Inventor Professional Essentials | Session 6

Inventor Professional | Essentials – Introduction to Solid Modelling is a comprehensive 6 sessions x 3.5 hours (Total: 21 Hours) virtual course tailored for beginners who aim to establish a solid foundation in using Inventor for projects. Guided by a Certified Autodesk Instructor, this course covers the fundamental tools and techniques needed to create, manage, and document 3D models with confidence.

During this course, you will learn how to navigate the Inventor interface, manage files effectively, and work with essential tools such as the coordinate system, shortcuts, and navigation aids. You will be introduced to creating sketches with precision by applying constraints, dimensions, and parameters, as well as using equations and custom planes to develop adaptable designs. The course covers the process of using features like extrude, cut, revolve, fillet, and chamfer, while also teaching how to edit and refine models using modification tools and iProperties. You will also explore how to create and organise assemblies by placing components, applying constraints, and using project libraries and the Content Center. Key assembly tools, including the creation of simplified and derived parts, will be introduced to optimise assembly performance and facilitate the reuse of components. You will also learn how to generate and manage Bills of Materials to organise and document assemblies effectively. Additionally, the course will guide you through creating comprehensive project documentation using drawing sheets, including generating views, adding annotations, and customising layouts. Finally, you will work with external data and legacy files while learning to create engaging presentations using storyboards, high-quality images, and videos to effectively showcase your designs.

Upon completion of this course, you will be well-prepared to take on more complex design tasks, building on the solid foundation gained during training. You will have the confidence to navigate Inventor, create efficient models, and contribute effectively to diverse 3D design projects.

This course is delivered in multiple sessions, and participants are encouraged to attend them in the recommended order to support consistent learning.

To join the course, participants will need basic computer skills and a solid understanding of engineering or design concepts. No prior experience with Inventor is required, but exploring the user interface beforehand is recommended.

During this session, you will explore the following topics:

• Module 11 – External Data | Legacy Files: Understand how to integrate external data into your projects. This module covers importing and exporting data, creating 3D parts from 2D legacy files, and working with solid bodies and base components. These techniques are vital for collaborating with external teams and adapting your designs to diverse workflows, ensuring consistency and compatibility across various platforms.
• Module 12 – Story Boards | Image Creation | Video Presentations: Learn how to create compelling visual presentations that showcase your designs. This module covers using .ipt files for tweaks and storyboards, generating high-quality images with ray tracing, and producing engaging video presentations. These skills will enable you to communicate your design intent effectively, whether for client presentations or team reviews.

Before the course, you will receive a Course Pack containing training notes and/or files that need to be downloaded prior to joining the training. Please note that our training sessions are not recorded to maintain the privacy of all participants.

As an Advantage member, you receive complimentary access to course-related eLearning materials to support your knowledge retention. Login details to the e-platform are provided upon joining ARKANCE Advantage.

ARKANCE, an Authorized Autodesk Training Center, delivers high-quality training for Autodesk software users. To receive an official ARKANCE Certificate of Completion — a recognition of your commitment to ongoing professional development — you must attend all parts of the course.

Participants joining this course virtually will need:

• Inventor Professional ‘24 installed on their computer (required). Please contact us if you need to purchase a software licence.
• The latest Zoom version installed on their computer (required).
• A stable internet connection with a minimum download speed of 10 Mbps (required).
• A secondary screen to follow instructions shared by the course instructor during training, along with a mouse for easy software navigation (recommended).
• A headset to ensure clear communication with the instructor, and preferably a microphone and webcam for interactive conversations (recommended).

Our Courses and Deep Dive sessions are delivered virtually by Autodesk Certified Instructors, Bluebeam Certified Instructors, and experienced Subject Matter Experts. These regularly scheduled sessions are only available to Advantage customers and are not open to the public, meaning you will attend alongside other Advantage members who have registered.

Alternatively, all our courses can be organised privately for your team, following either a standard agenda or a customised curriculum tailored to your specific requirements. Private training sessions are available both virtually and in-person.