- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Covers part modeling, detailing and assembly design. SolidWorks is a feature based parametric solid modeler used for mechanical design and manufacturing. This course covers the basic functions needed to use SolidWorks to create parts, assemblies and production drawings. The expectation is that students have current training/experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) or Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM). Students should also be familiar with technical drawing.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$926.89 - $968.93 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the advantages of parametric design.
- Develop sketching techniques.
- Execute modeling functions to create 3D solids.
- Incorporate applied features and patterns into parts.
- Combine models into working assemblies.
- Employ bottom-up and top-down assembly practices in part design.
- Detail parts and assemblies in 2D drawing form.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
SolidWorks 1 (AICO 4048) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Energy
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below are two offerings of AICO 4048 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 32604
Dates
Sat Oct 19 - Sat Nov 23
- 5 weeks
- CRN 32604
- Domestic fees $968.93
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19 - Nov 23 | Sat | 08:30 - 16:30 | Burnaby SW09 Rm. 125 |
Instructor
Mohammad Alemi
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on Nov 9 - weekend of Remembrance Day. Please purchase the required textbook prior to the first class as the BCIT Bookstore is not open on Saturdays - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
CRN 32375
Dates
Thu Sep 12 - Thu Nov 28
- 12 weeks
- CRN 32375
- Domestic fees $926.89
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12 - Nov 28 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Instructor
Cyrus Raoufi
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This is an instructor-led section that will be delivered ONLINE. Upon registration, please visit the Learning Hub (learn.bcit.ca) for information on obtaining access to the required software and course material. BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment (if eligible).
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.