Module 1: Introduction to Autodesk Inventor

• Introduction to CAD/CAM/CAE
• Inventor Interface
• Navigation & View Controls
• File Management
• Templates & Project Files
• Parametric Design Concepts

Module 2: Sketching

• 2D Sketch Environment
• Sketch Tools
• Geometric Constraints
• Dimensional Constraints
• Sketch Editing
• Project Geometry
• Best Sketching Practices

Module 3: Part Modeling

• Extrude
• Revolve
• Sweep
• Loft
• Hole
• Thread
• Rib
• Shell
• Draft
• Fillet
• Chamfer
• Mirror
• Rectangular Pattern
• Circular Pattern
• Work Features (Planes, Axes & Points)

Module 4: Assembly Design

• Assembly Creation
• Component Placement
• Assembly Constraints
• Joint Tools
• Contact Sets
• Exploded Views
• Interference Analysis
• Bill of Materials (BOM)

Module 5: Engineering Drawings

• Drawing Creation
• Base & Projected Views
• Section Views
• Detail Views
• Auxiliary Views
• Dimensioning
• GD&T Basics
• Balloons
• Parts List
• Drawing Templates
• Printing & PDF Export

Module 6: Sheet Metal Design

• Face
• Flange
• Contour Flange
• Bend
• Corner Seam
• Punch Tool
• Fold & Unfold
• Flat Pattern
• Sheet Metal Drawings

Module 7: Weldments

• Weld Preparation
• Fillet Weld
• Groove Weld
• Cosmetic Welds
• Weld Symbols
• Weldment Drawings

Module 8: Surface Modeling

• Surface Extrude
• Surface Revolve
• Sweep Surface
• Loft Surface
• Patch
• Stitch
• Sculpt
• Surface to Solid Conversion

Module 9: Presentation & Simulation

• Presentation Environment
• Exploded Animation
• Basic Motion Study
• Stress Analysis (Introduction)
• Dynamic Simulation Basics

Module 10: Rendering

• Materials & Appearances
• Lighting
• Camera Views
• Rendering Images
• Product Visualization

Module 11: Industry Standards

• Parametric Modeling
• Design Intent
• Engineering Standards
• Data Management
• Product Development Workflow

Module 12: Live Projects

• Mechanical Bracket Design
• Gearbox Assembly
• Sheet Metal Enclosure
• Machine Vice Assembly
• Industrial Product Design
• Final Capstone Project