The Inventor 1 - Fundamentals course provides you with an understanding of the parametric design philosophy through a hands-on, practice-intensive curriculum. You will learn the key skills and knowledge required to design models using Inventor, starting with conceptual sketching, through to solid modeling, assembly design, and drawing production.
Topics Covered
Understanding the Inventor software interface
Creating, constraining, and dimensioning 2D sketches
Solid base 3D feature from a sketch
Secondary solid features that are sketched and placed
Creating equations and working with parameters
Manipulating the display of the model
Resolving feature failures
Duplicating geometry in the model
Placing and constraining/connecting parts in assemblies
Manipulating the display of components in an assembly
Obtaining model measurements and properties
Creating Presentation files (Exploded views)
Modifying and analyzing the components in an assembly
Simulating motion in an assembly
Creating parts and features in assemblies
Creating and editing an assembly Bill of Materials
Working with projects
Creating and annotating drawings and views
Customizing the Inventor environment
Designed for
This course is designed for new users who wish to utilize the advanced capabilities of parametric feature-based solid modeling with Inventor.
Prerequisites
It is recommended that students have a working knowledge of basic design/drafting procedures and terminology, as well as working knowledge of a recent version of Microsoft Windows.
What you get
Students will get classroom access to the software and Autodesk Authorized Training courseware (these can be purchased in addition to the training) and the knowledge to get started with Inventor.
Notes
The course length is a guideline. Course topics and duration may be modified by the instructor based upon the knowledge and skill level of the students. All courses will be taught on the most current release, depending on availability of courseware.