Certificate of Proficiency (Untranscripted): 3D Solid Modeling for Manufacturing

Below is a sample academic plan that shows you how you can complete your Certificate in a timely manner. Your path may look different depending on your circumstances?for example, if you attend part-time, choose to take Intersession or Summer courses, or have earned prior credit (Credit for Prior Learning, Dual Enrollment, Transfer Credit). You are required to meet with a counselor to set up a comprehensive education plan that is tailored to your individual circumstances and goals.

This certificate is designed for students who would like to earn a certificate of proficiency in the use of Solidworks 3D Solid Modeling software.

Create computer 3D solid models using the Solidworks software.

Program Map

GE General Education Course
M Major Course
E Elective Course
SI Summer/Intersession Course *
* Course is appropriate for Summer and Intersession, which are accelerated terms.

Getting Started

Comprehensive Education Plan: You are required to meet with a counselor for a comprehensive educational plan that is tailored to your individual circumstances and goals. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor in your first semester.

First Semester

3 units
ENGR 103 or MNFG 103
Introductory course in parametric solid modeling using Solidworks, an industry standard engineering design software (CAD). This course will include a solid modeling overview, solid model construction techniques (extrude, revolve, fillet, chamfer, etc.), including the preparation of individual solid components and basic solid model assemblies (Same as Manufacturing Technology 103).
    OR
    Introductory course in parametric solid modeling using Solidworks, an industry standard engineering design software (CAD). This course will include a solid modeling overview, solid model construction techniques (extrude, revolve, fillet, chamfer, etc.), including the preparation of individual solid components and basic solid model assemblies (Same as Engineering 103).

      Second Semester

      3 units
      ENGR 104 or MNFG 104
      Intermediate course for solid modeling using Solidworks, an industry standard engineering design software (CAD). Includes a review of the introductory class and changes to the Solidworks interface. Instruction in the use of intermediate Solidworks part modeling skills such as assembly modeling and sub-assemblies is included (Same as Manufacturing Technology 104).
      • Prerequisite: ENGR 103
      • Prerequisite: MNFG 103
      OR
      Intermediate course for solid modeling using Solidworks, an industry standard engineering design software (CAD). Includes a review of the introductory class and changes to the Solidworks interface. Instruction in the use of intermediate Solidworks part modeling skills such as assembly modeling and sub-assemblies is included (Same as Engineering 104).
      • Prerequisite: MNFG 103
      • Prerequisite: ENGR 103 - Completion with a grade of "C' or better
      • Prerequisite:

      Third Semester

      6 units
      ENGR 105 or MNFG 105
      Advanced course for solid modeling includes a review of the intermediate class and changes to the Solidworks interface. Instruction in the use of Solidworks part modeling, assembly modeling, sub-assemblies, advanced photoworks and advanced animator emphasized (Same as Manufacturing Technology 105).
      • Prerequisite: ENGR 104
      • Prerequisite: MNFG 104
      OR
      Advanced course for solid modeling includes a review of the intermediate class and changes to the Solidworks interface. Instruction in the use of Solidworks part modeling, assembly modeling, sub-assemblies, advanced photoworks and advanced animator emphasized (Same as Engineering 105).
      • Prerequisite: MNFG 104
      • Prerequisite: ENGR 104
      MNFG 106
      SolidWorks Drawings
      Creation and use of drawing templates, importing of solids data into the drawing template, and modification of the resulting drawings to current industry standards.
      • Prerequisite: MNFG 103
      • Prerequisite: ENGR 103