What You Will Learn

Understand the fundamentals of Mechanical CAD Design and Drafting

• Learn the basics of engineering drawings and technical drafting standards

• Understand dimensions, annotations, symbols, and drawing layouts

• Study the process of converting mechanical concepts into technical drawings

Learn AutoCAD and SolidWorks tools step by step

• Understand the interface, toolbars, and drawing commands

• Practice creating and editing technical drawings digitally

• Learn navigation, sketching, and workspace setup methods

Study 2D drafting techniques

• Create mechanical drawings using lines, shapes, dimensions, and layers

• Learn orthographic views, sectional views, and projection methods

• Practice detailed drafting for machine components and assemblies

• Understand drawing standards and technical documentation methods

Explore 3D modelling concepts in SolidWorks

• Learn sketch creation and parametric modelling techniques

• Practice creating 3D mechanical parts step by step

• Understand extrusion, revolve, sweep, and loft operations

• Study editing tools and feature modification methods

Learn assembly design and component integration

• Understand how multiple parts are assembled into complete mechanical systems

• Practice mating, alignment, and positioning of components

• Learn assembly constraints and movement analysis basics

Study sheet metal design concepts

• Learn sheet metal modelling techniques and design methods

• Practice bends, flanges, cut-outs, and sheet development operations

• Understand manufacturing-related drafting considerations for sheet metal parts

Explore surfacing and advanced modelling tools

• Learn surface creation and editing methods

• Practice complex shape modelling and surface refinement techniques

• Understand the use of surfacing tools in mechanical product design

Learn drafting documentation and BOM preparation

• Create detailed engineering drawings from 3D models

• Understand Bill of Materials (BOM) generation and assembly documentation

• Practice layout setup, dimensioning, and drawing sheet organization

Build mechanical drawing interpretation skills

• Learn how to read and analyse technical drawings accurately

• Understand tolerances, fitments, and mechanical design representation

• Practice interpreting manufacturing and assembly drawings

Follow a gradual learning progression from basic drafting to advanced CAD modelling

• Start with basic drawing tools and 2D drafting methods

• Move toward 3D modelling, assembly design, and surfacing techniques

• Practice combining drafting and CAD tools for complete mechanical design workflows