Overview
FreeCAD is an open-source, customizable, multi-platform, scriptable and extensible parametric 3D modeler for designing real-life objects.
In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to model an object for later construction or 3D printing.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Use FreeCad’s tools and workflows to replace commercial CAD or BIM modeling software
- Write to many formats such as STEP, IGES, STL, SVG, DXF, OBJ, IFC, DAE, etc.
- Use Python to extend FreeCAD’s functionality
- Automate FreeCad, build modules and embed FreeCAD into an existing application
Audience
- Designers
- Developers
- Mechanical engineers
Format of the course
- Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice
Requirements
- No previous CAD experience required
- Python programming experience is helpful for extending FreeCad
Course Outline
Introduction
Setting up FreeCad
Overview of FreeCad Features and Architecture
Case Study: From Product Design to Architecture
Understanding the FreeCad Workflow
Creating a Model
Sketching a 2D Shape
Extracting Design Parameters from a 3D Model
Modifying the Design
Exporting to a File
FreeCad Advanced Features and Tools
Automating FreeCad
Integrating FreeCad with an Existing Application or Workflow
Extending FreeCAD (optional)
Building a FreeCad Module (optional)
Troubleshooting
Summary and Conclusion