- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Topics include design tables, sheet metal features, component design for volume manufacturing, advanced lofts, sweeps and the use of surfaces in a solid modeling environment. Advanced assembly techniques, drawing tools such as alternate views and the use of templates for drawing creation are also covered. The expectation is that students have current training/experience equivalent to introductory level SolidWorks. AICO 4048 SolidWorks 1 is recommended.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$945.49
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate the advantages of parametric design.
- Employ advanced sketching tools in features.
- Execute modeling functions to create complex 3D solids.
- Utilize productivity improving commands like patterns and tables to create parts and assemblies.
- Organize bottom-up assembly models for improved utility.
- Employ top-down assembly practices in a variety of situations.
- Utilize drawing creation commands to create advanced 2D drawings.
- Develop templates for use in part, assembly and drawing creation.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
SolidWorks 2 (AICO 4148) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Energy
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of AICO 4148 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 39143
Dates
Sep 10 - Nov 26 Loading
- CRN 39143
- $945.49 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Ranbir Ajji
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For questions related to this course, please contact Erika Ekeli at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Status
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of AICO 4148 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 83277
Dates
Jan 13 - Mar 31 Loading
- CRN 83277
- $945.49 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 13 - Mar 31 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ (The Bookstore is closed on Saturdays and Sundays). For questions related to this course, please email Erika Ekeli at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.