This course is part of the Autodesk CAD/CAM/CAE for Mechanical Engineering Specialization

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The foundation of engineering design is often coupled with validation. Simulation is a great tool that allows engineers to test, validate, and modify designs before they become a physical prototype. When used early in the process for simulation driven design and throughout the development process, simulation can help drive the design, make informed design decisions, speed up time to production, and most importantly, identify and eliminate costly design mistakes.  
Like any other tool though, it must be used properly to yield the best results. In this course, we’ll explore the usage static stress simulation, shape optimization, thermal and other mechanical simulation types to better understand how we can apply these tools to everyday design problems.

After taking this course, you'll be able to:

- Describe the simulation workflow in Fusion 360.
- Summarize the use cases for various types of simulation studies.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills in more advanced Fusion 360 CAD and CAE skills.
- Explain and identify simulation results

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Approx. 23 hours to complete

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What you will learn

Describe the simulation workflow in Fusion 360.

Summarize the use cases for various types of simulation studies.

Demonstrate knowledge and skills in more advanced Fusion 360 CAD and CAE skills.

Explain and identify simulation results

Skills you will gain

AutodeskSimulationFusion 360Engineering DesignMechanical Engineering

Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Course 3 of 4 in the

Autodesk CAD/CAM/CAE for Mechanical Engineering Specialization

Flexible deadlines

Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.

Intermediate Level

Approx. 23 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Chinese (Simplified), Italian, Vietnamese, Korean, German, Russian, Turkish, English, Spanish

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week

Week 1

6 hours to complete

Static Stress Simulation

In Week 1, we’ll explore the setup, solve, and understanding surrounding static stress simulations. Starting with the basics and moving to more advanced tools such as bolted connections we’ll walk through how to prepare and process a static simulation.

6 hours to complete

21 videos (Total 66 min), 8 readings, 2 quizzes

21 videos

Course overview52s

Get the software2m

Week 1 overview40s

Starting a static stress simulation4m

Using simplify4m

Selecting study materials2m

Creating custom materials6m

Defining structural constraints3m

Using a bolted connection2m

Adding a structural load3m

Defining multiple load conditions2m

Solving contact sets3m

Generating mesh and mesh control7m

Solving a simulation2m

Reviewing simulation results10m

Practice exercise 1 overview21s

Practice exercise 1 solution1m

Practice exercise 2 overview15s

Practice exercise 2 solution1m

Practice exercise 3 overview26s

Practice exercise 3 solution3m

8 readings

Static Stress Simulation resources5m

About the discussion forum5m

Online learning communities and social media10m

Getting to know your classmates10m

Practice exercise 1 instructions30m

Practice exercise 2 instructions30m

Practice exercise 3 instructions30m

Week 1 challenge exercise1h 30m

2 practice exercises

Pre-course questions30m

Week 1 quiz30m

Week

Week 2

5 hours to complete

Using Shape Optimization to Drive a Design

In Week 2, we’ll cover shape optimization simulation study type to explore load paths in designs. This simulation study will help engineers identify critical load paths in a design to make more informed decisions on material removal.

5 hours to complete

15 videos (Total 53 min), 5 readings, 1 quiz

15 videos

Week 2 overview40s

Defining common parameters for a shape optimization6m

Defining shape preservation regions2m

Detailing optimization criteria3m

Reviewing a shape optimization study4m

Promoting a mesh to create a new design3m

Design creation to match a shape optimization mesh8m

Validation through static stress simulation4m

Review and refine a design7m

Practice exercise 1 overview16s

Practice exercise 1 solution3m

Practice exercise 2 overview15s

Practice exercise 2 solution3m

Practice exercise 3 overview22s

Practice exercise 3 solution3m

5 readings

Using Shape Optimization to Drive a Design resources5m

Practice exercise 1 instructions30m

Practice exercise 2 instructions30m

Practice exercise 3 instructions30m

Week 2 challenge exercise1h 30m

1 practice exercise

Week 2 quiz30m

Week

Week 3

6 hours to complete

Nonlinear Response, Buckling and Modal Frequencies

In Week 3, we’ll focus on some additional simulation study types in Fusion 360, namely nonlinear response, structural buckling and modal frequencies. These study types allow for greater insight into structural and mechanical problems associated with a wide variety of designs. We will focus on various aspects of our gear reduction assembly as well as explore other examples suited for these types of simulations.

6 hours to complete

20 videos (Total 64 min), 5 readings, 1 quiz

20 videos

Week 3 overview47s

Define and solve a nonlinear static stress study6m

Review nonlinear results2m

Refine the model and rerun the study3m

Define and solve a buckling study2m

Review and refine a buckling study2m

Review a final buckling study1m

Define and solve a modal frequency study3m

Review modal results2m

Modify the model to reduce the mass participation5m

Create a rigid body connector4m

Explore point masses9m

Apply additional force types4m

Simulate pressure7m

Practice exercise 1 overview15s

Practice exercise 1 solution1m

Practice exercise 2 overview18s

Practice exercise 2 solution1m

Practice exercise 3 overview18s

Practice exercise 3 solution1m

5 readings

Nonlinear Response, Buckling and Modal Frequencies resources5m

Practice exercise 1 instructions30m

Practice exercise 2 instructions30m

Practice exercise 3 instructions30m

Week 3 challenge exercise2h 30m

1 practice exercise

Week 3 quiz30m

Week

Week 4

6 hours to complete

Thermal and Thermal Stress

In Week 4, we’ll explore and compare the effects of thermal and thermal stresses on designs. Temperature and heat can be a major factor in the failure of a design so exploring a design’s performance can lead to better informed design decisions. As a bonus, we’ll also look at event simulation and how a design performs when subject to motion and how it responds to an impact.

6 hours to complete

17 videos (Total 73 min), 5 readings, 3 quizzes

17 videos

Week 4 overview43s

Prepare a model for thermal simulation4m

Setting up thermal study materials2m

Understanding and applying types of thermal loads6m

Solving a thermal study and reviewing the results8m

Cloning a simulation model11m

Setting up a thermal stress study4m

Setting up mesh and contacts4m

Modifying a thermal stress study6m

Event simulation setup8m

Event simulation results review6m

Practice exercise 1 overview13s

Practice exercise 1 solution2m

Practice exercise 2 overview15s

Practice exercise 2 solution2m

Practice exercise 3 overview20s

Practice exercise 3 solution2m

5 readings

Thermal and Thermal Stress resources5m

Practice exercise 1 instructions30m

Practice exercise 2 instructions30m

Practice exercise 3 instructions30m

Week 4 challenge exercise1h 30m

2 practice exercises

Week 4 quiz30m

Final assessment30m

About the Autodesk CAD/CAM/CAE for Mechanical Engineering Specialization

The demand placed on today’s engineers goes above and beyond the job description. Products have become complex and engineers are more frequently asked to leave specialized roles and to take on a wide variety of tasks that are beyond their traditional responsibilities. These tasks are centered on form, fit, and function. Engineers need to factor in broader concerns such as cost, procurement, sustainability, manufacturability, and serviceability. Their role has moved away from an individual responsibility to working as part of a collaborative engineering team, executing tradeoffs with both engineering and business stakeholders to meet project goals. These trends have forced today’s engineers to broaden their skillset to be successful.

Engineers today are required to be on the cutting edge of design innovation. This means not only understanding engineering principles that govern the title and role, but also perfecting the toolsets needed to design and develop products. Through this specialization, you’ll learn the foundations of applying computer aided design (CAD), computer aided engineering (CAE), and manufacturing principles while developing your technical skills within Autodesk Fusion 360.

Autodesk CAD/CAM/CAE for Mechanical Engineering

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What are the system requirements for Fusion 360?
Fusion 360 is both Mac and PC compatible. System requirements can be found here.
How do I get installation support for Fusion 360?
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How do I share my designs on the Autodesk Fusion gallery?
The Autodesk Fusion 360 gallery is a great resource for design inspiration. With Fusion 360, file sharing is easy. Follow the instructions for sharing a file in Fusion 360 and share your design in the gallery.
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How do I become an Autodesk Certified User?
The Autodesk Certified User program offers students an opportunity to validate their Fusion 360 skills to prepare for professional careers in design and engineering. The certification exam is offered through 14,000 Certiport Testing Centers, and is available to students, educators, and professionals. To learn more about the Autodesk Certified user certification, visit www.certiport.com/acu.
How do I continue building my Fusion 360 knowledge and skills once I complete the course?
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Simulation Analysis for Mechanical Engineers with Autodesk Fusion 360