Autodesk Fusion 360

The Autodesk® Fusion 360™ Introduction to Parametric Modeling learning guide provides you with an understanding of the parametric design philosophy using the Autodesk® Fusion 360™ software. Through a hands-on, practice-intensive curriculum, you will learn the key skills and knowledge required to design models using the Autodesk Fusion 360 software. Enhanced with CADLearning videos from 4D Technologies, LLC., this learning guide will also assist you in preparing for the Autodesk Fusion 360 Certified User exam.

Topics Covered:
Understanding the Autodesk Fusion 360 interface
Creating, constraining, and dimensioning 2D sketches
Creating and editing solid 3D features
Creating and using construction features
Creating equations and working with parameters
Manipulating the feature history of a design
Duplicating geometry in a design
Placing and constraining/connecting components in a single design file
Defining motion in a multi-component design
Creating components and features in a multi-component design
Creating and editing T-spline geometry
Documenting a design in drawings
Defining structural constraints and loads for static analysis

Prerequisites:
As an introductory book, no prior knowledge of any 3D modeling or CAD software is required. However, students do need to be experienced with the Windows operating system and a background in drafting of 3D parts is recommended.