SolidWorks Electrical Course

Lesson 1 • Creating and Managing Projects

Teaches project creation, folder structure, and metadata configuration. Proper project setup prevents data management issues in later design stages.

Lesson 2 • Navigating the User Interface

Introduces the ribbon, command manager, and project tree panels. Students gain confidence moving between workspaces and locating essential tools.

Lesson 3 • Installing and Configuring the Software

Guides students through installation prerequisites, licensing, and initial configuration settings. Ensures a functional workspace before any design work begins.

Lesson 1 • Inserting Electrical Symbols

Introduces the symbol library and methods for placing components on schematics. Symbol selection directly determines BOM accuracy and cross-reference data.

Lesson 2 • Adding Terminals and Connectors

Explains terminal strip creation and connector symbol placement on schematics. Terminals link schematic data to physical panel wiring.

Lesson 3 • Annotating Schematics with Text

Covers adding notes, labels, and title block data to schematic sheets. Clear annotation improves readability and satisfies documentation requirements.

Lesson 4 • Placing and Connecting Wires

Teaches wire placement, routing styles, and connection rules. Correct wiring is the foundation of accurate netlist generation and downstream reports.

Lesson 1 • Maintaining and Updating Libraries

Addresses library synchronisation, bulk updates, and sharing libraries across teams. Consistent library maintenance reduces errors in large or multi-user environments.

Lesson 2 • Managing Manufacturer Part Data

Covers importing, editing, and linking manufacturer part records to schematic symbols. Accurate part data drives BOM generation and procurement workflows.

Lesson 3 • Creating Custom Symbols

Teaches the symbol editor tools for drawing new electrical symbols from scratch. Custom symbols ensure compliance with company or regional drawing standards.

Lesson 1 • Verifying Electrical Connections

Introduces the design rule check tools for identifying open wires and missing references. Verification catches errors before reports and panel layouts are generated.

Lesson 2 • Setting Up Cross-References

Explains coil-to-contact and source-to-destination cross-reference configuration. Cross-references allow technicians to trace signals across multi-sheet drawings quickly.

Lesson 3 • Configuring Wire Numbering Schemes

Teaches the setup of automatic and manual wire numbering rules within project settings. Consistent numbering is essential for traceability and maintenance documentation.

Lesson 1 • Synchronising Panel with Schematic

Teaches updating the panel when schematic changes occur and resolving synchronisation conflicts. Keeping both documents aligned prevents manufacturing errors.

Lesson 2 • Placing Components in the Panel

Teaches inserting manufacturer parts from the schematic into the panel layout. Component placement drives accurate spacing, heat calculations, and wiring routes.

Lesson 3 • Adding DIN Rails and Cable Ducts

Explains placing DIN rails and cable ducts as structural panel elements. Rails and ducts define the physical routing paths for wires and terminal strips.

Lesson 4 • Dimensioning and Annotating the Panel

Covers adding dimensions, labels, and reference designators to the panel drawing. Proper annotation enables accurate fabrication and assembly by technicians.

Lesson 1 • Producing Wire and Cable Reports

Teaches generating wire lists, cable schedules, and connection tables from schematic data. These reports guide technicians during panel wiring and cable installation.

Lesson 2 • Understanding the Reporting Engine

Introduces the report manager, available report types, and data sources. Understanding the engine allows students to select and configure the right report for each need.

Lesson 3 • Creating Terminal and Connector Charts

Explains generating terminal strip diagrams and connector pinout charts. These documents are essential for field wiring and system commissioning activities.

Lesson 4 • Customising and Exporting Reports

Covers editing report templates, applying company branding, and exporting to multiple formats. Custom templates ensure all outputs meet company and client documentation standards.

Lesson 1 • Creating 3D Harness Drawings

Covers flattening 3D harness assemblies into 2D manufacturing drawings. Harness drawings provide nail board layouts and wire length data for production.

Lesson 2 • Linking 2D Data to 3D Assemblies

Explains the workflow for transferring schematic and panel data into a SolidWorks 3D assembly. The link enables automatic wire routing and accurate harness length calculations.

Lesson 3 • Managing 3D and 2D Synchronisation

Addresses keeping 3D routing data consistent with schematic changes over the design lifecycle. Synchronisation prevents discrepancies between electrical and mechanical models.

Lesson 1 • Revision Control and Change Management

Teaches applying revision marks, managing drawing revisions, and tracking design changes. Revision control ensures traceability and supports regulatory audit requirements.

Lesson 2 • Importing and Exporting Project Data

Covers exchanging project data with external tools via standard formats such as XML and Excel. Data exchange enables integration with ERP, PLM, and procurement systems.

Lesson 3 • Creating and Using Project Templates

Explains building project templates with predefined settings, styles, and standard sheets. Templates reduce setup time and enforce consistency across all new projects.

Lesson 4 • Publishing and Delivering Final Packages

Teaches compiling complete project packages including drawings, reports, and 3D data for client delivery. A structured delivery process ensures nothing is omitted from the final handover.