Introduction

The "Mechanical Design and Drafting Principles" course is tailored for professionals seeking to enhance their skills in mechanical design and drafting. This intensive 5-day program will cover fundamental concepts and practical applications, ensuring participants gain a comprehensive understanding of mechanical design principles and the ability to apply them in drafting detailed mechanical drawings.

Objectives

• Understand the fundamentals of mechanical design principles.
• Develop the skills to create detailed mechanical drawings.
• Learn to use computer-aided design (CAD) software effectively.
• Apply industry standards and best practices in drafting.
• Facilitate problem-solving and innovation in mechanical design.

Course Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to Mechanical Design

• Overview of mechanical design and its significance.
• Understanding design requirements and constraints.
• Basic principles of design and engineering materials.
• Introduction to design processes and methodologies.
• Case studies of successful mechanical design projects.

Day 2: Drafting Fundamentals

• Introduction to technical drawing and its applications.
• Understanding drawing scales, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Types of technical drawings and their uses in the industry.
• Standards and conventions in mechanical drafting.
• Hands-on practice with basic drafting tools.

Day 3: Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

• Overview of CAD systems and software.
• Basic CAD commands and functionalities.
• Creating and modifying 2D drawings in CAD.
• Introduction to 3D modeling techniques.
• Practical exercises using CAD software.

Day 4: Advanced Drafting Techniques

• Creating complex assemblies and detailed parts in CAD.
• Advanced dimensioning and annotation practices.
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Working with layers and templates in CAD software.
• Collaborative design and revision control techniques.

Day 5: Application and Problem Solving

• Application of design principles in real-world scenarios.
• Problem-solving methodologies in mechanical design.
• Innovation and creativity in design solutions.
• Final project: Design and draft a comprehensive mechanical component.
• Review and feedback on project and course learnings.