SOLIDWORKS 2025: A Power Guide for Beginners and Intermediate Users textbook is tailored for instructor-led training and self-paced learning. It is an essential resource for engineers and designers seeking to master SOLIDWORKS for 3D mechanical design. Designed for new users and ideal for classroom instruction, this comprehensive guide spans 14 chapters across 780 pages, thoroughly covering core SOLIDWORKS environments, including Sketching, Part Modeling, Assembly, and Drawing. The book provides step-by-step instructions for creating parametric 3D solid components, assemblies, and 2D drawings using SOLIDWORKS. Additionally, it includes a dedicated chapter focused on creating multiple design configurations, making it a well-rounded resource for mastering the software.
This textbook goes beyond simply teaching the tools and commands of SOLIDWORKS, emphasizing design principles as well. Each chapter features detailed tutorials with step-by-step guidance for creating mechanical designs and drawings efficiently. Furthermore, every chapter concludes with practical hands-on test drives, enabling users to explore and experience the robust and intuitive technical capabilities of SOLIDWORKS.
Who Should Read This Book
This book is crafted to cater to a diverse audience, including beginners, advanced users, and SOLIDWORKS instructors. Its well-structured, easy-to-navigate chapters provide a clear understanding of various design methodologies, SOLIDWORKS tools, and fundamental design principles.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction to SOLIDWORKS
Chapter 2. Drawing Sketches with SOLIDWORKS
Chapter 3. Editing and Modifying Sketches
Chapter 4. Applying Geometric Relations and Dimensions
Chapter 5. Creating Base Features of Solid Models
Chapter 6. Creating Reference Geometries
Chapter 7. Advanced Modeling - I
Chapter 8. Advanced Modeling - II
Chapter 9. Patterning and Mirroring
Chapter 10. Advanced Modeling - III
Chapter 11. Working with Configurations
Chapter 12. Working with Assemblies - I
Chapter 13. Working with Assemblies - II
Chapter 14. Working with Drawings
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction to SOLIDWORKS
Chapter 2. Drawing Sketches with SOLIDWORKS
Chapter 3. Editing and Modifying Sketches
Chapter 4. Applying Geometric Relations and Dimensions
Chapter 5. Creating Base Features of Solid Models
Chapter 6. Creating Reference Geometries
Chapter 7. Advanced Modeling - I
Chapter 8. Advanced Modeling - II
Chapter 9. Patterning and Mirroring
Chapter 10. Advanced Modeling - III
Chapter 11. Working with Configurations
Chapter 12. Working with Assemblies - I
Chapter 13. Working with Assemblies - II
Chapter 14. Working with Drawings
Main Features of the Textbook
Comprehensive coverage of tools
Step-by-step real-world tutorials with every chapter
Hands-on test drives to enhance the skills at the end of every chapter
Additional notes and tips
Customized content for faculty (PowerPoint Presentations)
Free learning resources for faculty and students
Additional student and faculty projects
Technical support for the book by contacting [email protected]
Free Resources for Students and Faculty
Students and Faculty can download all parts/models used in the illustrations, Tutorials and Exercises (Hand-on Test Drives) of the book by login to the account.
In addition, faculty can also download PowerPoint Presentation (PPTs)
