3D Modeling

Course Description:

This course, developed by Bridgerland Technical College, teaches students concepts and techniques of 3D, feature-based, parametric modeling. SolidWorks is used as the modeling tool. Students will learn the SolidWorks interface, menus, toolbars and commands that are used to create 2D sketches, 3D parts, and assemblies. All of the concepts covered on the Certified SoldWorks Associate exam are taught. Upon completing the course, students should be able to:

• orient students to the Solid Works program and user interface,
• learn the file formats and document properties used with SolidWorks,
• learn how to customize SolidWorks to fit your needs,
• demonstrate how to manipulate module views and orientation,
• practice the fundamentals of fully defining 2D sketches and 3D geometry,
• practice basic and advanced features creation to build models, and
• learn how to create 2D drawings from parts and assemblies.

Course Contents:

Course materials include a Canvas .imscc file. The .imscc file includes numerous folders and files from the Canvas course, including a syllabus. The syllabus includes a course description, course objectives, and instructor and grading information.

This course includes ten modules. Most modules include an introduction video and labs.

Below is a sample of modules and labs included in the course:

• Module 1: Orientation
• Module 2: Introduction to 3D Modeling
  • 2.1 Introduction to SolidWorks
  • 2.2 Student Design Kit
• Module 3: Getting Around and Working SolidWorks
  • 3.1 The SolidWorks User Interface
  • 3.2 Customizing to Your Needs
• Module 4: Basic Part Modeling
  • 4.1 Rule #1 Before You Start Modeling Parts
  • 4.2 Sketching Basics
• Module 5: Patterns and Mirrors
  • 5.1 Lab: P&M Demonstration Part
  • 5.2 Lb: Oil Pan Gasket
• Module 6: Revolves and Reference Geometry
  • 6.1 Lab: Revolves & Reference Geometry
  • 6.2 Lab: Oil Cooler
• Module 7: Sweeps and Advanced Sketching
  • 7.1 Intro to Sweeps
  • 7.3 Lab: Intro to 3D Sketch
• Module 8: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling
  • 8.1 Lab: Intro to Assemblies
• Module 9: Drawings
  • 9.1 Creating Drawings From Models
• Module 10: Reverse Engineering & 3D Printing
  • 10.1 Labs: Reverse Engineering