This comprehensive reference enables readers to become proficient in the drag-and-drop, point-and-click, and cut-and-paste functions of the latest version of SolidWorks. It covers every detail about the program using real-world examples and more than 150 tutorials to allow readers to get hands-on experience.

Provides an introduction to SolidWorks 2010 through step-by-step tutorials that cover such topics as linkage assembly, front support assembly, the fundamentals of drawing, and pneumatic test module assembly.

Describes the basic concepts of SolidWorks 2010 and includes exercises that cover the SolidWorks interface and commands.

The only continuous, step-by-step tutorial for SolidWorks SolidWorks is a 3D CAD manufacturing software package that has been used to design everything from aerospace robotics to bicycles. This book teaches beginners to use SolidWorks through a step-by-step tutorial, letting you build, document, and present a project while you learn. Tools and functionality are explained in the context of professional, real-world tasks and workflows. You will learn the essential functions and gain the skills to use the software at once. SolidWorks is a popular design software for manufacturing, and this book introduces it in the context of actually creating an object Begins with an overview of SolidWorks conventions and the interface Explains how to create models and drawings, create a revolved part and subassembly, and model parts within a subassembly Explores modification capabilities and drawing and Bill of Materials templates Moves on to top-level assembly models and drawings, Toolbox components and the Design Library, mates, export and printing capabilities, and creating renderings Includes a glossary, a foreword from the SolidWorks product manager, and downloadable tutorial files SolidWorks 2010: No Experience Required quickly turns beginners into confident users of SolidWorks.

Provides an introduction to engineering design using SolidWorks 2010 through step-by-step tutorials that cover such topics as part modeling, assembly modeling, drawing, extrude and revolve features, and top down assembly modeling.

SolidWorks 2010 Part II - Advanced Techniques picks up where SolidWorks 2010 Part I - Basic Tools leaves off. Its aim is to take you from an intermediate user with a basic understanding of SolidWorks and modeling techniques to an advanced user capable of creating complex models and able to use the advanced tools provided by SolidWorks. The text covers parts, surfaces, SimulationXpress, sheet metal, top-down assemblies and core and cavity molds. Every lesson and exercise in this book was created based on real world projects. Each of these projects have been broken down and developed into easy and comprehendible steps for the reader. Furthermore, at the end of every chapter there are self test questionnaires to ensure that the reader has gained sufficient knowledge from each section before moving on to more advanced lessons. This book takes the approach that in order to understand SolidWorks, inside and out, the reader should create everything from the beginning and take it step by step. Table of Contents Introduction 1. 3D Sketch 2. Planes Creation 3. Advanced Modeling - 5/8" Spanner 4. Sweep with Composite Curve Sweep - Multi-Pitch Spring, Closed Ends 5. Advanced Modeling - Sweep vs. Loft - Water Pump 6. Lofts - Water Meter Housing 7. Loft with Guide Curves - Waved Washer 8. Surfaces - Lofted Surfaces Lofted Surface - Remote Control Casing 9. Advanced Surfaces - Surface Offset / Ruled 10. Surfaces vs. Solid Modeling - Helmet 11. SimulationXpress - 5/8" Spanner 12. Sheet Metal - Post Cap Sheet Metal - Vents 13. Forming Tools - Button with Slots Sheet Metal - Mounting Tray 14. Sheet Metal Conversions 15. Top-Down Assembly - Core & Cavity - Assembly Level Tooling Design - Part Level 16. Top-Down Assembly - Miniature Vise 17. External References & Repair Errors - Double Link Certified SolidWorks Core Preparation Practice Student Testimonials SolidWorks 2010 Quick-Guides

SolidWorks 2010 Part I - Basic Tools introduces new users to the SolidWorks interface, SolidWorks tools and basic modeling techniques. It provides readers with a strong understanding of SolidWorks and covers the creation of parts, assemblies and drawings. Every lesson and exercise in this book was created based on real world projects. Each of these projects have been broken down and developed into easy and comprehendible steps for the reader. Furthermore, at the end of every chapter there are self test questionnaires to ensure that the reader has gained sufficient knowledge from each section before moving on to more advanced lessons. This book takes the approach that in order to understand SolidWorks, inside and out, the reader should create everything from the beginning and take it step by step.