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Course Outline
What the programme covers, module by module.
Module 1: Introduction to SolidWorks
- SolidWorks overview
- CAD fundamentals
- Parametric modelling
- SolidWorks applications
- Design workflow
- File types
Module 2: SolidWorks Interface & Navigation
- CommandManager
- FeatureManager Design Tree
- PropertyManager
- Graphics area
- View controls
- Workspace configuration
Module 3: Sketching Fundamentals
- Sketch environment
- Sketch planes
- Lines
- Rectangles
- Circles
- Arcs
Module 4: Sketch Relations & Dimensions
- Geometric relations
- Smart dimensions
- Horizontal and vertical relations
- Tangency
- Symmetry
- Fully defined sketches
Module 5: Part Modelling Fundamentals
- Part documents
- Reference planes
- Feature-based modelling
- Design intent
- Parent-child relationships
- FeatureManager organisation
Module 6: Extruded Features
- Extruded Boss/Base
- Extruded Cut
- End conditions
- Thin features
- Direction options
- Feature modification
Module 7: Revolved & Swept Features
- Revolved Boss/Base
- Revolved Cut
- Sweep
- Profiles
- Paths
- Feature parameters
Module 8: Loft & Advanced Features
- Lofted Boss/Base
- Lofted Cut
- Boundary features
- Rib
- Dome
- Advanced geometry
Module 9: Engineering Features
- Fillets
- Chamfers
- Shell
- Draft
- Hole Wizard
- Feature editing
Module 10: Patterns & Mirroring
- Linear patterns
- Circular patterns
- Sketch-driven patterns
- Mirror features
- Geometry patterns
- Pattern modification
Module 11: Reference Geometry & Design Intent
- Reference planes
- Axes
- Points
- Coordinate systems
- Equations
- Design relationships
Module 12: Assembly Design Fundamentals
- Assembly documents
- Component insertion
- Fixed components
- Floating components
- Subassemblies
- Assembly structure
Module 13: Assembly Mates
- Coincident mates
- Concentric mates
- Distance mates
- Angle mates
- Advanced mates
- Mate management
Module 14: Advanced Assembly Management
- Component patterns
- Exploded views
- Interference detection
- Collision detection
- Clearance verification
- Assembly evaluation
Module 15: Configurations & Design Variations
- Configuration concepts
- Creating configurations
- Feature suppression
- Dimension variations
- Design tables
- Product variants
Module 16: Sheet Metal Design
- Sheet metal fundamentals
- Base flange
- Edge flange
- Bends
- Hem
- Cuts
- Flat patterns
Module 17: Surface Modelling
- Surface concepts
- Extruded surfaces
- Revolved surfaces
- Swept surfaces
- Lofted surfaces
- Boundary surfaces
Module 18: Advanced Surface Operations
- Trim surface
- Knit surface
- Extend surface
- Offset surface
- Filled surface
- Surface-to-solid workflows
Module 19: Engineering Drawings
- Drawing sheets
- Standard views
- Projected views
- Section views
- Detail views
- Auxiliary views
Module 20: Dimensions, Tolerances & BOM
- Model dimensions
- Reference dimensions
- Geometric tolerances
- Surface finish symbols
- Bill of Materials
- Balloons
Module 21: Model Evaluation & Validation
- Measure tool
- Mass properties
- Interference detection
- Draft analysis
- Section properties
- Design validation
Module 22: Integrated SolidWorks Design Project
- Parametric part modelling
- Assembly development
- Sheet metal or surface modelling
- Engineering drawing creation
- BOM preparation
- Design validation
Who it's for & what's included
Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.
Classroom
Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor on-site
- ✓ Printed workbook & materials
- ✓ Group exercises & case studies
Online Instructor-Led
Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor via video call
- ✓ Digital workbook & resources
- ✓ Session recordings
Self-Paced
Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.
Everything you get
- ✓ On-demand video lessons
- ✓ Interactive quizzes
- ✓ 24/7 access on any device
Course Overview
The SolidWorks Design program equips job seekers and freshers with practical skills to create professional mechanical components, assemblies, and engineering drawings. Participants learn sketching, parametric modelling, advanced features, assembly design, sheet metal, surface modelling, configurations, drawings, tolerances, design analysis, and structured product development workflows.