Designing with Creo Parametric 7.0

Designing with Creo Parametric 7.0 provides the high school student, college student, or practising engineer with a basic introduction to engineering design while learning the 3D modelling Computer-Aided Design software called Creo Parametric from PTC. The topics are presented in a tutorial format with exercises at the end of each chapter to reinforce the concepts covered. It is richly illustrated with computer screenshots throughout. Above all, this text is designed to help you expand your creative talents and communicate your ideas through the graphics language.

Because it is easier to learn new information if you have a reason for learning it, this textbook discusses design intent while you are learning Creo Parametric. At the same time, it shows how knowledge covered in basic engineering courses such as statics, dynamics, strength of materials, and design of mechanical components can be applied to design. You do not need an engineering degree nor be working toward a degree in engineering to use this textbook. Although FEA (Finite Element Analysis) is used in this textbook, its theory is not covered.

The first two chapters of this book describe the design process. The core content of this text, learning the basic Creo Parametric software, is found in Chapters three through six. Chapters seven, eight, and twelve deal with dimensioning and tolerancing an engineering part. Chapters nine and ten deal with assemblies and assembly drawings. Chapter eleven deals with family tables used when similar parts are to be designed or used. Chapter thirteen is an introduction to Creo Simulate and FEA.