Course Overview
The course is divided into the following topics:
- User Interface
- Modelling tools and general features
- Selection techniques and region editing
- Scan data editing
- Alignment and scan registration
- Modelling from scan data
- Freeform surfacing and Auto Surfacing
- Transferring data into SOLIDWORKS
What You'll Learn
Course Agenda
Lesson 1: Introduction, User Interface & Navigation
In the first lesson of this course you will learn Design X terminology and practice navigating the user interface.
Lesson 2: Modelling without mesh
Discover how to make use of the parametric features that are used to build models as well as understand the feature tree.
Lesson 3: Modelling from mesh data
The user will learn how to import scan data into a session to uses a reference for modelling building on the previous lesson.
Lesson 4: Region editing
Learn what 'Region Segmentation' is and how they are used to interact with the mesh data.
Lesson 5: Alignment
Lesson 5 gives the user an understanding of different methods of aligning individual scans to each other.
Lesson 6: Scan registration
Explore how best to align their scan data to the XYZ axis of the model space and understand why this is a crucial step.
Lesson 7: Scan Preparation
Explore some of the editing tools that we have available to edit, clean up and repair imported scan data.
Lesson 8: Live transfer
Learn how to use Live Transfer to recreate the model in SOLIDWORKS complete with feature tree.
Lesson 9: Freeform surfacing
Focuses on how the user can extract surfaces directly from scan data.
Lesson 10: Auto Surfacing
Guide through all the necessary stages of required to generate a successful auto surface.
Lesson 11: Optional Modelling practice
The final lesson of this course allows the user to further practice all the skills and techniques learnt in previous lesson. (Final Lesson will be dependant on time).
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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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