Solid Edge CAD Course

Lesson 1 • User Interface Layout and Navigation

Introduces the ribbon, command bar, and viewport controls. Proficiency here accelerates every hands-on task in later chapters.

Lesson 2 • File Management and Templates

Teaches creating, saving, and organising Solid Edge files using templates. Proper file habits prevent data loss and support team collaboration.

Lesson 3 • Units, Grids, and Coordinate Systems

Establishes measurement units, grid settings, and the global coordinate system. Accurate unit setup is prerequisite to dimensionally correct models.

Lesson 1 • Sketch Editing and Reuse

Covers trimming, extending, mirroring, and offsetting sketch elements. Efficient editing reduces rework and supports complex profile creation.

Lesson 2 • Dimensional Constraints and Smart Dimension

Drives sketch geometry with linear, angular, and radial dimensions. Fully dimensioned sketches enable reliable parametric updates throughout the model.

Lesson 3 • Geometric Constraints

Applies geometric relationships such as coincident, parallel, and tangent to control sketch behaviour. Constraints reduce reliance on manual dimension edits.

Lesson 1 • Sweep and Loft Features

Generates complex geometry by sweeping a profile along a path or blending between multiple profiles. Expands design capability beyond prismatic shapes.

Lesson 2 • Extrude and Revolve Features

Creates solid geometry by extruding profiles along an axis or revolving them around a centreline. These two operations form the majority of basic part geometry.

Lesson 3 • Hole, Fillet, and Chamfer Operations

Adds engineering detail with hole wizard, fillets, and chamfers. These features reflect real manufacturing requirements and improve part realism.

Lesson 4 • Shell, Draft, and Rib Features

Applies shell, draft angle, and rib operations to prepare parts for moulding and casting. Connects part modelling to downstream manufacturing constraints.

Lesson 1 • Large Assembly Management

Applies simplified representations and display states to handle large assemblies efficiently. Reduces system load while maintaining design accuracy.

Lesson 2 • Applying Assembly Relationships

Applies mate, axial align, planar align, and connect relationships to position components. Correct relationships define how parts interact and move together.

Lesson 3 • Assembly Environment Setup

Introduces the assembly workspace, component insertion methods, and the assembly PathFinder. Proper setup prevents constraint conflicts in complex assemblies.

Lesson 4 • Top-Down and Bottom-Up Design

Contrasts bottom-up assembly from existing parts with top-down in-context modelling. Choosing the right strategy improves design intent and change management.

Lesson 1 • Drawing Sheet Setup and Views

Configures drawing sheets, title blocks, and standard orthographic views. Correct sheet setup ensures drawings communicate design intent clearly.

Lesson 2 • Bill of Materials and Parts List

Generates and customises a bill of materials linked to the assembly model. Accurate BOMs support procurement, costing, and production planning.

Lesson 3 • Annotations and Notes

Adds surface finish symbols, weld symbols, notes, and balloons to drawings. Complete annotations reduce ambiguity for manufacturing and inspection teams.

Lesson 1 • Direct Face and Feature Editing

Edits faces, holes, and features directly by dragging or entering values without a feature tree. Enables rapid design iteration and imported geometry modification.

Lesson 2 • Working with Imported Geometry

Imports STEP, IGES, and Parasolid files and edits them in synchronous mode. Bridges collaboration gaps with suppliers using different CAD platforms.

Lesson 3 • Dimension-Driven Synchronous Edits

Applies persistent dimensions and geometric relationships in synchronous mode to control edits precisely. Combines the speed of direct editing with parametric control.

Lesson 1 • Tabs, Flanges, and Contour Flanges

Creates base tabs, edge flanges, and contour flanges to build sheet metal enclosures. These features form the primary geometry of most sheet metal parts.

Lesson 2 • Cuts, Holes, and Formed Features

Adds cutouts, punched holes, and formed features such as louvers and dimples. Reflects real fabrication operations performed on sheet metal blanks.

Lesson 3 • Flat Pattern and Fabrication Output

Unfolds the 3D sheet metal part into a flat pattern and exports it for cutting and bending. Accurate flat patterns reduce material waste and setup errors.

Lesson 1 • Motion Simulation and Kinematics

Simulates mechanism motion to verify travel limits, velocities, and forces in assemblies. Validates mechanical function without physical prototypes.

Lesson 2 • Photorealistic Rendering Setup

Assigns materials, textures, and lighting to produce high-quality rendered images. Rendered visuals support design reviews and marketing presentations.

Lesson 3 • Design Validation and Reporting

Consolidates simulation results, interference checks, and mass properties into a validation report. Structured reporting supports design review and approval workflows.