flanges In Context
Building Miter Flanges In Context
Edit Assembly

Lesson 6: Weldments

Weldments
Structural Members
Trimming Structural Members
Adding Plates
Weld Beads
Using Symmetry
Gussets and End Caps
Profile Sketches
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Weldments Drawings
Make Assembly from Weldments

DAY: 5

ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: Advanced Mate Techniques

Advanced Mates
Adding Mate References
Design Library Parts
Capture Mate References
Create Property Manager
Smart Components
Advanced and Mechanical Mate Types
Multiple Mate Mode
Using Copy with Mates

Lesson 6: Using Configurations with Assemblies

Using Configurations with Assemblies
Component Patterns
Using Configure Component
Creating Configurations Manually
Using Design Tables with Assemblies
Understanding Design Tables
Manipulating the Design Table
Derived Configurations

Lesson 7: Assembly Editing

Assembly Editing
Editing Activities
Replacing and Modifying Components
Replace Mate Entities
Replacing Components Using Save As
Mirroring Components
Hole Alignment
Controlling Dimensions in an Assembly

Lesson 8: Layout-based Assembly Design

Layout-based Assembly Design
Key Topics
Blocks
Inserting Blocks

Lesson 9: Assembly Display States

Display States
Selection Tools for Display States

Lesson 10: Large Assemblies

Large Assemblies
Lightweight Components
Large Assembly Mode
Selective Open with Hide
Using Quick View / Selective Open
Using Configurations with Large Assemblies
Modifying the Structure of an Assembly
Tips for Faster Assemblies

Lesson 11: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths

SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis
Lesson 4: SolidWorks SimulationXpress Static Analysis of part

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling

Case Study 1: Bracket Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

lanes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling

Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
Fillet Xpert
Draft Xpert
Contour Selection for sketching

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface

SHEET METAL

Lesson 1: Modeling Sheet Metal Parts

Sheet Metal Toolbar
Sheet Metal Features
Base Flange
Miter Flange
Adding a Tab
Edge Flanges
Bend Angles
Flat Pattern
Cuts

DAY: 4   

Lesson 2: Sheet Metal Forming Tools

Sheet Metal Standard Forming Tools
Creating a Forming Tool
Split Face

Lesson 3: Additional Sheet Metal Features

Edge Flanges and Closed Corners
Sketched Bends
Hems
Curved Edge Flanges
Existing Rounds
Using Symmetry
Manual Relief Cut
Break Corner
Jog Bends
Lofted Bends

Lesson 4: Converting Parts to Sheet Metal

Recognize Bends Method
Opening IGES Files
Using the Rip Feature
Making Changes
Adding a Welded Corner
Sheet Metal from Shelled Parts
Unrolling Cones and Cylinders
Convert to Sheet Metal
Cross Blank
Configurations in sheet metal

Lesson 5: Modeling Sheet Metal In the Context of an Assembly

In-Context Sheet Metal Parts
Adding a New Part into an Assembly
Appearance During Part Editing
Building Edge Flanges In Context
Building Miter Flanges In Context
Edit Assembly

Lesson 6: Weldments

Weldments
Structural Members
Trimming Structural Members
Adding Plates
Weld Beads
Using Symmetry
Gussets and End Caps
Profile Sketches
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Weldments Drawings
Make Assembly from Weldments

DAY: 5

ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: Advanced Mate Techniques

Advanced Mates
Adding Mate References
Design Library Parts
Capture Mate References
Create Property Manager
Smart Components
Advanced and Mechanical Mate Types
Multiple Mate Mode
Using Copy with Mates

Lesson 6: Using Configurations with Assemblies

Using Configurations with Assemblies
Component Patterns
Using Configure Component
Creating Configurations Manually
Using Design Tables with Assemblies
Understanding Design Tables
Manipulating the Design Table
Derived Configurations

Lesson 7: Assembly Editing

Assembly Editing
Editing Activities
Replacing and Modifying Components
Replace Mate Entities
Replacing Components Using Save As
Mirroring Components
Hole Alignment
Controlling Dimensions in an Assembly

Lesson 8: Layout-based Assembly Design
Layout-based Assembly Design
Key Topics
Blocks
Inserting Blocks

Lesson 9: Assembly Display States

Display States
Selection Tools for Display States Lesson 10: Large Assemblies Large Assemblies
Lightweight Components
Large Assembly Mode
Selective Open with Hide
Using Quick View / Selective Open
Using Configurations with Large Assemblies
Modifying the Structure of an Assembly
Tips for Faster Assemblies

Lesson 11: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths

SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views
 

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks SimulationXpress

Static Analysis of part Routing

Lesson 1: Introduction

About This Course
SolidWorks Routing
What is Routing?
Routing Setup
Types of Routes
File Naming in Routing
Routes

Lesson 2: Standard Cables

Using Standard Cables
Harnessboard

Lesson 3: Routing Component Wizard

Routing Library Parts Introduction
Routing Component Wizard
Create Route by Drag and Drop Connector
Route Properties
Auto Route
Routing through existing clips

Lesson 7: Tubing Routes

Tubing Routes
Routing Options for Tubing
Route Properties
3D Sketch Route
Orthogonal Auto Route
Export Pipe/Tube Data
Editing a Route

Lesson 10: Review Section

Review of Configurations
a Note about File References
Design Tables
Review of Top Down Design
Editing Options
Review of Design Library Task Pane
Review of 3D Sketching

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling

Case Study 1: Bracket Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling

Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Contour Selection for sketching

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

DAY: 2

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

DAY: 3
SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface

DAY: 4

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Lesson 2: Sheet Metal Forming Tools

Sheet Metal Standard Forming Tools
Creating a Forming Tool
Split Face

Lesson 3: Additional Sheet Metal Features

Edge Flanges and Closed Corners
Sketched Bends
Hems
Curved Edge Flanges
Existing Rounds
Using Symmetry
Manual Relief Cut
Break Corner
Jog Bends
Lofted Bends

Lesson 4: Converting Parts to Sheet Metal

Recognize Bends Method
Opening IGES Files
Using the Rip Feature
Making Changes
Adding a Welded Corner
Sheet Metal from Shelled Parts
Unrolling Cones and Cylinders
Convert to Sheet Metal
Cross Blank
Configurations in sheet metal

Lesson 5: Modeling Sheet Metal In the Context of an Assembly

In-Context Sheet Metal Parts
Adding a New Part into an Assembly
Appearance During Part Editing
Building Edge Flanges In Context
Building Miter Flanges In Context
Edit Assembly

Lesson 6: Weldments

Weldments
Structural Members
Trimming Structural Members
Adding Plates
Weld Beads
Using Symmetry
Gussets and End Caps
Profile Sketches
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Weldments Drawings
Make Assembly from Weldments

DAY: 4
ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: Assembly Display States
Display States
Selection Tools for Display States

Lesson 6: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths

DAY: 5
SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks SimulationXpress

Static Analysis of part

Routing

Lesson 1: Introduction

About This Course
SolidWorks Routing
what is Routing?
Routing Setup
Types of Routes
File Naming in Routing
Routes
 

Lesson 2: Tubing Routes

Tubing Routes
Routing Options for Tubing
Route Properties
3D Sketch Route
Orthogonal Auto Route
Export Pipe/Tube Data
Editing a Route

Lesson 3: Piping Routes

Piping Routes
Sketching a Route
Angled 3D Sketch Route
Editing Piping Route
Remove Tube/Pipe
Flange to Flange Connections

Lesson 4: Routing Library Parts

Routing Library Parts
Libraries
SolidWorks Content
Creating Routing Library Parts
Fabricated Tube or Pipe Parts
Elbow Parts
Routing Functionality Points
Fitting Parts
Assembly Fittings

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling

Case Study 1: Bracket Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling

Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Contour Selection for sketching

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

DAY: 2

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

DAY: 3
SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface

DAY: 4

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Lesson 2: Sheet Metal Forming Tools

Sheet Metal Standard Forming Tools
Creating a Forming Tool
Split Face
 

Lesson 3: Additional Sheet Metal Features

Edge Flanges and Closed Corners
Sketched Bends
Hems
Curved Edge Flanges
Existing Rounds
Using Symmetry
Manual Relief Cut
Break Corner
Jog Bends
Lofted Bends

Lesson 4: Converting Parts to Sheet Metal

Recognize Bends Method
Opening IGES Files
Using the Rip Feature
Making Changes
Adding a Welded Corner
Sheet Metal from Shelled Parts
Unrolling Cones and Cylinders
Convert to Sheet Metal
Cross Blank
Configurations in sheet metal

Lesson 5: Modeling Sheet Metal In the Context of an Assembly

In-Context Sheet Metal Parts
Adding a New Part into an Assembly
Appearance During Part Editing
Building Edge Flanges In Context
Building Miter Flanges In Context
Edit Assembly

Lesson 6: Weldments

Weldments
Structural Members
Trimming Structural Members
Adding Plates
Weld Beads
Using Symmetry
Gussets and End Caps
Profile Sketches
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Weldments Drawings
Make Assembly from Weldments

DAY: 4
ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: Assembly Display States

Display States
Selection Tools for Display States

Lesson 6: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths

DAY: 5
SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning
 

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks
 

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks SimulationXpress

Static Analysis of part
Routing

Lesson 1: Introduction

About This Course
SolidWorks Routing
What is Routing?
Routing Setup
Types of Routes
File Naming in Routing
Routes

Lesson 2: Standard Cables

Using Standard Cables
Harnessboard

Lesson 3: Routing Component Wizard

Routing Library Parts Introduction
Routing Component Wizard
Create Route by Drag and Drop Connector
Route Properties
Auto Route
Routing through existing clips

Lesson 4: Editing Routes and Clips

Editing Routes and Clips
Start Route and Add to Route
Working with Clips

Lesson 5: Using Route Guidelines

Using Route Guidelines
Electrical Libraries
Importing Data
Component Library Wizard
Importing a Cable/Wire Library
From-To Lists
Route Guidelines
Harness Flattening and Detailing
Circuit Summary and Harness BOM

Lesson 6: Electrical Conduits

Electrical Conduits
Rigid Conduit
Electrical Data in Conduits
Electrical BOM
Flexible Electrical Conduit

Circuit works:

Import IDF 2.0, 3.0
Import IDF 4.0 & PADS (*.asc) file
Export IDF 2.0, 3.0, 4.0 & PADS
IDF to SolidWorks Part File
IDF to SolidWorks Assembly File
Circuit Works 3D Part Library Support
IDF Property Information Support
IDF Filtering Support
IDF 4.0 & PADS Preview Image Support

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling

Case Study 1: Bracket Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling

Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle
Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Contour Selection for sketching

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

DAY: 2

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

DAY: 3
SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

 Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface

DAY: 4
ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: Assembly Display States

Display States
Selection Tools for Display States

Lesson 6: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths

DAY: 5
SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats

Lesson 3: Dimensions

Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks SimulationXpress

Static Analysis of part

DAY: 1

SOLIDWORKS ESSENTIALS

Lesson 1: Introduction to SolidWorks

System Requirements
Operating systems
Product Line
User Interface
File Formats that can be opened

Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching

System Options
Units setting
Sketch Entities
2D Sketching
3D Sketching
Sketch shortcuts
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Sketch Fillets/ Chamfers
SketchXpert
Sketch Tools
Fully Define Sketch
Part Template

Lesson 3: Basic Part Modeling

Case Study 1: Bracket Extrude
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Filleting
View Options
Using the Hole Wizard
File

Lesson 4: Reference Geometry

Planes
Axis
Co-ordinate Systems
Points
Live section
Instant 3D

Lesson 5: Modeling

Case Study 2: Ratchet Handle Boss Feature with Draft
Different conditions of Extrude
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Different conditions of Extrude Cut
Using Copy and Paste
View shortcuts

Lesson 6: Patterning

Linear Pattern
Using Pattern Seed Only
Vary Sketch
Circular Patterns
Mirror
Sketch Driven Patterns
Curve Driven Pattern
Table Driven Pattern
Fill Pattern

Lesson 7: Revolved Features

Revolved Boss
Closing of Open Sketch
Revolved Cut
Edit Material
Mass Properties
Design Intent-Approach

Lesson 8: Other Basic Features

Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Thin Features
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Contour Selection for sketching

Lesson 9: Editing, Repairs & design changes

Check Sketch for Feature
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information from a Model
Rebuilding Tools

Lesson 10: Configurations of Parts

Configurations
Using Configurations
Modify Configurations
Editing Parts that have Configurations

Lesson 11: Design Tables and Equations

Link Values
Equations
Design Tables
Editing Design Tables
Saving Design Tables and Reuse

ADVANCED PART MODELING

Lesson 1: Multibody Solids

Introduction to Multi Bodies
Use of Merge result
Combine
Insert Part
Combining of Imported Bodies
Split
Modifying Imported Bodies
Indent

Lesson 2: Sweeps

Introduction to Sweep
Sweeping Along Model Edges
Composite Curve
Sweep with Guide Curves
Creating a Curve through a Set of Points
Projected Curve
Working with a Non-planar Path
Variable Radius Filleting
Display Curvature
Intersection Curve
Show Curvature Combs
Zebra Stripes
Selection Manager
Reuse of Sketches
Design Library Functionality
Helix and Spiral
Modeling Threads
Sweep Cut
Orientation and Twist Control
Align with End Faces
Solid Sweep

Lesson 3: Lofts and Splines

Sweeping and Lofting: What's the Difference?
Basic Lofting
Using Derived and Copied Sketches
Centerline Lofting
Loft with Guide Curves
Face Loft- Combine Bodies

Lesson 4: Other Advanced Tools

Advanced Fillets
Flex
Scale
Wrap Feature
Deform Feature
Free Form
Dome
Move Face and Delete Face
Using 3D Sketch with the hole Wizard

SURFACE MODELLING

Lesson 1: Understanding Surfaces

Introduction to surfaces

Lesson 2: Surface Modeling

Surface Extrude
Surface Revolve
Surface Sweep
Surface Loft
Surface Extend
Trim/ Untrim
Fill Surface
Boundary Surface
Ruled Surface
Planar Surface
Radiate Surface
Mid Surface
Spline on Surface
Knit
Thicken

Lesson3: Solid Surface Combination in Modeling

Offset Surface
Delete Faces
Offset Faces
Hybrid Modeling
Case Study: Lamp Shade

Lesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry

Introduction to Feature Works
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Repair using Surface
MOLD DESIGN Lesson1: Core and Cavity
Case Study: Plastic Bezel of a Cordless Drill
A Simple Two Plate Mold Design
Analyzing Draft on a Model
Draft Analysis Colors
Creating New Drafted Faces
Complex Shut-off Surfaces
Scale the Part to Allow for Shrinkage
Determine the Parting Lines
Manual Selection of Parting Lines
Automation
Modeling the Parting Surfaces
Smoothing the Parting Surface
Interlocking the Mold Tooling
Creating the Mold Tooling

Lesson 2: Multiple Parting Directions

Case Study: Multiple Parting Directions
Trapped Molding Areas
Side Cores
Lifters
Core Pins
Case Study: Electrode Design
Electrode Clearances
Keeping the Sharp Edges

SHEET METAL

Lesson 1: Modeling Sheet Metal Parts

Sheet Metal Toolbar
Sheet Metal Features
Base Flange
Miter Flange
Adding a Tab
Edge Flanges
Bend Angles
Flat Pattern
Cuts

Lesson 2: Sheet Metal Forming Tools

Sheet Metal Standard Forming Tools
Creating a Forming Tool
Split Face

Lesson 3: Additional Sheet Metal Features

Edge Flanges and Closed Corners
Sketched Bends
Hems
Curved Edge Flanges
Existing Rounds
Using Symmetry
Manual Relief Cut
Break Corner
Jog Bends
Lofted Bends

Lesson 4: Converting Parts to Sheet Metal

Recognize Bends Method
Opening IGES Files
Using the Rip Feature
Making Changes
Adding a Welded Corner
Sheet Metal from Shelled Parts
Unrolling Cones and Cylinders
Convert to Sheet Metal
Cross Blank
Configurations in sheet metal

Lesson 5: Modeling Sheet Metal In the Context of an Assembly

In-Context Sheet Metal Parts
Adding a New Part into an Assembly
Appearance During Part Editing
Building Edge Flanges In Context
Building Miter Flanges In Context
Edit Assembly

Lesson 6: Weldments

Weldments
Structural Members
Trimming Structural Members
Adding Plates
Weld Beads
Using Symmetry
Gussets and End Caps
Profile Sketches
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Weldments Drawings
Make Assembly from Weldments

ASSEMBLY MODELING

Lesson 1: Introduction

User Interface
Types of Assemblies
Assembly Templates

Lesson 2: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling

Case Study: Universal Joint
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
Feature Manager Design Tree and Symbols
Adding Components
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Creating Copies of Instances
Component Hiding and Transparency
Component Properties
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Interference Detection
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Generating a Bill of Materials in Assembly
Find References
Assembly expert

Lesson 3: The Motion Manager

Using the Animation Wizard
Free Motion
Drag Motion
Motors and Motion
Visual Properties
Interpolation Modes
View Orientation States
Physical Simulation
Using Physical Dynamics

Lesson 4: Top-Down Assembly Modeling

Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
Assembly Features
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Smart Fasteners
Saving Internal Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
Removing External References
Fastening Features
Use of Tool Box
Part Fastening Features
In-Context Fastening Features

Lesson 5: File Management

SolidWorks Explorer
Renaming Components
Replacing Components
Pack and Go
File Paths
SOLIDWORKS DRAWINGS

Lesson 1: Drawing Sheets and Views

System Options
Drawing Views
Model Items
View Settings
Center marks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Document Properties

Lesson 2: Sheet Formats and Templates

Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Importing Legacy Data
Updating Sheet Formats Lesson 3: Dimensions
Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Auto Dimensioning

Lesson 4: Annotations

Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks

Lesson 5: Assembly Drawing Views

Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies
 

Lesson 6: Bill of Materials and Tables

Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Design Tables in the Drawing
Hole tables
Revision table
General Table

Lesson 7: Performance and Display Issues

Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views
 

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Lesson 1: eDrawings

Introduction to eDrawings
Utilities in eDrawings
Methods of sending eDrawings

Lesson 2: DWG Editor

Introduction to DWG Editor
Conversion of dwg/ dxf data

Lesson 3: SolidWorks Utilities

Format Painter
Compare Options
Symmetry check
Find Options
Report Manager
Geometry Analysis
Thickness analysis

Lesson 4: SolidWorks SimulationXpress

Static Analysis of part