This unique text presents a thorough introduction to SolidWorks for anyone with little or no prior experience with CAD software. It can be used in virtually any setting from four year engineering schools to on-the-job use or self-study. It can also be used by faculty as a self-directed study guide for students as well. The text begins at a basic level and ends at an advanced level. The book also contains Additional Problems at the end of the text. It’s perfect for anyone interested in learning SolidWorks quickly and effectively using a “learning by doing” approach.
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Chapter 2 Learning More Basics
Chapter 3 Learning To Detail Part Drawings
Chapter 4 Advanced Detail Drawing Procedures
Chapter 5 Learning To Edit Existing Solid Models
Chapter 6 Advanced Design Procedures
Chapter 7 Introduction to Assembly View Procedures
Chapter 8 Introduction to Advanced Commands
Chapter 9 Introduction to SimulationXpress
Chapter 10 Introduction to Mechanical Mates
Chapter 11 Advanced Work Plane Procedures
Chapter 12 Introduction to Creating a Helix
Chapter 13 Introduction to Importing DWG files
Chapter 14 Introduction to the Design Library
Chapter 15 Introduction to the DMFXpress Analysis Wizard
Chapter 16 Introduction to the FloXpress Analysis Wizard
Chapter 17 Introduction to Sheet Metal
Scott
Hansen
L. Scott Hansen received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Vocational Education from Northern Arizona University and also earned a Ph.D. in Applied Science and Technology at the University of Wyoming. He is currently a Professor of Engineering Technology at Southern Utah University. He teaches freshman through senior-level courses in the CAD/CAM Engineering Technology program. Some of Hansen’s software application experience includes, AutoCAD, Mastercam, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, Solid Edge and CATIA V5. For many years he’s enjoyed design and fabrication work by building and modifying automobiles, dune buggies, boats and motorcycles.