Fusion Essentials for Manufacturing

This course is a for users who wish to learn to use Fusion as a CAD and CAM application. This course is fundamental for new and transitioning Fusion users. It is packed with manufacturing terminology and examples which are linked to industry examples. It will provide an in-depth use of CAD for Manufacturing, including model for manufacture which can be a significant process for manufacturing parts.

Course content for Autodesk Fusion Essentials for Manufacturing

Day 1 - Focus on single-part creation

• Understand the Autodesk Fusion interface
• Learn how to create, dimension and constrain sketches
• Understand how and when to use construction geometry
• Discover how to create and edit 3D features
• Apply materials, appearances and physical properties
• Create features, such as holes, fillets and chamfers
• Learn the power of equations and their use within designs
• Understand and modify design timelines
• Determine workflows for simplifying the modelling process

Day 2 – Focus on assemblies and model for manufacture

• Continue to build skills with advanced 3D features
• Understand the use of measure and analysis tools
• Learn to create models for manufacturing purposes only
• Remove feature details and import new models, for manufacturing purposes only
• Build assemblies using top down and bottom-up design techniques
• Insert fasteners using various methods
• Understand the use of parameters to drive set up standardisation
• Construct basic drawing documentation to showcase manufacturing intent