Gain a solid foundation in parametric design with our Autodesk® Fusion: Introduction to Parametric Modeling course. This hands-on, practice-intensive training provides you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to design models using Autodesk Fusion 360, a powerful and versatile cloud-based software.

Course Overview

This course introduces you to the parametric design philosophy within Autodesk Fusion. You’ll learn to navigate the interface, create and edit 2D sketches and 3D features, and work with parameters to control your designs. The training also covers advanced topics such as creating multi-component designs, defining motion, and conducting static analysis, ensuring you are well-prepared to tackle a wide range of design challenges.

What You'll Learn

• Fusion Interface: Understand and navigate the Autodesk Fusion interface with ease.
• 2D Sketching: Learn to create, constrain, and dimension 2D sketches as the foundation for your designs.
• 3D Feature Creation: Develop skills in creating and editing solid 3D features for your models.
• Construction Features: Explore the use of construction features to aid in the design process.
• Working with Parameters: Create equations and work with parameters to control and manipulate your designs.
• Feature History Manipulation: Learn how to manage and edit the feature history of your designs for greater flexibility.
• Geometry Duplication: Understand how to duplicate geometry within a design to improve efficiency.
• Component Placement and Constraints: Place, constrain, and connect components in a single design file.
• Motion Definition: Define and simulate motion in multi-component designs to analyze functionality.
• Multi-Component Design: Create and edit components and features in complex, multi-component designs.
• T-spline Geometry: Gain experience in creating and editing T-spline geometry for organic shapes.
• Design Documentation: Learn to document your designs in detailed drawings.
• Static Analysis: Define structural constraints and loads to perform static analysis on your designs.

Software Version

As Autodesk Fusion is a cloud-based platform, frequent updates are released. This course was developed using version 2.0.15050 of the software. If you are using a newer version, there may be slight differences in images and workflows compared to what is presented in this course.

Prerequisites

• Ensure you have access to the latest version of Autodesk Fusion for full compatibility. Please note that updates from Autodesk may introduce changes not covered in this course.
• This is an introductory course, so no prior knowledge of 3D modeling or CAD software is assumed. However, experience with the Windows operating system and a background in drafting 3D parts is recommended.