Credit- Degree applicable | Effective Quarter: Fall 2020 | I. Catalog Information
| DMT 60A | SolidWorks (Introduction) | 4 Unit(s) | DMT 60B | | 4 Unit(s) | DMT 60C | | 4 Unit(s) | DMT 60D | | 4 Unit(s) | DMT 60E | | 4 Unit(s) |
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| (DMT 60A was formerly CDI 60.) Advisory: EWRT 200 and READ 200, or ESL 261, 262 and 263. Lec Hrs: 24.00
Lab Hrs: 72.00
Out of Class Hrs: 48.00
Total Student Learning Hrs: 144.00 This course covers the fundamentals of computer-aided design and drafting using SolidWorks software, and applications of SolidWorks in creating manufacturing models (parts, assemblies, and drawings). |
| Student Learning Outcome Statements (SLO)
| | Create an entry-level Document Package which includes (as assigned) Solid Parts, Assemblies, and Basic Drawings for Parts and Assemblies, using SolidWorks. |
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II. Course Objectives A. | Demonstrate the basic menu structure and graphical user interface used within SolidWorks. |
B. | Demonstrate competency in creation of basic sketches. |
C. | Apply dimensions and constraints to sketches. |
D. | Develop basic techniques for creating “Sketched Features”. |
E. | Apply basic techniques for creating “Reference Features”. |
F. | Create and modify solid parts. |
G. | Create and modify solid assemblies. |
H. | Produce and modify basic Engineering Drawings (derived from Solid Model). |
III. Essential Student Materials IV. Essential College Facilities V. Expanded Description: Content and Form A. | Demonstrate the basic menu structure and graphical user interface used within SolidWorks. |
1. | SolidWorks toolbars and menu. |
2. | Create a new file, save a newly created or edited file, and open an existing file. |
B. | Demonstrate competency in creation of basic sketches. |
1. | Use of basic sketch tools through simple exercises. |
2. | Define specific terms, such as Sketch Planes & Datum Features. |
3. | Create simple geometry using basic sketch tools. |
C. | Apply dimensions and constraints to sketches. |
1. | Apply dimensions and logical constraints to basic geometry. |
2. | Modify and/or delete sketch dimensions and constraints. |
D. | Develop basic techniques for creating “Sketched Features”. |
1. | Create Extruded and Revolved features. |
2. | Create so-called “Sweep” and “Loft” features. |
E. | Apply basic techniques for creating “Reference Features”. |
1. | Create Hole Features and Shell Features. |
2. | Create Fillet and Chamfer Features. |
F. | Create and modify solid parts. |
1. | Add overall dimensions and geometric relationships. |
2. | Edit and/or delete overall dimensions and geometric relationships. |
G. | Create and modify solid assemblies. |
1. | Add 3D components to an existing assembly. |
2. | Delete existing 3D components from an assembly. |
3. | Add, delete, or modify geometric mate constraints within an existing assembly. |
H. | Produce and modify basic Engineering Drawings (derived from Solid Model). |
1. | Create standard orthographic drawing layout for detailed drawings. |
2. | Create section views and auxiliary views. |
3. | Create assembly drawings using exploded views, item balloons, and parts lists. |
VI. Assignments A. | On-line video lectures, viewed as assigned during the course. |
B. | CAD projects demonstrating progressive mastery of SolidWorks |
VII. Methods of Instruction | Lecture and visual aids
Discussion of assigned reading
Discussion and problem solving performed in class
Quiz and examination review performed in class
Homework and extended projects
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VIII. Methods of Evaluating Objectives A. | Accuracy and completeness of assigned CAD projects. |
B. | Mid-term Examination covering assigned video lectures, textbook reading, & basic CAD projects.Exam will be evaluated on accuracy and completeness of solid modeling requirements. |
C. | Final Examination evaluating student’s comprehensive understanding of basic SolidWorks CAD modeling by means of accuracy and completeness of solid models. |
IX. Texts and Supporting References A. | Examples of Primary Texts and References |
1. | Planchard, "Engineering Design With SolidWorks." SDC, 2020. |
B. | Examples of Supporting Texts and References |
X. Lab Topics D. | Solid parts and assemblies |
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