FreeCad: Getting Started with Parametric Modeling

• No previous CAD experience required
• Python programming experience is helpful for extending FreeCad

FreeCAD is an open-source, customizable, multi-platform, scriptable and extensible parametric 3D modeler for designing real-life objects.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to model an object for later construction or 3D printing.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use FreeCad's tools and workflows to replace commercial CAD or BIM modeling software
• Write to many formats such as STEP, IGES, STL, SVG, DXF, OBJ, IFC, DAE, etc.
• Use Python to extend FreeCAD's functionality
• Automate FreeCad, build modules and embed FreeCAD into an existing application

Audience

• Designers
• Developers
• Mechanical engineers

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice

Introduction

Setting up FreeCad

Overview of FreeCad Features and Architecture

Case Study: From Product Design to Architecture

Understanding the FreeCad Workflow

Creating a Model

Sketching a 2D Shape

Extracting Design Parameters from a 3D Model

Modifying the Design

Exporting to a File

FreeCad Advanced Features and Tools

Automating FreeCad

Integrating FreeCad with an Existing Application or Workflow

Extending FreeCAD (optional)

Building a FreeCad Module (optional)

Troubleshooting

Summary and Conclusion