🌟 Course Overview

In the Fusion 360 / Onshape CAD Design course, students progress from basic sketching to full 3D modeling, assemblies, and design refinement.

Rather than following templates, students learn how engineers actually design:

• Plan → Sketch → Model → Refine → Assemble → Present

This course emphasizes precision, design thinking, and problem-solving, not just software操作。

📘 Course Content – 15 Structured Lessons

Each lesson introduces a core CAD concept and applies it through a hands-on modeling task.

Lesson 1: Introduction to CAD Software

Concepts Covered: Fusion 360 / Onshape Interface, Navigation
What Students Do:
Explore the CAD workspace, rotate, zoom, pan models, and navigate views.
Learning Outcomes:
Become comfortable with CAD interfaces and 3D workspaces.
Example Project: Explore an existing 3D model

Lesson 2: Sketch Basics

Concepts Covered: 2D Sketch, Lines, Circles
What Students Do:
Create basic 2D sketches using lines, rectangles, circles, and arcs.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand foundational sketching and 2D shape creation.
Example Project: Simple rectangle and circle sketch

Lesson 3: Dimensions & Constraints

Concepts Covered: Dimensioning, Constraints
What Students Do:
Add dimensions and apply geometric constraints to control sketches precisely.
Learning Outcomes:
Learn accuracy, proportional control, and design intent.
Example Project: Fully dimensioned rectangle

Lesson 4: Extrude Shapes

Concepts Covered: Extrusion, 3D Modeling
What Students Do:
Convert 2D sketches into 3D solids using extrusion tools.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand the transition from 2D design to 3D modeling.
Example Project: Extruded box or cylinder

Lesson 5: Revolve Tool

Concepts Covered: Revolve, Circular Features
What Students Do:
Create 3D objects by revolving a 2D profile around an axis.
Learning Outcomes:
Learn rotational modeling and circular geometry.
Example Project: Revolved cup or knob

Lesson 6: Fillets & Chamfers

Concepts Covered: Edge Treatment, Fillet, Chamfer
What Students Do:
Round edges and create chamfers to improve design aesthetics.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand finishing techniques used in real engineering design.
Example Project: Filleted cube

Lesson 7: Hole & Pattern Features

Concepts Covered: Hole Tool, Rectangular & Circular Patterns
What Students Do:
Create holes and repeat features using pattern tools.
Learning Outcomes:
Learn efficient feature placement and design repetition.
Example Project: Plate with multiple holes

Lesson 8: Assemblies Introduction

Concepts Covered: Components, Joints
What Students Do:
Insert multiple parts into an assembly and explore basic joints.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand component relationships and assembly concepts.
Example Project: Two-part assembly

Lesson 9: Move & Align Components

Concepts Covered: Transform, Alignment
What Students Do:
Move, rotate, and align components within an assembly.
Learning Outcomes:
Develop spatial reasoning and precise component placement.
Example Project: Aligned assembly

Lesson 10: Extruded Cut

Concepts Covered: Cut, Subtractive Modeling
What Students Do:
Remove material from 3D models using extruded cuts.
Learning Outcomes:
Learn subtractive design and shaping techniques.
Example Project: Slot cut in a block

Lesson 11: Mirror & Symmetry

Concepts Covered: Mirror, Symmetric Features
What Students Do:
Mirror features or components to maintain symmetry.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand symmetry and efficient modeling workflows.
Example Project: Symmetric bracket

Lesson 12: Shell & Thickness

Concepts Covered: Shell, Hollowing
What Students Do:
Hollow out models to create shells with uniform thickness.
Learning Outcomes:
Learn lightweight design and material efficiency.
Example Project: Hollow box

Lesson 13: Text & Engraving

Concepts Covered: Text, Emboss, Engrave
What Students Do:
Add text or engraved features onto surfaces.
Learning Outcomes:
Apply functional labeling and decorative design.
Example Project: Engraved nameplate

Lesson 14: Basic Rendering

Concepts Covered: Appearance, Materials
What Students Do:
Apply colors, materials, and basic rendering effects.
Learning Outcomes:
Visualize realistic product appearance and presentation.
Example Project: Rendered simple part

Lesson 15: Mini Project (Capstone)

Concepts Covered: Integration & Design Thinking
What Students Do:
Design an original 3D part using sketches, extrudes, cuts, and fillets.
Learning Outcomes:
Apply all learned skills, enhance creativity, and solve design challenges.
Example Project: Student-designed 3D model

🌟 Course Highlights – Why This CAD Course Is Special

✔ Uses professional CAD software (Fusion 360 / Onshape)
✔ Builds real engineering design thinking, not just modeling skills
✔ Strong foundation for robotics, VEX, FLL, and engineering competitions
✔ Emphasizes precision, iteration, and problem-solving
✔ Ideal preparation for 3D printing, CNC, and advanced engineering courses
✔ Small-group instruction with guided, hands-on learning

👨‍👩‍👧 Ideal for Students Who:

• Enjoy designing and building

• Are interested in engineering, robotics, or product design

• Want skills used by real engineers, not simplified tools

• Plan to join robotics teams or STEM competitions

• Are curious about how everyday objects are designed