Pricing and Class Time
Online Classroom time: 24 hours total, 8-3 hour, or 6- 4 hour scheduled sessions, including 30 days of post-class mentoring (via phone, webconferencing and e-mail) Each Class is limited to a maximum of 10 Students. Students may request a free retake of this class if needed,at any time during a six month period following this class.
Cost: See Training schedule registration - prices vary by class , including workbook and assignments. Discounts available to training alumni and software purchasers.

Class Description
This class covers part and assembly modeling in Autodesk Inventor 2009/2008. Basic understanding of drawings and presentations is included in the class. Ample time is available for question and answers every session. Class includes:

• Instruction by Certified, Industry Specific trainers.
• Six month per student free retake guarantee. Not applicable to customized classes.
• One on One instructor/ student mentoring during class duration, and for 30 days after completion.
• Certificate for successful completion of classes and exercises.
  
  Prerequisites/Student Participation:
• Familiarity with drafting principles is recommended.
• Working knowledge of Windows user interface, commands and file structure is highly recommended.
• Student interaction during class is expected.
• Completion of assignments is required for certificate.

Hardware/Software Requirements:

• Properly configured CAD System with Windows 2000, XP, or Vista (with compatible Autodesk software)
• Sound card and speakers or optional headset for bidirectional voice communication. No telephone call-in required.
• Hi-Speed Internet Access (DSL, Cable, FIOS or other Broadband Access is recommended).
• 1280x1024 Full color resolution or higher, recommended, 1024x768 minimum. Preferences: 17" or larger monitor.
• Optionally, dual monitors will provide the best experience, your Inventor session on one monitor, the course on a second monitor.
• Full Installation of Inventor 2009/2008 Suite, properly configured. Pro versions acceptable as well.
• Version compatible Mechanical Desktop also recommended.
• Microsoft Office or Microsoft Excel is required for full functionality.
  

Course Outline:

Data File Management Project File Configuration and Libraries Autodesk Inventor interface and tool layout Concepts of 3D Modeling Viewing commands Creating and editing parts Sketched, placed and work features Dimensional and geometric constraints Basic parameters and equations Introduction to Assembly Modeling In Place part creation/editing Constraining assemblies Using Design Views and Level of Detail Styles and Standards Presentations Creating and editing part drawings Dimensioning and annotating drawing views

Parts Lists and Bill Of Materials Content Center and iPart creation and use iFeatures Inventor Sheet Metal Basics Generating Flat Patterns Part and assembly reuse Advanced Part features Creating and using Weldments Using Functional Design Components Adaptive features and parts Data Exchange and translations Surfaces and the Construction Environment Utilizing 3D Sketches Conclusion -Overview