From Pixels to Print: Introduction to 3D Design & Solidworks

Name: From Pixels to Print: Introduction to 3D Design & Solidworks
Start: 2025-09-03T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-03T21:00:00-04:00
Location: 770 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT, United States, Connecticut 06510

Schedule

Wed Sep 03 2025 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

770 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT, United States, Connecticut 06510 | New Haven, CT

Embark on a journey into the world of 3D design with our "Mastering SOLIDWORKS: Fundamentals of 3D Part Modeling" workshop. SOLIDWORKS stands as the industry standard for 3D design, and this workshop is your gateway to unlocking its vast potential. Whether you're charting a course for a STEAM career or simply eager to dive into the realm of 3D modeling, this fundamentals module is tailored for those new to 3D solid modeling.
What to Expect
In this hands-on four-week workshop, you’ll learn the essentials of creating 3D parametric models in SOLIDWORKS. Through a combination of engaging lectures, guided demonstrations, and hands-on tutorials, you’ll build a strong foundation in 3D modeling, culminating in the creation and 3D printing of your own part files.
�📅 Schedule: This class meets four consecutive Fridays, from September 3 - September 24, 2025 (8 total hours of instruction)

Skills You'll Acquire:
🔹 2D Sketching & Constraints – Learn to create fully constrained 2D sketches, the foundation of 3D solid models. Understand key sketching techniques and constraints for accurate designs.
🔹 3D Solid Modeling – Convert 2D sketches into precise 3D models using fundamental SOLIDWORKS tools.
🔹 Feature Editing & Refinements – Apply rounds, chamfers, and other treatment features to enhance the form and functionality of your designs.
Creating Hole Features – Learn how to add different hole types and understand their applications in real-world designs.
🔹 Advanced 3D Features (Time Permitting) – Explore swept and lofted features to expand your modeling capabilities.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is ideal for:
✅ Beginners who are new to 3D modeling and want to learn SOLIDWORKS.
✅ Students, professionals, and hobbyists looking to develop technical design skills.
✅ Anyone interested in 3D printing and parametric modeling.
What’s Provided & Requirements
🔹 Participants must bring a laptop with SOLIDWORKS installed.
🔹 A limited number of laptops are available for loan—please email [email protected] in advance if you need one.��***Join us and bring your 3D design aspirations to life!
Instructor: Matthew Burke
You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:
https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=520&reset=1&reset=1
Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email [email protected]