Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2022 - Level I

Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2022 - Level I by Alejandro Reyes is intended to help new users learn the basic concepts of SOLIDWORKS and acquire good solid modelling techniques. Presented as an easy-to-follow guide, it includes video instruction, making it an excellent starting point for those new to SOLIDWORKS. This book can also serve as a teaching aid in classroom training, helping users become familiar with the software’s interface, basic commands, and strategies as they complete a series of models, learning different ways to accomplish particular tasks.

By the end of this book, readers will have gained a solid understanding of the SOLIDWORKS interface and the most commonly used commands for part modelling, assembly, and detailing. This is achieved by completing a series of components and their 2D drawings, complete with a Bill of Materials.

The book emphasizes the processes involved in completing the modelling of a part, rather than focusing narrowly on individual software commands or operations, which are generally simple to learn.

Throughout Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2022 - Level I, the author introduces new commands essential for passing the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate exam, as outlined on the SOLIDWORKS website. A dedicated chapter provides details about the exam, alongside a practice test to facilitate your preparation.

SOLIDWORKS is an easy-to-use CAD software that offers many time-saving tools, enabling both new and experienced users to complete design tasks more rapidly. While most commands covered in this book come with advanced options, these may not be explored in this introductory text. This book is designed as a starting point to help new users learn the basic and most frequently used commands.

Includes Video Instruction

Each copy of this book grants access to video instruction. The author provides a clear presentation of the tutorials found within the book. These videos reinforce the steps described in the text by allowing you to watch the exact procedures the author follows to complete the exercises, with additional details offered throughout. Captioned versions of these videos are available for customers who wish or require video captions.