Course Detail

Course Description

Lesson 1: Introduction to CAD Software and Installation (1.5 hours)

Objectives:

• Understand the basic concepts of 3D CAD software.
• Install SolidWorks, UG, and ProE software.

Activity Plan:

• Theory:
  • Introduction to the uses and importance of CAD software (20 minutes)
  • Comparison of different CAD software (20 minutes)
• Hands-on Activity:
  • Install and configure SolidWorks, UG, and ProE (50 minutes)

Lesson 2: Basic Operations in SolidWorks (1.5 hours)

Objectives:

• Familiarize with the SolidWorks interface and basic tools.
• Create simple 3D models.

Activity Plan:

• Theory:
  • Introduction to the SolidWorks interface (20 minutes)
  • Demonstration of basic tools (20 minutes)
• Hands-on Activity:
  • Create a simple 3D cube (30 minutes)
  • Practice using sketch tools to create 2D shapes (20 minutes)

Lesson 3: Basic Operations in UG (1.5 hours)

Objectives:

• Familiarize with the UG interface and basic functions.
• Create basic 3D models.

Activity Plan:

• Theory:
  • Introduction to the UG interface (20 minutes)
  • Demonstration of basic modeling tools (20 minutes)
• Hands-on Activity:
  • Create a simple 3D cylinder (30 minutes)
  • Practice using sketch functionality to create 2D shapes (20 minutes)

Lesson 4: Basic Operations in ProE (1.5 hours)

Objectives:

• Familiarize with the ProE interface and basic functions.
• Create basic 3D models.

Activity Plan:

• Theory:
  • Introduction to the ProE interface (20 minutes)
  • Demonstration of basic modeling tools (20 minutes)
• Hands-on Activity:
  • Create a simple 3D cone (30 minutes)
  • Practice using sketch functionality to create 2D shapes (20 minutes)

Lesson 5: Fundamentals of Plastic Mold Design (1.5 hours)

Objectives:

• Understand the basic concepts and design principles of plastic molds.
• Master the essential skills required for mold design.

Activity Plan:

• Theory:
  • Structure and function of plastic molds (30 minutes)
  • Basic principles of mold design (30 minutes)
• Hands-on Activity:
  • Group discussion on mold design case studies (30 minutes)

Lesson 6: Comprehensive Project Implementation (1.5 hours)

Objectives:

• Integrate CAD skills learned to design a plastic mold.
• Enhance teamwork and problem-solving abilities.

Activity Plan:

• Theory:
  • Explanation of project requirements (20 minutes)
• Hands-on Activity:
  • Group collaboration to design a plastic mold (60 minutes)
  • Each group presents their design and conducts peer reviews (10 minutes)

Course Details:

This course aims to provide beginners with foundational knowledge and skills in 3D CAD for plastic mold design. Students will learn the basic operations of SolidWorks, UG, and ProE through hands-on activities and understand the principles of plastic mold design. The course adopts a "learn by doing" approach, ensuring that students can immediately apply theoretical knowledge to practice. Each lesson includes multiple small hands-on activities to help students gradually build their skills and confidence. By the end of the course, students will complete a small plastic mold design project that showcases their acquired knowledge.