Course detail

Basics of Process Equipment Modelling in 3D

FSI-K3D-AAcad. year: 2020/2021

This subject focuses on 3D modelling by using SolidWorks software. In today’s market with the need to produce products faster, with the higher, more predictable quality it is common to use 3D modelling. Engineers are primarily concerned with designing products and systems that function correctly, and safe.
The basic knowledge of 3D modelling is also necessary for the creation of computational models in the following teaching classes which focuses on numerical simulations. The importance of 3D modelling rises also with higher demand for 3D printed parts as well as visualisation and presentation of created products.

Language of instruction

English

Number of ECTS credits

4

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. Zdeněk Jegla, Ph.D.

Department

Institute of Process Engineering (ÚPI)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will manage the software at the CSWA certification level (Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate). The knowledge to create basic and advanced 3D models, assemblies, as well as drawings, will be perfected. The knowledge will be extended by the ability to create visualizations, animations, shell models (used in FEM calculations) and last but not least, sheet metal parts.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of PC and technical drawings.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course is tutored by means of seminars, with emphasis on practical handling of the topics.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Graded course-unit credit is awarded on condition of having attended the seminars actively, passed partial tasks and passed a final test.

Course curriculum

Not applicable.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The course aims to teach students effective 3D modelling. The teaching in this course is focused on SolidWorks software, which helps students gain the knowledge of a wide range of functions used during 3D modelling. In addition to mastering this program, students will also gain a foundation to work with any 3D modeller these days often used by engineers, designers as well as for 3D printing. Thanks to this knowledge, their price on the labour market will increase and they will have a better chance of subsequent employment.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Attendance at seminars will be checked and absence will be solved by self-study of a given topic or by assignment.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

ALMATTAR, TAYSEER. LEARN SOLIDWORKS 2022 -: get up to speed with key concepts and tools to become an accomplished... solidworks associate and professional.. S.l.: PACKT PUBLISHING LIMITED, 2022. ISBN 9781801073097.   (EN)
VLACILOVA, Hana, Milena VILIMKOVA a Lukas HENCL. SolidWorks. Brno: Computer Press, 2006. ISBN 9788025113141.   (EN)

Recommended reading

Students courseware component of Solidworks software.

eLearning

eLearning: currently opened course

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme N-PRI-P Master's, 1. year of study, summer semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Computer-assisted exercise

39 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

Ing. Martin Naď, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1. Week
• basics of 3D modelling
• introduction to SolidWorks and its Add-ins
• SolidWorks workspace introduction and basic interaction with it (i.e. Mouse Gestures, shortcuts)
• usage of SolidWorks Help
• creation of 2D Sketch (relations, dimensioning etc.)
• creation of basic 3D models (functions extrude, rotate, extruded cut, revolved cut)
2. Week
basics of 3D modelling (functions, mirror, linear pattern, circular pattern, chamfer, round, sweep)
3. Week
• recapitulation of 3D modelling
• basics of assemblies (assembly creation workflow, basic mates etc.)
4. Week
• advanced 3D modelling for higher effectivity (i.e. hole wizard)
5. Week
• advanced assemblies (advanced mates, exploded view)
6. Week
• mid-course test
• assemblies recapitulation
• export possibilities (3D pdf, Pack and Go etc.)
7. Week
• toolbox
• rendering using Photoview 360
• basics of animations (i.e. basic motion, exploded view animation)
8. Week
• drawings for a basic 3D model
• drawing possibilities for assembly (i.e. views, automatic positions, BOM)
9. Week
• design tables for 3D model (SolidWorks and Excel combination)
• design tables for Assemblies (SolidWorks and Excel combination)
10. Week
• shell modelling
• preparation of 3D shell model for FEM calculation
11. Week
• sheet Metal (basic features and possibilities of this module)
12. Week
• Final test
13. Week
• Classification, discussion
• possibilities of 3D modelling using different software/approaches

eLearning

eLearning: currently opened course