This is official CSWA exam guide by David C. Planchard (Author) & Marie P. Planchard (Author) I did go through this book and find it covering all topics needed to pass the CSWA exam. It is written with Certified Solidworks…
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Fixing the View Orientation–SolidWorks Tutorials
This tutorial is about fixing the view orientation of a model once you already have built it. Here we want to change the present front view to the right view. To do this click on ctrl + 1.
Circular Pattern in SolidWorks
This tutorial shows you how to use the circular pattern feature of SolidWorks to replicate objects around an axes. This is generally used for making holes in circular objects like wheels etc. This feature is similar to linear pattern feature.
SolidWorks Cannot Startup
I have frequently faced this error saying “Solidworks Cannot Startup because the system desktop application resources have been exceeded” when starting solidworks. One way to solve this problem is kill few processes that are using GDI objects in windows.
Solidworks Tutorials in Flash
Once in a while you land on a site and say wow!!. There are few who do an incredible job in story telling. Today while I was checking internet to find topics to write the next tutorial and I found…
Linear Pattern – Solidworks Tutorial
This tutorial shows how to use linear pattern feature in solidworks. Linear pattern is use to replicate a feature / object for multiple instances in a given direction. First lets start of by creating a cuboid of 40mm x 40mm…
Solidworks tutorial alloy wheel
This tutorial is to show how to draw 17” wheel in solidworks.
CSWA Advanced Part modeling Question 1
This is an example from the sample exam. Please check this page for list of CSWA tutorials & resources. Question. Build this part in SolidWorks.Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)Decimal places: 2. Part origin: ArbitraryA = 63mm, B = 50mm,…
Swept Cut Feature in Solidworks
This is one of the basic features used in part modeling in solidworks. You will find its use in modeling threads in nuts and bolts. This feature is similar to swept boss/base tool. To use this tool you have to…
Lofted Boss/Base Feature in Solidworks
It is not always possible to design a given part using extrude and revolve or sweep. Loft Boss/ Base in solidworks is used for creating more complex parts. Level: Beginners We will be designing a Jar using loft in this…
Revolved Cut Feature In Solidworks
Revolved Cut is another basic features used in SolidWorks for part modeling / creation. In this tutorial we show how to use revolve cut to model parts. Level: Beginners First we are going to create a cylinder and then we…
Solidworks Tutorial – Picture Holder Assembly
You can download this tutorials in pdf from here. In this tutorial you will create a picture holder, consisting of a rectangular base with 4 vertical axes on it. You will get to know some new features, such as the…
Cswa Exam Questions and Tutorials Collection
Sample questions that give insight into the Certified Solidworks Associate Exam. These are redistributable and legal. Question Paper 1 Question Paper 2 Tutorials from Solidworks
Helical Spring in Solidworks
Tutorial on how to draw a helical spring in SolidWorks. To draw a helical spring first we will draw a circular helix and then use the sweep feature of solidworks to sweep a profile resulting in a spring. Video Instructions…
SolidWorks CSWA Tutorial 8: Passing the Exam
What to do after passing the exam? 1. Visit the SolidWorks Virtual Testing Center. 2. Print out your certificate. 3. Copy your CSWA certification number and place it on your resume.
Extruded Cut Feature in Solidworks
This is one of the basic feature used in SolidWorks for part modeling. The purpose of this tool is to remove material from an existing solid object in the shape of the profile / sketch selected. We show how to…
SolidWorks CSWA Tutorial 7: Simulation & FEA
7. Know the theory and application methods of SimulationXpress. The seventh part of CSWA video tutorial series by Dassault systems, the solidworks developer. Topics covered a. Understand basic finite element theory
SolidWorks CSWA Tutorial 5: Reference Geometry
This is fifth part of solidworks certified associate exam video tutorials by the solidworks developer Dassault Topics covered in this tutorial are 5. Review the creation and display for all drawing views. Recognize standard view Know how to create Detail,…
SolidWorks CSWA Tutorial 4: Apply Standard Mates
This is part 4 of CSWA tutorials by the solidworks developer Dassault. 4. Know how to insert reference geometry and calculate Mass Properties. a. Apply the correct material.
SolidWorks CSWA Tutorial 3: Understand Design Intent
This is the thrid part of the video series on solidworks certified associate exam by Dassault Systems (Solidworks developer). 3. Apply Mates that represent model behavior. a. Understand components that are fixed in an assembly. b. Apply standard mates such as coincident,…