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SOLIDWORKS Training Syllabus
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For SolidWorks Training:
1. Getting Started with SolidWorks
Introductions
About and Features of SolidWorks
SolidWorks Graphical User Interface
How to Customizing the Interface
File Types and Templates
Design Intent
Feature Manager Design Tree,
Callouts, Handles, Confirmation corner and mouse buttons
Keyboard Shortcuts and Command Manager
Hardware and Software requirements
SolidWorks Task Scheduler
2. SolidWorks Basics
Introduction to Sketching
Introduction of Sketch Elements
2D Sketching
Stages in the Process
Saving Files
Sketching, Sketch Entities and Basic Sketching
Rules That Govern Sketches
Sketch Relations
Dimensions
Extrude
Sketching Guidelines
Basic Part Modeling
Basic Modeling
Terminology
Choosing the Best Profile
Choosing the Sketch Plane
Details of the Part
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Boss Feature
Sketching on a Planar Face
Cut Feature
Using the Hole Wizard
View Options
Filleting
Detailing Basics
Drawing Views
Center Marks
Dimensioning
Changing Parameters
Modeling a Casting or Forging
Case Study: Ratchet
Design Intent
Boss Feature with Draft
Symmetry in the Sketch
Sketching Inside the Model
View Options
Using Model Edges in a Sketch
Creating Trimmed Sketch Geometry
Using Copy and Paste
Patterning
Why Use Patterns?
Reference Geometry
Linear Pattern
Circular Patterns
Mirror Patterns
Using Pattern Seed Only
Sketch Driven Patterns
Revolved Features
Case Study: Handwheel
Design Intent
Revolved Features
Building the Rim
Building the Spoke
Edit Material
Mass Properties
File Properties
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SolidWorks SimulationXpress
Using SolidWorks SimulationXpress
The SimulationXpress Interface
Shelling and Ribs
Shelling and Ribs
Analyzing and Adding Draft
Other Options for Draft
Shelling
Ribs
Full Round Fillets
Thin Features
Editing: Repairs
Part Editing
Editing Topics
Sketch Issues
FilletXpert
DraftXpert
Editing: Design Changes
Part Editing
Design Changes
Information From a Model
Rebuilding Tools
Sketch Contours
Editing with Instant 3D
Configurations
Configurations
Using Configurations
Creating Configurations
Link Values
Equations
Configure Dimension / Feature
Modeling Strategies for Configurations
Editing Parts that Have Configurations
Using Drawings
More About Making Drawings
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Section View
Model Views
Broken View
Detail Views
Drawing Sheets and Sheet Formats
Projected Views
Annotations
Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling
Bottom-Up Assembly
Creating a New Assembly
Position of the First Component
FeatureManager Design Tree and Symbols
Using Part Configurations in Assemblies
Sub-assemblies
Inserting Sub-assemblies
Pack and Go
Using Assemblies
Using Assemblies
Analyzing the Assembly
Checking for Clearances
Changing the Values of Dimensions
Exploded Assemblies
Explode Line Sketch
Bill of Materials
Assembly Drawings
3. SolidWorks Assemble Modeling
Top-Down Assembly Modeling
Top-Down Assembly Modeling
Stages in the Process
Building Virtual Parts
Building Parts in an Assembly
In-Context Features
Propagating Changes
Saving Virtual Parts as External
External References
Breaking External References
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Removing External References
Assembly Features and Smart Fasteners
Assembly Features and Smart Fasteners
Stages in the Process
Assembly Features
Smart Fasteners
Advanced Mate Techniques
Advanced Mates
Adding Mate References
Design Library Parts
Capture Mate References
Smart Components
Advanced and Mechanical Mate Types
Summary: Inserting and Mating Components
Multiple Mate Mode
Mate Options
Using Configurations with Assemblies
Using Configurations with Assemblies
Stages in the Process
Component Patterns
Configuration Properties
Using Configure Component
Creating Configurations Manually
Configuration Publisher
Display States and Appearances
Display States
Bulk Selection Tools
Advanced Select
Envelopes
Appearances, Materials and Scenes
Assembly Editing
Assembly Editing
Key Topics
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Editing Activities
Replacing and Modifying Components
Troubleshooting an Assembly
Replacing Components Using Save As
Mirroring Components
Hole Alignment
Controlling Dimensions in an Assembly
Sensors
Layout-based Assembly Design
Layout-based Assembly Design
Key Topics
Blocks
Inserting Blocks
Creating a Part from a Block
Large Assemblies
Large Assemblies
Key Topics
Lightweight Components
Large Assembly Mode
Selective Open with Hide
Using Quick View / Selective Open
Using SpeedPak
Using Configurations with Large Assemblies
Modifying the Structure of an Assembly
Assembly Visualization
4. SolidWorks Drawing
Drawing Sheets and Views
Drawing Sheets and Views
Terminology
Drawing Views
Sketching in Drawing Views
View Settings
Centermarks and Centerlines
Model Edges in the View
Dimensions
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Dimensions
Moving and Deleting Dimensions
Dimension Properties
Annotations
Adding Annotations
Annotation Types
Blocks
Sheet Formats and Templates
Sheet Formats and Templates
Drawing Templates
Properties in the Template
User Defined Properties
Customizing a Sheet Format
Define Title Block
Updating Sheet Formats
Assembly Drawing Views
Assembly Drawing Views
Creating Views of Assemblies
Bill of Materials and Tables
Creating and Managing a Bill of Materials
The Bill of Materials
Adding a BOM
Modifying the BOM
Tabulated Bill of Materials
Performance and Display Issues
Performance and Display Issues
Large Assembly Mode
Lightweight Drawings
Detached Drawings
Display Issues in Drawing Views
Reusing a Drawing File
Changing Drawing References
Using DrawCompare
SolidWorks Design Checker
Using DimXpert and TolAnalyst
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DimXpert
Tolerance Types and Features
DimXpert Selections
Settings for DimXpert
Auto Dimension Scheme
5. SolidWorks Surfacing
Understanding Surfaces
Solids and Surfaces
Working with Surface Bodies
Why Use Surfaces?
Continuity Explained
Workflow with Surfaces
Introduction to Surfacing
Similarities Between Solid and Surface Modeling
Basic Surfacing
Solid-Surface Hybrid Modeling
Hybrid Modeling
Using Surfaces to Modify Solids
Interchanging Between Solids and Surfaces
Performance Implications
Surfaces as Construction Geometry
Making Copies of Faces
Repairing and Editing
Imported Geometry
Importing Data
Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry
Ruled Surfaces
Lofting Surfaces
Filled Surface
Conclusion
Design Changes
Blends and Patches
Complex Blends
Smoothing Patches
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Boundary Surface
Freeform Feature
Corner Blends
Introduction to Master Models
Surface Master Model Technique
Working with a Solid Master Model
SolidWorks Explorer
6. SolidWorks Sheet Metal
Sheet Metal Flange Method
What are Sheet Metal Parts?
Sheet Metal Methods
Base Flange
Flat Pattern
Edge Flanges
Editing Sheet Metal Settings
Cuts in Sheet Metal
Break Corner
Sheet Metal Parts in Drawings
Sheet Metal Convert Method
Sheet Metal Conversion Topics
Converting to Sheet Metal
Imported Geometry to Sheet Metal
Using the Rip Feature
Adding Bends in Place of Sharp Corners
Sheet Metal Features
Adding a Welded Corner
Multi-body Sheet Metal Parts
Multi-body Sheet Metal Parts
Methods to Create Multi-body Sheet Metal Parts
Creating Multi-bodies by Sketching
Miter Flange
The Cut List Folder
Cuts using Multi-bodies
Patterning Sheet Metal Bodies
Sheet Metal Properties
Multi-body Drawings
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Using Mirror and Insert Part
Interfering Bodies
Exporting Sheet Metal Bodies
Using Split
Sheet Metal Forming Tools
Sheet Metal Forming Tools
Modifying an Existing Forming Tool
Creating a Custom Forming Tool
Features and Techniques
Additional Sheet Metal Features
Using Symmetry
Additional Modeling Techniques
In-Context Methods
Process Plans
7. SolidWorks Weldments
Weldments
Weldments
Structural Members
Groups vs. Structural Members
Manual Trimming of Structural Members
Adding Plates
Gussets and End Caps
Using Symmetry
Profile Sketches
Working with Weldments
Managing the Cut List
Custom Properties
Representing Welds
Weldment Drawings
Weldment Drawings
Lesson 3: Working with Pipes and Tubing
Working with Pipes and Tubing
3D Sketching
Weldments and Sheet Metal in Assemblies
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8. SolidWorks FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
Introduction to FEA
Solve Finite Element Mode
Analyze Result
Errors in FEA
Finite Elements
Calculations in FEA
Interpretation of FEA Results
Units of Measurement
The Analysis Process
The Analysis Process
Case Study: Stress in a Plate
SolidWorks Simulation Options
Preprocessing
Meshing
Postprocessing
Multiple Studies
Reports
Mesh Controls, Stress Concentrations and Boundary Conditions
Mesh Control
Case Study: The L Bracket
Project Description
Case Study: Analysis of Bracket with a Fillet
Case Study: Analysis of a Welded
Bracket Understanding the Effect of Boundary Conditions
Assembly Analysis with Contacts
Objectives
Contact Analysis
Case Study: Pliers with Global Contact
Pliers with Local Contact
Lesson 5: Symmetrical and Free
Self-Equilibrated Assemblies
Shrink Fit Parts
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Case Study: Shrink Fit
Project Description
Analysis with Soft Springs
Assembly Analysis with
Connectors
Connecting Components
Connectors
Case Study: Vise Grip Pliers
Compatible/Incompatible Meshes
Objectives
Compatible / Incompatible Meshing
Case Study: Rotor
Assembly Analysis Mesh Refinement
Mesh Control in an Assembly
Case Study: Cardan Joint
Problem Statement
Part 1: Draft Quality Coarse Mesh Analysis
Part 2: High Quality Mesh Analysis
Analysis of Thin Components
Thin Components
Case Study: Pulley
Part 1: Mesh with Solid Elements
Part 2: Refined Solid Mesh
Solid vs. Shell
Mixed Meshing Shells & Solids
Mixed Meshing Solids and Shells
Case Study: Pressure Vessel
Mixed Meshing Solids, Beams & Shells
Mixed Meshing
Case Study: Particle Separator
Design Scenarios
Design Study
Case Study: Suspension Design
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Part 1: Multiple Load Cases
Part 2: Geometry Modification
Large Displacement Analysis
Small vs. Large Displacement Analysis
Case Study: Clamp
Part 1: Small Displacement Linear Analysis
Part 2: Large Displacement Nonlinear Analysis