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In this SolidWorks 2013 training video Matt Lombard will teach you how to create 3D CAD models using the tools and techniques made available to you in this popular software from Dassault Systems. This training course is designed for the absolute beginner, and no previous 3D CAD software experience is required in order to get the most out of this training video.
You will start with the basics of SolidWorks 2013, exploring the newly designed interface. Matt will guide you though customizing the interface to help you work efficiently, and then directs you right into using the sketch tools. This video tutorial uses real-world examples throughout to enforce the skills you are being taught. Matt covers basic tools and techniques such as creating linkages, fillets and mirroring. He walks you through the tools for plastic parts, and sheet metal modeling. You will learn simple sweeps and lofts, creating part drawings and how to build assemblies. Working files are included, allowing you to follow along with the author throughout the lessons.
By the time you have completed this introduction to SolidWorks 2013, you will have a solid grasp on creating drawings and assemblies using this 3D mechanical modeling software. This computer based training tutorial focuses on building a solid foundation of the basics, so that you can continue on and grow your skill set to create more complex models and assemblies.
01. Introduction
0101 What Is SolidWorks All About
0102 First Time You Run SolidWorks
0103 SolidWorks Default Interface - Part 1
0104 SolidWorks Default Interface - Part 2
0105 SolidWorks Default Interface - Part 3
0106 Customizing The Interface - Part 1
0107 Customizing The Interface - Part 2
0108 Customizing The Interface - Part 3
0109 Templates And File Types
02. Sketching
0201 Introducing Sketch Elements
0202 Sketching Rectangles
0203 More Sketch Entities
0204 Using Sketch Tools
0205 Design Intent And Automatic Sketch Relations
0206 3D Sketch Introduction
0207 Introduction To Dimensions In 2D Sketches
0208 The Modify Dialog Box
0209 Getting Started On A Simple Model
03. Working With SolidWorks Features
0301 Examining A Linkage - Part 1
0302 Examining A Linkage - Part 2
0303 Building A Linkage - Part 1
0304 Building A Linkage - Part 2
0305 Building A Linkage - Part 3
0306 Fillets Through Variable Radius
0307 More Fillets
0308 Chamfers
0309 Mirroring
0310 Mirror And Feature Order
0311 Mirroring Parts
0312 Simple Configurations
0313 Configurations And Design Tables
0314 Meta Data
04. Tools For Plastic Parts
0401 Plastic Features Introduction
0402 Draft Introduction
0403 Neutral Plane Draft
0404 Parting Line Draft
0405 Step Draft
0406 Shell
0407 Multiple Shells
0408 Ribs - Part 1
0409 Ribs - Part 2
0410 Mounting Bosses
0411 Reference Geometry
0412 Lip And Groove
0413 Snap, Hook, and Groove
0414 Vents
05. Modeling A Sheet Metal Enclosure
0501 Sheet Metal Introduction
0502 Building A Sheet Metal Enclosure - Part 1
0503 Building A Sheet Metal Enclosure - Part 2
0504 Library Features and Forming Tools
0505 Creating A Forming Tool From Scratch
0506 Using The Insert Bends Method
0507 Lofted Bends
0508 Corner Treatments
06. Simple Sweeps And Lofts
0601 3D Sketch Review
0602 Creating Pipes
0603 3D Splines And Sweeping Wires
0604 Sweeps With Guide Curves
0605 Loft And Boundary
0606 Helix And Threads
0607 Sweep With Twist
07. Part Drawings
0701 Introduction To SolidWorks Drawings
0702 Templates And Formats - Part 1
0703 Templates And Formats - Part 2
0704 Templates And Formats - Part 3
0705 Creating New Drawing
0706 Creating Views
0707 More View Display Options
0708 Placing Dimensions and Annotations
08. Editing
0801 Editing - Part 1
0802 Editing - Part 2
09. Building Assemblies
0901 Introduction To Assemblies - Part 1
0902 Introduction To Assemblies - Part 2
0903 Putting Parts Into An Assembly
0904 Assembling Parts
0905 Mating The Wishbone
0906 Mating The Linkage
0907 Handlbar Sub-Assembly
0908 Assembling The Fork Into The Motorcycle
0909 Simple Animation
0910 Assembly Tools
0911 Tools For Large Assemblies
0912 Creating A Multibody Chain
0913 Multibodies
10. Visualization Techniques
1001 Visualization Introduction
1002 Scenes
1003 Lights
1004 Display Modes
11. Assembly Drawings
1101 Assembly Drawings
1102 Exploded View
1103 Multiple Position View And Printing
1104 Detached Drawings And eDrawings
12. Conclusion
1201 Favorite Settings
1202 Best Practice Suggestions
1203 SolidWorks Resources On The Web
13. About The Author
1301 About The Author