ME 306
PROJECTS: INTRODUCTION TO SOLIDWORKS

Course Description

Introduction to SolidWorks CAD software. Applications of software to create solid models, engineering drawings, and assemblies.

Topics

• Introduction to SolidWorks user interface, view controls, and model structure
  
• Creating simple objects
  
• Revolved protrusions, mirror copies, rounds, and chamfers
  
• Datum and sketcher tools
  
• Patterns and copies
  
• Engineering drawings
  
• Assembly: fundamentals and operations
  
• Sweeps and blends
  
• Individual project

Learning Outcomes

The student, upon completion of this course, will be able to:

• Apply the CAD modeling skills learned in this class to real-world problems.
  
• Create a CAD assembly model with descriptions of its function/improvements.
  
• Identify and apply pertinent modeling methods and practices.