AutoCAD + SolidWorks: Mechanical Design Course

Course overview

Learn AutoCAD and SolidWorks at CADADDA in Jodhpur. Build practical skills in 2D mechanical drafting, parametric 3D modelling, sheet metal, surface modelling, weldments and assemblies. Create dimensioned drawings, develop mechanical components and prepare design documentation through practical exercises.

Learning outcomes

• Create accurate 2D mechanical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Prepare orthographic, sectional and isometric views.
• Apply dimensions, annotations and layers to organise technical drawings.
• Build parametric sketches and 3D mechanical parts in SolidWorks.
• Modify designs using an organised feature-based modelling approach.
• Develop sheet metal components, surface models and weldment structures.
• Assemble components using mates and create exploded views.
• Generate drawing sheets, balloons and bills of materials from models.
• Prepare scaled PDF drawings and a portfolio of mechanical design exercises.

Course curriculum