**Note: This is an On-Demand (self-study) course, 360-day unlimited 24/7 access via the internet**
(Applicable State and Local taxes may be added for On-Demand purchases, depending on your location.)
You may take this class at any time; there are no set dates. This comprehensive bundle includes: Autodesk Inventor: Introduction to Solid Modeling, Advanced Part Modeling, Advanced Assembly Modeling, and Sheet Metal Design. Note: The 360-day course access begins at time of purchase.
About Autodesk On-Demand
This Online On-Demand (self-study) training course includes 360-day access to videos lessons. These video lessons include:
• Instructors descriptions and demonstrations of key features and concepts.
• Step-by-step procedures that establish workflows for end-users.
• Hands-on practice exercises, including provided datasets that take end- users through typical scenarios they will encounter using the software.
• Command summaries for quick-reference when using the software.
• Graded review questions that validate understanding.
• Reporting to track user progress and proficiency improvements.
**What You Need to Take this Training**
This course is designed for a Windows OS. You will need the Autodesk Inventor software, a high-speed internet connection, and the use of Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of sheet metal processing is an asset, but not required.
Dual monitors are recommended.
**Students registering for this course may be eligible for free access to Autodesk software for a one-year period-please contact our office for details.
Autodesk On-Demand Learner Profiles
Autodesk On-Demand is a self-study training solution that was designed for two types of learners. First, Autodesk On-Demand is a great fit for experienced professionals that have some experience with Autodesk and don't need traditional classes to upgrade their existing skills. They can pick and choose topics to make the most effective use of their time. Second, Autodesk On-Demand is perfect for highly-motivated individuals who are new to Autodesk and need to space their learning over a period of weeks or months. These learners can take their time and repeat sections as needed until they master the new concepts.
Prefer a Live, Instructor-led Class?
We offer a hands-on, instructor-led version of this course. You can attend training from your own location using your own equipment, or any ONLC center in an interruption-free training room. For the instructor-led course go to `
Autodesk Inventor: Introduction to Solid Modeling Course ![]()
Course Outline
Introduction to Solid Modeling
• Understanding the Autodesk Inventor software interface.
• Creating, constraining, and dimensioning 2D sketches.
• Creating and editing the solid base 3D feature from a sketch.
• Creating and editing secondary solid features that are sketched and placed.
• Creating equations and working with parameters.
• Manipulating the display of the model.
• Resolving feature failures.
• Duplicating geometry in the model.
• Placing and constraining/connecting parts in assemblies.
• Manipulating the display of components in an assembly.
• Obtaining model measurements and property information.
• Creating presentation files (exploded views).
• Modifying and analyzing the components in an assembly.
• Simulating motion in an assembly.
• Creating parts and features in assemblies.
• Creating an editing an assembly bill of materials.
• Working with projects.
• Creating and annotating drawings and views.
• Customizing the Autodesk Inventor environment.
Advanced Part Modeling
• Advanced model appearance options.
• 2D and 3D sketching techniques.
• Multi-body part modeling.
• Advanced geometry creation tools (bend part, unwrap, work features, area lofts, sweeps, and coils).
• Shape Generator.
• Creating and editing basic surfaces.
• Model states.
• iFeatures and iParts.
• Importing data from other CAD systems and making edits.
• Working with AutoCAD DWG files.
• Analysis Tools.
• Emboss and decal features.
• Advanced drawing tools (iPart tables, surfaces in views, and custom sketched symbols).
• Surface Repair environment.
Advanced Assembly Modeling
• Applying motion to existing assembly constraints using Motion and Transitional constraints.
• Introduction of the Top-Down Design technique for creating assemblies and their components.
• Tools for Top-Down Design, such as associative links, adaptive parts, multi-body and layout design, derived components, and skeleton models.
• Creating positional representations to review motion, evaluate the position of assembly components, or document an assembly in a drawing.
• Using the model simplification tools to create simplified part models and views of assembly designs.
• Creating model states and iAssemblies to create customizable versions of assembly designs.
• Creating rendered realistic images and animations of parts and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor Studio and the Video Producer.
• Using the Design Accelerator and Frame Generator to easily insert standard and customizable components and features into your model.
• Efficiently duplicating components in an assembly.
• Adding welds and weld symbols to weldment assemblies.
Sheet Metal Design
• Understanding the Autodesk Inventor Sheet Metal interface and workflow.
• Creating base faces, contour flanges, and contour rolls.
• Creating secondary faces, contour flanges, and contour rolls.
• Working with sheet metal parameters.
• Creating flanges.
• Adding hems, folds, and bends to sheet metal models.
• Adding corner rounds and chamfers to sheet metal models.
• Removing geometry from a sheet metal model (holes, cuts, and punch features).
• Controlling sheet metal geometry using corner seams (seams and miters).
• Generating flat patterns.
• Creating lofted flanges.
• Creating rip features to permit the flattening of the sheet metal geometry.
• Unfolding and refolding sheet metal geometry.
• Designing multi-body sheet metal models.
• Documenting and annotating sheet metal drawings.
• Converting solid models to sheet metal models.
• Working with sheet metal styles.
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Note: The course outline above is based on the 2026 version of the Autodesk software. Topics may differ slightly if using an earlier version of the software.
