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Mechanical Design
CAD I
CAD I
This course is designed to give students hands-on experience using SolidWorks three-dimensional Parametric CAD software. SolidWorks is a mechanical design software that takes advantage of the familiar Microsoft Windows graphical user interface. The students will use the software to create three-dimensional solid parts and assemblies. The students will also create orthographic projections from the solid geometry. Rapid prototyping may be presented in this course.
Power Standards
Power Standards
To provide the basic information necessary for planning various types of working drawings.
Develop the necessary technical skills to communicate engineering concepts in an understandable, efficient and accurate manner.
Utilize the latest drawing techniques to incorporate communication and engineering career opportunities.
Course Information
Course Information
Portfolio Setup 🔗↗️
Course Content
Course Content
CADD/CIM
Solidworks 🔗↗️
Solidworks-CAD 🔗↗️
CADD/CIM
Subtractive ManufacturingSubtractive Manufacturing3D Printing 🔗↗️
Additive ManufacturingCAD I Objectives
CAD I Objectives
To introduce the student to the basic tools of computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM).
To expose the student to contemporary computer design tools for aerospace and mechanical engineers.
To prepare the student to be an effective user of a CAD/CAM system.
Learning Targets for SolidWorks
Learning Targets for SolidWorks
Students will become familiar with User Interface.
Students will develop an understanding Basic Functionality.
Students will develop abilities to Create and Modify Parts.
Students will develop abilities to use Assembly Basics.
Students will use SolidWorks Toolbox Basics.
Students will develop 2D Drawing Basics.
Students will develop SolidWorks eDrawings Basics.
Students will develop Design Tables.
Students will develop Revolve and Sweep Features.
Students will develop Loft Features.
Students will develop and use SolidWorks Visualizations.
Students will use SolidWorks Sustainability
Students will use SolidWorks SimulationXpress
Learning Targets for CNC - Mill/Lathe
(Subtractive Prototyping) Learning Targets for CNC - Mill/Lathe
Understand the basic procedures and concepts of programming, set up and operation of a CNC Machining station.
Identify and understand the basic programming codes.
Create geometry and toolpaths from the specifications on a blueprint for simple parts using SolidWorks, (HSMWorks) SpectraCAM programming software.
Develop a part using 3D-CAD software.
Identify and define the functions of the CNC machine control.
Set up the CNC machining center for manufacturing simple parts
Manufacture simple parts on the CNC machining station.
Learning Targets for Laser Engraving/Etching & Cutting
(Subtractive Prototyping) Learning Targets for Laser Engraving/Etching & Cutting
Develop a part using 3D-CAD software.
Prepare and optimize those files for Boss laser machine and Boss LaserWorks Software
Identify processes that can be completed on a Boss laser machine (Cutting, Etching & Engraving).
Setup and perform basic operation of a Boss laser machine.
Use a Boss laser machine to produce a product.
How to use drawing and modify tools in LaserWorks
How to control laser machine from LaserWorks software.
How different cutting modes work.
How to prepare design in Illustrator and import into LaserWorks.
How to prepare works in SolidWorks and import into LaserWorks.
Learning Targets for 3D Printing
(Additive Prototyping) Learning Targets for 3D Printing
Develop a part using 3D-CAD software.
Be able to open, view, manipulate and edit three dimensional object files.
Prepare and optimize those files for 3D printing.
Perform initial part-build setup on a 3D printer.
Successfully fabricate the file design through a 3D printer using appropriate material and method selections.
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