FOR RELEASES 2003-2004
THROUGH 2005-2006.
This
unique reference was written with the intention that users can
learn Solidworks on their own with little or no outside help.
Unlike other books of its kind, it begins at a very basic level and
ends at a fairly advanced level. Its perfect for anyone enrolled in
Engineering and Technology programs, as well as professionals
interested in learning Solidworks.
- Provides
step-by-step instructions along with numerous illustrations.
- Commands
are shown in bold for those who would rather not read every word of
instruction.
- Includes
graphic illustration for each step for those who would rather learn
visually.
- Contains
small notes on most illustrations to further clarify
instructions.
Getting
Started
- Create a
simple sketch using the Sketch command
- Dimension a sketch using
the Smart Dimension command
- Extrude
a sketch using the Features command
- Create a
fillet using the Fillet command
- Create a
hole using the Extrude command
- Create a
counter bore using the Hole command
Learning More
Basics
- Revolve
a sketch using the Revolve command
- Create a
hole using the Extrude command
- Create a
series of holes using the Circular Hole command
Learning to Detail Part
Drawings
- Create
an Orthographic View using the Drawing commands
Advanced Detail Drawing
Procedures
- Create
an Auxiliary View using the Drawing commands
- Create a
Section View using the Drawing commands
- Dimension views using
the Drawing commands
- Create
Text using the Drawing Annotation Panel
Learning to Edit
Existing Solid Models
- Edit the
part using the Sketch commands
- Edit the
part using the Extrude command
- Edit the
part using the Chamfer command
Advanced Design
Procedures
- Learn to
use the Front, Top, and Right Planes
- Learn to
use the Wireframe viewing command
- Learn to
Convert Entities on to a new sketch
- Learn to
use the Shell command
Introduction to Assembly
View Procedures
- Learn to insert existing
solid models into the Assembly commands
- Learn to constrain all
parts using the Mate command
- Learn to edit/modify
parts while in the Assembly command
- Learn to assign colors
to different parts in the Assembly command
- Learn to drive
constraints to simulate motion
