SOLIDWORKS 2016 Tutorial with Video Instruction

• Uses step-by-step, project based, tutorials designed for beginning or intermediate users 

• Contains embedded training videos demonstrating all the basic tools needed to start using SOLIDWORKS 

• Will prepare you for the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate Exam 

• Includes a chapter introducing you to 3D printing


SOLIDWORKS 2016 Tutorial with video instruction is targeted towards a technical school, two year college, four year university or industry professional that is a beginner or intermediate CAD user. The text provides a student who is looking for a step-by-step project based approach in learning SOLIDWORKS with video instruction, SOLIDWORKS model files and preparation for the Certified Associate - Mechanical Design (CSWA) exam. 


The book is divided into three sections. Chapters 1 - 6 explore the SOLIDWORKS User Interface and CommandManager, Document and System properties, simple machine parts, simple and complex assemblies, proper design intent, design tables, configurations, equations, multi-sheet, multi-view drawings, BOMs, and Revision tables using basic and advanced features. 


Chapters 7 - 10 prepare you for the Certified Associate - Mechanical Design (CSWA) exam. The certification indicates a foundation in and apprentice knowledge of 3D CAD and engineering practices and principles. 


View Chapter 11 on Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) and its benefits and features. Understand the terms and technology used in low cost 3D printers. 


Follow the step-by-step instructions and develop multiple assemblies that combine over 100 extruded machined parts and components. Formulate the skills to create, modify and edit sketches and solid features. 


Learn the techniques to reuse features, parts and assemblies through symmetry, patterns, copied components, apply proper design intent, design tables and configurations. Learn by doing, not just by reading. 


Desired outcomes and usage competencies are listed for each chapter. Know your objective up front. Follow the steps in each chapter to achieve your design goals. 


Work between multiple documents, features, commands, custom properties and document properties that represent how engineers and designers utilize SOLIDWORKS in industry. 


New to this edition 


There are many new additions and enhancements to this edition. All of the screen shots have been updated to show the new SOLIDWORKS icons. SOLIDWORKS new ‘breadcrumbs’ feature has been incorporated into text along with the Visualizations tool for references. Enhancements to the Patterns, Surfaces, Swept and threads have also been integrated into the tutorials. 


Video Tutorials 


This book includes embedded videos to enhance your learning and experience. The videos cover the following topics: 


• Start a SOLIDWORKS 2016 session 

• Understand the SOLIDWORKS 2016 Interface 

• Create 2D Sketching, Sketch Planes and use Sketch tools 

• Create 3D Features and apply Design Intent 

• Create an Assembly 

• Create Drawings Part 1 & Part 2 


Table of Contents


      Introduction 

1.   Overview of SOLIDWORKS and the User Interface 

2.   Parts and Assembly Creation 

3.   Front Support Assembly 

4.   Fundamentals of Drawing 

5.   Advanced Features 

6.   Pneumatic Test Module and Final Robot Assembly 

7.   CSWA Introduction and Drafting Competencies 

8.   CSWA Basic & Intermediate Part Creation and Modification 

9.   CSWA Advanced Part Creation and Modification 

10. CSWA - Assembly Creation and Modification 

11. Additive Manufacturing - 3D Printing 

      Appendix 

      Glossary 

      Index