Mechanical Design Engineer

Introduction to CMS IntelliCAD and SolidWorks

• Overview of software interfaces and essential tools

• Setting up projects and organizing design workflows

2D Drafting and Annotation

• Creating and editing 2D sketches

• Applying annotations and dimensioning

• Generating accurate technical drawings

3D Modeling Techniques

• Solid and surface modeling

• Creating complex geometries and assemblies

• Managing part relationships and constraints in assemblies

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Basics

• Introduction to ASME Y14.5 standard

• Understanding fundamental GD&T concepts: symbols, rules, and tolerance zones

• Applying datums and basic controls

Advanced GD&T Applications

• Feature control frames and composite tolerancing

• Form, profile, orientation, location, and runout tolerances

• Analyzing and interpreting GD&T on real-world engineering drawings

Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis

• Methods for calculating and optimizing tolerances

• Case studies for analyzing assemblies with multiple tolerance zones

Practical Applications and Project-Based Learning

• Design projects using CMS IntelliCAD and SolidWorks

• Applying GD&T in project settings

• Conducting design reviews and applying industry best practices

Final Project and Assessment

• Capstone project combining CAD modeling and GD&T

• Evaluation of design accuracy, compliance with ASME Y14.5, and overall functionality