Autodesk Fusion 360

• Basic understanding of 3D design concepts
• Enthusiasm for 3D printing and CAD design

Audience

• 3D CAD hobbyists looking to explore Fusion 360
• 3D printing enthusiasts seeking to design and optimize their own models
• Anyone interested in merging the worlds of 3D design and 3D printing

Fusion 360 is an integrated CAD, CAM, and CAE tool. This course introduces participants to the multifaceted world of 3D design and printing using Autodesk Fusion 360. It is tailor-made for both 3D CAD and 3D printing aficionados, offering comprehensive insights into design creation, optimization, and the transition from digital model to physical print.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to advanced-level 3D design and 3D printing enthusiasts who wish to use Fusion 360 to design, simulate, and prepare models for 3D printing.

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

• Install and configure Fusion 360 for optimal performance.
• Design, model, and simulate 3D objects in a unified environment.
• Optimize and prepare designs for the 3D printing process.
• Collaborate and share their designs using Fusion 360's cloud capabilities.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction

• Fusion 360 philosophy and principles: What drives Fusion 360 as a premier CAD, CAM, and CAE tool.
• What is Fusion 360? An introduction to Fusion 360 and its multifaceted capabilities.
• Fusion 360 vs SolidWorks: Comparing two leading CAD tools.
• Overview of Fusion 360 features and architecture: Delving deeper into Fusion 360's capabilities and structure.
• Beyond Fusion 360: Exploring related software and how they complement Fusion 360.
• Understanding Fusion 360's parametric design: A look at how parametric design is central to Fusion 360.

The lifecycle of a Fusion 360 project

• From concept to simulation to production: the steps involved in realizing a design using Fusion 360.

How Fusion 360 fits in with modern design and manufacturing / How Fusion 360 works

• Understanding the role of Fusion 360 in the broader landscape of design, simulation, CAM, and 3D printing.

Getting Started

• Setting up the Development Environment: Preparing your system for Fusion 360.
• Installing Fusion 360 as a stand-alone application: A step-by-step guide.
• Installing Fusion 360 plugins and extensions: Enhancing Fusion 360's capabilities.
• Setting up Fusion 360 for team collaboration: Using Fusion Team and other collaboration tools.
• Accessing Fusion 360 in the cloud (private, AWS, etc.): Leveraging Fusion 360's cloud capabilities.

Integrating Fusion 360 with 3D printers and CNC machines

• Using Fusion 360 to generate G-code, prepare models for 3D printing, and set up CAM operations for CNC machining.

Troubleshooting

• Common issues in Fusion 360 and solutions, from installation woes to design challenges.

Summary and Next Steps

• Review of key points and directions on where to go next with Fusion 360.