Objective: To introduce the 3D modeling workspace and fundamental techniques for creating and modifying basic 3D solid objects.
Module 1: Getting Started with 3D
Lesson 1: Introduction to the 3D Workspace
Lesson 2: Visual Styles (2D Wireframe, Shaded, Realistic, etc.)
Lesson 3: 3DORBIT Command (Free Rotation in 3D)
Lesson 4: UCS Basics and Setting Up for 3D Drawing
Lesson 5: Viewcube and Navigation Bar for 3D
Practical Exercise: Explore the 3D Interface & Navigation
Quiz & Module Summary
Module 2: Creating Basic 3D Solid Primitives
Lesson 1: BOX Command
Lesson 2: SPHERE Command
Lesson 3: CYLINDER Command
Lesson 4: CONE Command
Lesson 5: WEDGE Command
Lesson 6: TORUS Command
Lesson 7: PYRAMID Command
Lesson 8: POLYSOLID Command
Practical Exercise: Creating a Collection of 3D Primitives
Quiz & Module Summary
Module 3: Fundamental Solid Modeling Techniques from 2D Profiles
Lesson 1: EXTRUDE Command
Lesson 2: PRESSPULL Command
Lesson 3: REVOLVE Command
Practical Exercise: Creating Complex Solids from 2D Profiles
Quiz & Module Summary
Module 4: Basic Solid Editing & Boolean Operations
Lesson 1: UNION Command
Lesson 2: SUBTRACT Command
Lesson 3: INTERSECT Command
Lesson 4: REGION Command (Context for 3D operations)
Practical Exercise: Create a Composite 3D Model Using Basic Solids and Boolean Operations
Quiz & Module Summary
Final Project: Basic 3D Assembly
Objective: Create a 3D assembly using primitive solids, extruded/revolved shapes, and Boolean operations.
Deliverables: DWG file, image of the assembled model.