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Course details

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

Cost

$878.15 - $916.90 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.

Course offerings

Spring/Summer 2023

Below are two offerings of AICO 4048 for the Spring/Summer 2023 term.

CRN 58835

Duration

Thu Apr 13 - Thu Jun 29 (12 weeks)

  • 12 weeks
  • CRN 58835
  • $878.15
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Apr 13 - Jun 29 Thu 18:30 - 21:30 Online
Instructor

Cyrus Raoufi

Course outline

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Cost

$878.15

Important information
  1. Internet delivery format.
  2. This is an instructor-led online course. Upon registration, please visit the Learning Hub (learn.bcit.ca) for further information regarding the required software and course material(s). 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

In Progress

This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.

CRN 55258

Duration

Mon Jun 05 - Sat Jun 10 (5 days)

  • 5 days
  • CRN 55258
  • $916.90
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Jun 05 - Jun 10 Mon - Wed, Fri, Sat 08:30 - 16:30 Burnaby SW03 Rm. 1920
Instructor

Mohammad Alemi

Course outline

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Cost

$916.90

Important information
  1. No class on Thursday, June 8th. Please purchase the required textbook prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ 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

In Progress

This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.

Fall 2023

Below is one offering of AICO 4048 for the Fall 2023 term.

CRN 32375

Duration

Thu Sep 14 - Thu Nov 30 (12 weeks)

  • 12 weeks
  • CRN 32375
  • $896.53
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 14 - Nov 30 Thu 18:30 - 21:30 Online
Instructor

TBD

Course outline

Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.

Cost

$896.53

Important information
  1. Internet delivery format.
  2. This is an instructor-led section that will be delivered ONLINE. Upon registration, please visit the Learning Hub (learn.bcit.ca) for information on obtaining access to the required software and course material. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible). 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

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

  1. Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology
    Associate Certificate Part-time

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