- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Covers part modeling, detailing and assembly design. SolidWorks is a feature based parametric solid modeler used for mechanical design and manufacturing. This course covers the basic functions needed to use SolidWorks to create parts, assemblies and production drawings. The expectation is that students have current training/experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) or Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM). Students should also be familiar with technical drawing.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$945.49 - $988.43 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the advantages of parametric design.
- Develop sketching techniques.
- Execute modeling functions to create 3D solids.
- Incorporate applied features and patterns into parts.
- Combine models into working assemblies.
- Employ bottom-up and top-down assembly practices in part design.
- Detail parts and assemblies in 2D drawing form.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
SolidWorks 1 (AICO 4048) 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 are two offerings of AICO 4048 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 32375
Dates
Sep 11 - Nov 27 Loading
- CRN 32375
- $945.49 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11 - Nov 27 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Mohammad Alemi
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 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
CRN 32604
Dates
Oct 18 - Nov 22 Loading
- CRN 32604
- $988.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18 - Nov 22 | Sat | 08:30 - 15:30 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 125 |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Cyrus Raoufi
Course outline
Important information
- 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 are two offerings of AICO 4048 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 83275
Dates
Jan 08 - Mar 26 Loading
- CRN 83275
- $945.49 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 08 - Mar 26 | Thu | 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
CRN 83276
Dates
Jan 24 - Mar 07 Loading
- CRN 83276
- $988.43 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 24 - Mar 07 | Sat | 08:30 - 15:30 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 125 |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class February 14th. Please purchase the required textbook prior to the first class as the BCIT Bookstore is not open on Saturdays and Sundays - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For questions related to this course, please email us at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a part-time studies 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.