SolidWorks 2011 Part I - Basic Tools
Published January 21, 2011
560 Pages
ISBN: 978-1-58503-624-0
Description
Key Features
- Starts at an introductory level
- Comprehensive coverage of beginning to intermediate tools and techniques
- Uses step by step tutorial approach with real world projects
- Covers the creation of parts, assemblies and drawings
- Features a quick reference guide and a Certified SolidWorks Professional practice exam
In Detail
SolidWorks 2011 Part I - Basic Tools introduces new users to the SolidWorks interface, SolidWorks tools and basic modeling techniques. It provides readers with a strong understanding of SolidWorks and covers the creation of parts, assemblies and drawings. Every lesson and exercise in this book was created based on real world projects. Each of these projects have been broken down and developed into easy and comprehendible steps for the reader. Furthermore, at the end of every chapter there are self test questionnaires to ensure that the reader has gained sufficient knowledge from each section before moving on to more advanced lessons. This book takes the approach that in order to understand SolidWorks, inside and out, the reader should create everything from the beginning and take it step by step.
Who this book is for
This book is for the beginner, who is not familiar with the SolidWorks program and its add ins.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Setting System Settings
- Document Templates
- Basic Solid Modeling - Extrude Options
- Basic Solid Modeling - Extrude & Revolve
- Revolve Parts - Ball Joint Arm
Derived Sketches - Center Ball Joint - Rib & Shell Features - Formed Tray
- Linear Patterns - Test Tray
Circular Patterns - Spur Gear
Circular Patterns - Circular Base Mount
Curve Driven Patterns & hole Wizard - Part Configuration - Machined Block
- Modeling Threads - Threaded Insert
- Bottom Up Assembly - Ball Joint Assembly
Bottom Up Assembly - Link Assembly - Layout Assembly
SolidWorks Animator - The Basics - Drawing Preparations
- Assembly Drawings - Links Assembly
- Drawing Views - Machined Block
Detailing - Machined Block Details - Sheet Metal Drawings - Post Cap
2D to 3D Convert AutoCAD into SolidWorks - e-Drawings - Soft Lock Assembly
- Part I Configurations: -Button Assembly
Part II, Assembly & Drawing Configs.: - Wheel - Part - Design Tables
Assembly - Design Tables - Preparation materials for the CSWP - Core Exam
Student Testimonials
SolidWorks 2011 Quick-Guides
Index
Software
Student Design Kit
A 150-day term license for SolidWorks
Starting in the Summer of 2011 this book comes bundled with the SolidWorks Student Design Kit. The SolidWorks Student Design Kit is a 150-day term-of-use license, and is compatible with the SolidWorks Education 2011-2012 Edition. This is available for educational use only when ordered through a school bookstore or department.
Note: This software is available only to college/university bookstores and schools located in the United States and Canada. Individual Sales to students are not permitted.
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