Introduction to Autodesk Inventor Make a Copy
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design process 11 grade computer science English
Description
What is CAD? (Computer-Aided Design)
- Watch: What is CAD? (3 minutes)
- Think: Why is CAD important in engineering and design?
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Introduction to Autodesk Inventor
- Watch: Getting Started with Autodesk Inventor (5 minutes)
- Explore: Open Inventor and familiarize yourself with the interface.
- Key Tools: Sketch, Extrude, Navigation (Orbit, Pan, Zoom).
- Respond: Post in the class discussion board:
What do you find most interesting about Inventor so far? -
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Open the provided PDF guide: Autodesk Inventor Basics.
- Follow along with the teacher's demonstration:
- Create a new part file.
- Sketch a 2D rectangle or circle on a plane.
- Use the Extrude tool to give the shape a 3D form.
- Add dimensions and navigate the model using the Orbit tool.
- Save the file and export it as a .STL for 3D printing.
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Your First 3D Model
- Task:
- Create a simple 3D object, such as a cube or cylinder, using the tools demonstrated.
- Add dimensions and practice navigating the model in 3D space.
- Save your file as both an .IPT (Inventor Part) and export it as a .STL.
- Submit: Upload your files to the class assignment folder [Link to Submission Folder].
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Challenge Activity
- Watch: Creating More Complex Models in Inventor (5 minutes)
- Task: Design a 3D keychain that includes at least one hole and an engraved name or symbol.
- Reflect: Write a short paragraph explaining the process you followed and how you overcame any challenges.
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Exit Ticket (Google Form)
- What is one new tool you learned today in Autodesk Inventor?
- What challenges did you face while creating your model?
- What would you like to learn next in Autodesk Inventor?
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Resources
- Autodesk Inventor Tutorials
- Free Student Version of Autodesk Inventor
- Glossary of CAD Terms
- Respond: Write a 2-3 sentence response in the provided Google Form [Link to Google Form].