SolidWorks for technology and engineering

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Title:

Author:

Valentino, James.

ISBN:

9780831134518

Personal Author:

Valentino, James.

Edition:

2nd ed.

Publication Information:

Physical Description:

1 volume (various pagings) : illustrations ; 28 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)

General Note:

Includes index.

"Includes exercises and materials keyed to the CSWA exam"--Cover.

Contents:

Introduction to SolidWorks -- The SolidWorks user interface -- Creating 2D sketches on reference planes -- Advanced sketch tools -- Creating extrude, fillet and hole features -- Producing 2D engineering drawings from 3D solid parts -- Creating shells draft and rib features -- Patterns, mirror features and the hole wizard -- Creating sweep, curve and loft features -- Creating assemblies -- Producing 2D engineering drawings from 3D solid assemblies -- Animation -- Configurations -- Design stress analysis with SimulationXpress -- Sheet metal parts -- Using links and equations -- Appendix A: Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) Exam -- Appendix B: Customizing.

Abstract:

"SolidWorks for Technology and Engineering provides a comprehensive introduction for students. Little or no prior experience is needed to benefit from this liberally illustrated work. Use the book in any educational setting from four-year engineering schools to community colleges and vocational / technical schools and industrial training centers. The book is also a reliable reference on the job. It functions well as a self-study manual. Authors Valentino and DiZinno have carefully and thoughtfully arranged the contents in a clear, logical sequence."--Publisher's description.

Title Subject:

SolidWorks.

Subject Term:

Computer-aided design.

Computer graphics.

Added Author:

DiZinno, Nicholas.

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Item Barcode

33168025788924

Shelf Number

620.0042 V161S 2012

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Summary

Unique and thorough Includes a CD keyed to examples for clear, effective and interactive learning of SolidWorks software. (Note: Users must have a current version of the SolidWorks software installed on their computer to complete the exercises.) An appendix offers the CSWA exam for certification of skills 14 chapters and two appendices (click the TOC button, above, to view)

SolidWorks for Technology and Engineering, Second Edition , provides a comprehensive introduction for students. Little or no prior experience is needed to benefit from this liberally-illustrated work. Use the book in any educational setting from four-year engineering schools to community colleges and vocational / technical schools and industrial training centers. The book is also a reliable reference on the job. It functions well as a self-study manual. Authors Valentino and DiZinno have carefully and thoughtfully arranged the contents in a clear, logical sequence.

Many hundreds of well-drawn visuals supplant wordy explanations, demonstrating the power of the software. Many learning aids are included throughout the 500 page book.

Key Features

Strong graphical illustrations rather than long text and definitions are emphasized. Key definitions are boxed in. Examples provide step-by-step instructions, supported with excellent graphics. Needless cross-referencing has been eliminated. Each example is presented with all explanations appearing on the same page. Exercises are presented at the ends of chapters A CD provided with the text contains files that are keyed in sequence to the selected examples. Students can follow interactively when learning the procedure with the concepts presented in the text. The text contains exercises and materials that are key to preparing students for the Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) exam. Appendix B contains a complete key and sample exam solutions.

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