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3D CAD Application

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Course Summary

Learn to design and create 3D models using CAD applications with this comprehensive course. Gain hands-on experience and practical skills to create professional-level models.

Key Learning Points

Learn the fundamentals of 3D modeling and CAD applications
Gain practical skills by creating 3D models using popular CAD software
Understand the best practices and techniques for creating professional-level models

Learning Outcomes

Create 3D models using popular CAD software
Understand the best practices and techniques for creating professional-level models
Gain practical skills and hands-on experience in 3D modeling

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic computer skills
No prior knowledge of CAD applications required

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Self-paced
Online

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Description

Do you want to obtain all the necessary skills of a 3D modeler? Do you want to know how an engineer develop a building model in details? The “3D CAD Application” course, the second course of the new specialization, is coming!

After finishing this course: You will be able to know how to use the SketchUp’s advanced functions by creating 3D building models. You will be able to develop a building as an engineer. Let’s start the learning journey!

Outline

Initiation: Prepare for the Class
Welcome to CAD&BIM specialization
101 Course overview
102 Syllabus and grading policy
Course FAQs

Basis of 3D modeling: Learn basic concept and start modeling
201 Process of 3D modeling
202 Notice of 3D modeling
203 Import CAD files into SketchUp
Working files
Quiz1: Basic concept of 3D modeling

Building Structure: Create columns, walls, beams and slabs
301 Group of 3D models
302 Create First Floor's Slab
303 Create columns
304 Create walls
305 Create beams
306 Readjust heights of walls
307 Quiz2: Use of Group and creating building structure

Staircases: Create staircases and railings
401 Create first part of staircase and platform
402 Create second and third parts of staircase
403 Adjust and Group staircase
404 Create railing of first-part staircase
405 Create railing of second-part staircase
406 Create railing of third-part staircase
407 Create and Groupsecond floor slab
408 Quiz3: creating staircases and railings

Windows: Create detailed components
501 Component
502 Create a window component-W2
503 Create a window component-DW1
504 Create a window component-DW2
505 Create a door component-D4
506 Paint and modify D4
507 Create the doorknob of D4 and make it component
508 Quiz 4: creating components

Modify and Place Component: Place components into building model
601 Import components
602 Create spaces and place W2
603 Make Component of Air conditioning inlet
604 Place Iron rolling door component SD1
605 Place D1 and D4 component
606 Place restroom door
607 Quiz 5: modify and place components

Model Assembling and Materials: Complete this building model
701 Concept of model assembling
702 Materials and shadow
703 Check the surface of model
704 Collect, create and modify materials
705 Paint and assemble the models of every floor
706 Shadow of the whole model
707 Export the model
Working files
708 Quiz 6: model assembling and materials

Closure: Review and preview
801 Review
802 Move on your journey of 3D modeling

Summary of User Reviews

This 3D CAD Application course on Coursera has received positive reviews from users. The course has been highly appreciated for its practical exercises and hands-on experience. Users have praised the course for its ability to teach complex CAD concepts in an easy-to-understand manner, making it perfect for beginners and professionals alike.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Hands-on experience and practical exercises

Pros from User Reviews

Easy-to-understand course material
Great instructors and teaching assistants
Practical exercises and hands-on experience
Suitable for beginners and professionals alike
Flexible learning schedule

Cons from User Reviews

Slow-paced course structure
Limited interaction with other students
Limited support for technical issues
Outdated course material
Expensive compared to other courses

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