A Short Course on Solid Edge CAD

What you'll learn

Learn how to create a simple 3D model in both Solid Edge work flow modes: Synchronous & Ordered

Learn how to add decals and inscriptions to your models

Learn how to create a 2D draft of your model

Learn how to use the advanced multi-body and surface modelling commands to simplify tough models

Requirements

No previous CAD knowledge needed, you'll learn all you need here.

Ideally you'll know how to read an engineering drawing at a basic level, this can be learned on youtube for free.

Description

In this course, you will learn the basics through to advanced CAD techniques through the use of Solid Edge (Community Edition) by Siemens. The software can be downloaded for free on Siemens website by searching for "Solid Edge (Community Edition)" on google.Please make sure that your computer meets the following specs otherwise the software won't be able to run:Windows 10 Enterprise or Professional (64-bit only) version 20H2 or later9.0 GB of disk space required for installation (includes prerequisites)16 GB RAM for commercial users and 8 GB RAM for academic users65K ColorsScreen Resolution: 1920 x 1080To follow along with the course and practice material, you will need to buy the book: SOLIDWORKS Exercises - Learn by Practicing (3rd Edition) by CADArtifexThroughout the course, I will use this book to demonstrate the techniques used to create the models. The book contains 100 CAD models which steadily increase in difficulty - making it perfect for beginners. After each video lecture I will set you coursework using relevant models from the book for you to practice the methods discussed. The book itself contains video solutions to the models but try to refrain from using these as they will make it harder for you to develop an intuition for developing CAD models.

Overview

Section 1: All lectures

Lecture 1 Introduction, Explaining the User Interface & Basic Movement

Lecture 2 Lecture 2: Extrude, Revolve, Holes & Patterns

Lecture 3 Lecture 3: Thin Wall, Helix, Section Views & Plane Modelling

Lecture 4 Lecture 4: Lofts & Sweeps, Multi-Body Modelling & Decorations

Lecture 5 Lecture 5: Drafting, Drawing & Surface Modelling

Students on their way to college/university for engineering designing,3D Printing hobbyists,Industry professionals looking to learn the software for a new job at low cost