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Inventor Part Modeling Essentials (2022)

Its 3D modeling, simulation, and automation features not only accelerate the design process but also help reduce errors and costs associated with physical prototyping. For manufacturers, Inventor helps ensure that the final product is well-engineered, manufacturable, and meets the desired quality standards.

With Inventor online training through Pinnacle Series, users have the flexibility to learn the ins and outs of this powerful software from anywhere, on their schedule.

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Learning Path Courses:

Introduction to Part Modeling Course

Introduction to Part Modeling Course Outline
(Course Duration: 10 minutes)

Course Description
In this course, you will learn how to create a simple part and understand the Inventor part file UI. Inventor is a 3D parametric CAD software. Utilizing this within your part modeling allows for quick updates and changes within your modeling file and accurate analysis within your file.

Course outline
Introduction to Part Modeling (0:52)
Creating a New Part File (1:46)
Mini Toolbar (1:37)
Introduction to Part Modeling course quiz
2D Sketching

2D Sketching Course Introduction
(Course Duration: 30 minutes)

In this course, you will learn how to create a 2D sketch on Inventor and how to utilize 2D sketch tools to create a parametric 2D sketch. 2D sketching allows for proper parametric tools to be applied from the start. Using the right type of constraints and dimensions can help with quick parametric changes to a model when needed.

Comments
Course content utilizes 2D constraint techniques.

Course outline
Introduction to the Sketch Environment (1:22)
Configuring the Sketch Environment (2:34)
Sketching (3:54)
Dimensional Sketch Constraints (4:42)
Geometric Constraints (4:07)
Modifying Geometric Sketch Constraints (2:04)
Sketch Text (1:58)
Referencing Work Features in Sketches (1:16)
Projected Geometry (3:35)
Coil Features (4:08)
Sketch Feature Dimension (1:23)
2D Sketching course quiz
Features Course

Features Course Outline
(Course Duration: 15 minutes)

Course Description
In this course, you will learn how to use basic 3D modeling features. Utilizing basic 3D features allows the user to create, in conjunction with an accurate 2D sketch, a 3D representation of a part.

Comments
Requires Inventor 2D sketching knowledge.

Course outline
Modeling Extrusion (2:09)
Secondary Extrusion (4:39)
Revolving Features (3:52)
Property Panel Breadcrumb (1:25)
Features course quiz
Work Features Course

Work Features Course Outline
(Course Duration: 15 minutes)

Course Description
In this course, you will learn how to create basic work features. Utilizing work features allows for more intricate 3D parts to be made. This can also help with assembly creation and further analysis of a model.

Comments
Requires Inventor 3D modeling knowledge.

Course outline
Creating Work Planes (5:13)
Creating Work Axes (3:03)
Creating Work Points (3:38)
Work Features course quiz
Parameters Course

Parameters Course Outline
(Course Duration: 10 minutes)

Course Description
In this course, you will learn how to utilize parameters to better model a part. Utilizing parameters allows for smart and efficient modeling, assigning measurements to appropriate dimensions, and allowing for smart changes.

Comments
Basic 3D or 2D CAD knowledge required.

Course outline
Working with User Parameters (5:02)
Working with External Parameters (2:46)
Parameters course quiz
Modifying Course

Modifying Course Outline
(Course Duration: 10 minutes)

Course Description
In this course, you will learn how to modify features and work features. Modifying an existing sketch will allow the designer to validate and improve their model. Knowing the correct methods to do this allows for a quick and easy modification.

Comments
Requires Inventor 3D modeling knowledge.

Course outline
Modifying Features (3:37)
Modifying Work Features (3:39)
Modifying course quiz
DWG Course

DWG Underlay Course Outline
(Course Duration: 5 minutes)

Course Description
In this course, you will learn how to utilize DWG models in your Inventor part modeling. As a designer, utilizing DWG models in your Inventor part can save time and help create more accurate designs. Inventor has a seamless connection with the DWG file format to create appropriate sketches from the format.

Comments
Requires Inventor 3D modeling knowledge.

Course outline
Course Overview
Using an Associative DWG Underlay in a Drawing (1:50)
Editing an Associative DWG Underlay (1:05)
DWG Underlay course quiz