Course Overview
This course provides the fundamentals of SOLIDWORKS that CAM users need to know with a focused agenda that includes elements from the SOLIDWORKS Essentials course.
NOTE: This course is available as part of the SOLIDCAM Passports.
What You'll Learn
Course Agenda
Lesson 1: User Interface and Basic Fundamentals
Lesson 2: Introduction to Sketching
Lesson 3: Basic Part Model Creation
Lesson 4: Modelling with Symmetry
Lesson 5: Patterned and Arrayed Features
Lesson 6: Revolved and Turned Features
Lesson 7: Introduction to Assemblies
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Training Booking Process
How to book a course?
Training Methods

Self-Paced
Student, job-seeker, or working professional? Our SOLIDWORKS self-paced training essentials course gives you the flexibility to learn when and where you want.

In-Classroom / Virtual
For those who prefer a traditional classroom environment courses can be taken in one of our training locations in the UK and Ireland.
Our virtual courses provide hands-on, live, interactive group training session from a professional, qualified instructor.

Onsite / Bespoke
We can arrange onsite training for any of our courses, contact us to discuss further.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Accredited
- SOLIDWORKS certified training instructors
- All courses are CPD-accredited for professional development
- Attendees receive certificates for every course
Variety & Frequency
- Courses run every week of the year (1200+ per year)
- 70+ courses, we cover a broad range of topics and software
- Training passport bundles provide amazing value
Convenience
- 22 training venues located across the UK & Ireland
- State-of-the-art Virtual training is available
- We can arrange onsite and bespoke training courses
Quality
- 4.9 Star rating on Feefo for training courses
- Limited class sizes ensure personal attention
- Hands-on format with high-end PCs for every attendee
You can reserve your place on our SOLIDWORKS training courses for free via our course schedule.
Simply find the course you'd like to attend and click 'Book Now' and complete your registration.
If you have already purchased a course or passport then there is nothing else you need to do. If you haven't bought the course yet then your SOLIDWORKS account manager will be in touch to discuss your requirements and arrange payment.
Alternatively you can give us a call on 01926 333777 and book your course today!
Yes! All of our classroom and virtual courses are CPD-accredited, meaning you are guaranteed to progress in your professional development.
A SOLIDWORKS Passport offers you a comprehensive training and development plan in one single purchase.
These Passports allow you to make massive savings on training, compared to purchasing multiple courses one at a time.
Separate Passports are available for SOLIDWORKS CAD & SolidCAM, depending on your design & manufacturing needs.
Each SOLIDWORKS CAD Passport can be purchased in different lengths that are valid for 1, 2, 3 or 5 years. The passport is active from the date of the first course you attend.
We recommend new SOLIDWORKS users start off with SOLIDWORKS Essentials. From there the courses that you benefit you most will depend on your products and workflow.
For most professional SOLIDWORKS users the best courses to take next are: Advanced Part Modelling, Drawings, Advanced Assembly modeling.
We are always happy to discuss your requirements and provide advice on the best training and resources for you. Speak to your account manager, contact us online or get in touch via training@solidsolutions.co.uk.
Every license of SOLIDWORKS on subscription comes with complimentary exam vouchers so you can get certified. Learn more about the series of exams on our dedicated SOLIDWORKS Certifications page.
Book your next course to continue your journey to becoming a certified SOLIDWORKS expert.
We have a variety of classrooms across the UK and Ireland where you can learn SOLIDWORKS. Check out our SOLIDWORKS Training locations here and find a venue near you.
Our virtual classrooms can be accessed by anyone, anywhere. So in the unlikely event that there isn't a classroom nearby, or you'd prefer to attend remotely, You can still attend your chosen training course.
Get in touch with our team as soon as you are able to. Give us a call on 01926 333777 or email training@solidsolutions.co.uk and we can assist you.
Take a look at our Training Course Schedule, as you may be able to rearrange to attend an alternative date for your chosen course.
Our courses offer free cancellation providing the cancellation occurs outside of the fourteen days before the course start date.
Please refer to the Terms & Conditions for full information surrounding cancellations & fees.
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