{"product_id":"9781585039241","title":"SolidWorks 2015 Tutorial with Video Instruction: A Step-by-Step Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Modeling- With CD","description":"SolidWorks 2015 Tutorial with video instruction is target towards a technical school, two year college, four year university or industry professional that is a beginner or intermediate CAD user. The text provides a student who is looking for a step-by-step project based approach to learning SolidWorks with video instruction, SolidWorks model files, and preparation for the Certified Associate - Mechanical Design (CSWA) exam.\u003cp\u003eThe book is divided into three sections. Chapters 1 - 6 explore the SolidWorks User Interface and CommandManager, Document and System properties, simple machine parts, simple and complex assemblies, proper design intent, design tables, configurations, multi-sheet, multi-view drawings, BOMs, Revision tables using basic and advanced features.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapters 7 - 10 prepare you for the Certified Associate - Mechanical Design (CSWA) exam. The certification indicates a foundation in and apprentice knowledge of 3D CAD and engineering practices and principles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview Chapter 11 on Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) and its benefits and features. Understand the terms and technology used in low cost 3D printers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the step-by-step instructions and develop multiple assemblies that combine over 100 extruded machined parts and components. Formulate the skills to create, modify and edit sketches and solid features.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn the techniques to reuse features, parts and assemblies through symmetry, patterns, copied components, apply proper design intent, design tables and configurations. Learn by doing not just by reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesired outcomes and usage competencies are listed for each chapter. Know your objective up front. Follow the steps in each chapter to achieve your design goals. Work between multiple documents, features, commands, custom properties and document properties that represent how engineers and designers utilize SolidWorks in industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eView the provided videos in the book to enhance the user experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolidWorks Interface \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2D Sketching \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSketch Planes and Sketch tools \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3D Features and Design Intent \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating an Assembly \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFundamentals in Drawings Part 1 \u0026amp; Part 2 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Schroff Development Corporation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49787610693872,"sku":"9781585039241","price":48.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781585039241","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}