Computer Aided Engineering

Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) software tools are essential to the engineering design, analysis, and manufacturing process. This course teaches fundamental CAD and CAE skills through a series of exercises using Autodesk Fusion 360, a cloud based CAD/CAM tool.

You will need to create an AutoDesk education account. Create your account as a student. Enter Jefferson Academy Secondary and the dates you are in high school. You may have to add the school. Once you have an account check to see if your computer needs the software below. If you need to install, use the link below.

Software: Fusion 360

This is the full course: https://www.autodesk.com/certification/learn/list/563adfb2-173b-42ef-8858-f91c5a0dcb71

Below are the different Units so you can get more details.

Learn Fusion 360 in 90 minutes - Jumpstart your CAD knowledge and learn about Fusion 360 workflows, including guided instruction on how to create a design for a tea kettle.

Introduction to 3D Modeling for Manufacturing - Iterate on your designs by learning the 2D and 3D workflows that help you solve new challenges and deliver stronger projects.

Introduction to Design for Manufacturing - Explore essential designs for manufacturing workflows, such as part and assembly design, model validation, and CAM programming for CNC milling

Project: Design a mechanical assembly

Project: Design for injection molding

Project: Create a concept model using freeform modeling

Project: Design a model for 3D printing

Project: Design products using freeform modeling