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Mechanical Drawing & Parametric CAD

Master the fundamentals using FreeCAD, a powerful open-source CAD platform

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Course Overview

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Duration: 5 weeks
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Schedule: 2 sessions/week
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Session Length: 60 minutes
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Level: Beginner-Friendly
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Software: FreeCAD (Free)
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Format: Live Online (Google Meet)

What You'll Learn

This live online course introduces the fundamentals of mechanical drawing and parametric CAD using FreeCAD, a modern open-source CAD platform widely used in academia and research. Over 10 hours of instruction, you'll develop the skills to create professional technical drawings and 3D models for engineering projects.

Course Curriculum

  • Mechanical Drawing as the Language of Engineering: Understand how engineers communicate design intent through technical drawings
  • From Traditional Drafting to Parametric CAD: Learn the evolution of design tools and the advantages of parametric modeling
  • CAD Software Landscape and Open-Source Tools: Explore the ecosystem of CAD software and why open-source matters
  • FreeCAD Fundamentals and Workflow: Master the interface, navigation, and essential workflows
  • Sketcher and Constraint-Based Design: Create precise 2D sketches using geometric constraints and dimensions
  • Part Design and Mechanical Features: Build 3D parts using extrusions, pockets, fillets, and other features
  • Assemblies and Basic Mechanism Logic: Combine parts into functional assemblies and understand kinematic relationships
  • Mini Project and Export for Manufacturing: Apply your skills to a real-world project and prepare files for production

Format & Schedule

Live online course via Google Meet

  • Total Duration: 10 hours over 5 weeks
  • Schedule: 2 sessions per week
  • Session Length: 60 minutes each
  • Interactive Learning: Ask questions, share your screen, and get real-time feedback
  • Recordings Available: Miss a session? All classes are recorded for review

Who Should Take This Course

  • Engineering students looking to build CAD skills
  • Hobbyists and makers wanting to design custom parts
  • Professionals transitioning to open-source CAD tools
  • Anyone interested in mechanical design and 3D printing

Prerequisites

No prior CAD experience required. Basic computer skills and an interest in engineering or design are all you need.

Why FreeCAD?

FreeCAD is a powerful parametric CAD modeler that's completely free and open-source. It's actively used in academic research, by independent engineers, and in industry for prototyping and production. Learning FreeCAD gives you professional-grade CAD skills without licensing costs.

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Aly Robotics
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