SolidWorks 2026 – Course Syllabus

Duration: 3 months

Class Schedule: Weekly, 2 Classes of 1.5 Hours Each

Module 1: Introduction & Basics

• Overview of SolidWorks 2026 interface and workspace
• File management, templates, and units setup
• Understanding design intent and parametric modeling
• Sketching fundamentals: lines, circles, rectangles, arcs, polygons
• Constraints, relations, and dimensions
• Practice Exercises: 2D sketches and simple geometry

Module 2: Part Modeling

• Extrude, Revolve, Sweep, Loft, and Hole features
• Fillet, Chamfer, Shell, Draft, and Pattern commands
• Advanced feature-based modeling
• Multibody parts and combining features
• Practice Exercises: Mechanical parts modeling

Module 3: Assembly Design

• Assembly basics: inserting parts and subassemblies
• Mates and relationships: standard, advanced, and mechanical
• Large assembly management and selective loading
• Motion studies and interference detection
• Practice Exercises: Mechanical assemblies and moving mechanisms

Module 4: Engineering Drawings

• Creating 2D drawings from 3D models
• Standard views, sections, and auxiliary views
• Dimensions, annotations, and notes
• Bill of Materials (BOM) creation and tables
• Practice Exercises: Fully annotated part and assembly drawings

Module 5: Sheet Metal & Surface Modeling

• Sheet metal design: base flanges, bends, corner treatments
• Flattening and manufacturing preparation
• Surface modeling: introductory complex shapes
• Practice Exercises: Sheet metal components and surface parts

Module 6: Visualization & Rendering

• Applying materials and appearances
• Lighting, camera setup, and scenes
• Rendering with SolidWorks Visualize
• Creating realistic product images and animations
• Practice Exercises: Rendered product presentation

Module 7: Simulation & Analysis Basics

• Introduction to integrated SolidWorks simulation tools
• Static stress and displacement analysis
• Thermal analysis basics
• Design validation for mechanical components
• Practice Exercises: Simulated mechanical part testing

Module 8: Collaboration & Productivity Tools

• Using cloud and PDM (Product Data Management) tools
• Version control, shared projects, and collaboration workflows
• AI-assisted productivity tools in SolidWorks 2026
• Best practices for professional CAD workflow
• Practice Exercises: Collaborative project design

Capstone Project

• Integrate all skills: part modeling, assembly, drawing, rendering, and basic simulation
• Example projects: Gear assembly, mechanical tool design, consumer product assembly
• Deliverables: 3D models, assembly drawings, rendered images, and simulation report