Computer-Aided Design (CAD) with SolidWorks®

At the end of this course, participants will:

• Grasp fundamental and advanced 3D modeling concepts and their applications
• Be able to demonstrate the ability to create accurate 2D sketches
• Apply sketching techniques to extrude and revolve sketches into 3D parts
• Understand and implement material properties for realistic part representation
• Master advanced sketching techniques, including relations and constraints
• Develop proficiency in constructing assemblies using multiple interconnected parts
• Establish and manage relationships between components within an assembly
• Understand and apply assembly design principles
• Generate exploded views for technical documentation
• Simulate motion within an assembly for dynamic analysis and presentations
• Produce detailed orthographic and isometric views from 3D models
• Add accurate dimensions and annotations to drawings
• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for assemblies
• Create and manipulate complex surfaces for advanced designs
• Understand the fundamental concepts of Finite Element Analysis
• Learn how to apply various types of loads to a finite element model
• Gain hands-on experience in setting up realistic loading and constraint scenarios

• Design Engineers
• Product Development Teams: Teams involved in the ideation, design, and development of new products or improvements to existing products
• Mechanical Engineers
• Manufacturing Engineers: Engineers involved in the planning and optimization of manufacturing processes, who can benefit from creating accurate 3D models for production
• Prototyping and R&D Teams: Teams engaged in prototyping and research and development activities, using CAD for creating prototypes and testing designs
• Project Managers overseeing engineering projects, ensuring effective communication and coordination among team members
• Quality Assurance and Control Teams interested in understanding design specifications and ensuring products meet quality standards
• Process Engineers responsible for optimizing and improving industrial processes, using CAD for designing efficient layouts and systems
• Maintenance and Facilities Engineers
• Procurement Specialists