0 or 3 credits
Fall 2025 Lecture Laboratory Distance Learning Departmental CreditLower Division
This course provides an introduction to the process of 3D geometric CAD modeling, and the construction techniques used in the creation of constraint-based solid and surface models used in engineering disciplines. Part modeling and assembly modeling are included, as well as manipulation of the geometric model to derive variant designs. Emphasis is on the use of the engineering design process as a problem-solving method to capture modeling behavior to enable the downstream use of 3D data in the overall product design process, and its re-use in the product lifecycle.
Learning Outcomes1Demonstrate fluency in constraint-based modeling techniques using commercial CAD tools.
2Understand the role of geometric modeling in the product lifecycle.
3Create effective 3D CAD data to support the incorporation of design intent.
4Manipulate a solid model database to support geometry re-use in a PLM setting.
5Understand the primary differences between constraint-based, NURBs, behavioral and polygonal modeling and their application to various communicative problems and tasks.
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made by Purdue students.