Engineering Tool: Computer-Aided Design Methods

Abstract

Participants will learn about the Computer-Aided Design fundamentals and methods that are necessary to model complex technical products. The focus will be placed on feature-based and parametric modelling that is common to all modern CAD tools used in mechanical engineering design.

Objective

CAD knowledge and skills will be further developed to enable students to recognize both the advantages and the limitations of current Computer-Aided Design tools. Examples of how to build feature-based and parametric models including design automation will be given along with common pitfalls. After taking the course students should be able to independently create effective feature-based and parametric models of mechanical parts.

Content

1. CAD Methods and Feature-Based Design (2 afternoons): * CAD in the context of the design process * Feature types and their relation to mechanical design * Strategies for building feature-based assemblies * Integration of digital part libraries * Common issues and difficulties with feature interaction 2. CAD and Parametric Modeling (1 afternoon): * Designing and building parametric models * Design automation to create design variants * Common issues and difficulties with parametric modelling

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