A-2. Help Menus The help files and documentation provided with Solidworks are useful for determining theory and capabilities that are not covered in tutorials. While preparing for the exam any uncertainties on proper use of a tool should be reconciled with the documentation. There are portions of the documentation that are incomplete and portions that […]
A. Beginning Prep A-1. Built in Tutorials One of the most useful tools in learning Solidworks are the built in tutorials. These can be accessed through the “Help” Menu. If the files are were not included on the initial install of the software they can be downloaded from the Solidworks website (http://www.solidworks.com/sw/support/training-learning-resources-materials.htm). Each of these
The CSWP is designed to show a users “ability to design and analyze parametric parts and movable assemblies using a variety of complex features”. The context of the exam is limited to Solidworks software and a users ability to navigate the program for drafting and design tasks. Certification can be used to leverage a promotion
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The early bird registration date has already passed for the upcoming Solidworks World in San Antonio, but there is still time to get there. Just as they did last year the good folks at Solidworks are running a number of competitions where the winner gets a free Solidworks 2011 conference pass. The competitions are easy
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This post reviews Google Sketchup and focuses on getting started with it. If you would like more in-depth training on 3D CAD applications and software you can get started with a free membership to access tutorials on various software. It would be nice to have a free, lightweight, platform independent, user friendly, powerful CAD software
The CSWP (Certified Solidworks Professional) exam is designed to show a users “ability to design and analyze parametric parts and movable assemblies using a variety of complex features”. The context of the exam is limited to Solidworks software and a users ability to navigate the program for drafting and design tasks. Certification can be used
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Below is a table of content for CSWP Core Exam review. Some sections have been posted here, the full compilation will be available as an ebook shortly. B. Section 1 of the CSWP B-1. Interpreting the Drawing B-2. Sketching B-3. Boss and Cuts and End Conditions B-4. Draft, Fillet, Chamfer B-5. Pattern and Mirror
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