Course overview
Using the software Solidworks -SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD Packages | Solid Solutions, this practical course is designed to allow candidates to develop knowledge, understanding and skills in 2D & 3D CAD. During the course candidates will develop the knowledge and skills to use this commercial CAD system to create details 2D drawings with auxiliary and sectional views and also develop skills for 3D CAD.
Course description
On this course, learners will work towards and achieve the outcomes listed in the attached SQA unit specification for unit F5H5 12. In addition to this, using the CAD software Solidworks, learners will also complete activities to gain a good understanding of 3D CAD.Learners will produce solid models and assemblies that include the following features:
- Boss extrude
- Boss cut
- Revolve boss
- Threading
- Sections
- Mating multiple parts together to create a finished assembly and Creating 2D drawings of all the components produced.
In addition to the above, candidates will save and convert files for 3D printing
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry criteria, however, an understanding of engineering drawing would be an advantage
Course options
Course Type: Short course
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Venue details
Dumfries Campus
Bankend Road
Dumfries
Course Type: Evening
Details
Venue details
Dumfries Campus
Bankend Road
Dumfries