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    Training

    We are working on a few training items here at HQ based on the results of our survey, but we'd like to make sure you are aware of the range of options, which we've outlined below.

    • EAA SOLIDWORKS University - 6 aviation-specific tutorials: EAA.org/SWU
    • Built-in Tutorials - SW has several self-paced built in tutorials that walk you through frequently used functionality. To access those, click on Help / SolidWorks Tutorials in the menu.
    • Catalog of Free Videos - we'll work with our SW Support Volunteers to compile a list of YouTube (and other) videos that we think cover the essentials of using SW. We'll post that on this Thread. For now, here are two Youtube channels recommended by EAA Members and SW Support Volunteers: Vertanux1 and Tim Callinan
    • YouTube Channel for CSWP Prep - This not-well-publicized channel is recommended by the DS SolidWorks certifications program manager: Solidworks Lucas
    • MySolidWorks Tutorials - 110+ tutorials are available free (Overviews and Introductions ONLY) with a Guest subscription on the MySolidWorks website. It can be challenging to figure out how to get access, so I've included instructions below. If you want a course available with a professional subscription, please contact GSC at 800-454-2233 to get pricing.
    • SOLIDWORKS Workbooks - SDC Publications has a series of workbooks on learning SOLIDWORKS that have been recommended by support volunteers. They target the tech college/university market, so they aren't exactly a "For Dummies" style book and their price point is a bit higher, but they are worth the investment for anyone who learns by textbook/workbook. Be sure to search for the version that matches our SOLIDWORKS version (i.e., currently 2017).
    • DS SOLIDWORKS Essentials - After completing included tutorials, the next step in training for serious users is to attend Essentials class. Available from SOLIDWORKS resellers for a fee, or you can access this course on YouTube and use these exercise files (select "SOLIDWORKS CAD" "2016" "Essentials" some exercises may not work with Student Design Kit version... but they are FREE).
    • EAA Chapters - We will begin working with our SW Support Volunteers and others to explore development of training programs. The range of possibilities is endless, but could include instructor-led seminars, hands on workshops, 1-on-1 training. They are volunteers, so please be understanding and respectful of their time.
    • SportAir Workshops - GSC is our partner for training and second tier program support. We'll be working to develop a 1-day workshop that is the first day of the Essentials course and a 5-day Essentials course. Pricing for this training at Oshkosh is FREE for Day One and $995 for days 2-5 email Cory if you want to signup for Day One and call GSC (800-454-2233) if you want to purchase days 2-5.
    • Technical College Courses - There are many tech schools around the country that offer courses on how to use SW. Check with your local tech college.


    Accessing tutorials on MySolidWorks using free Guest access:
    1) Go here: http://my.solidworks.com/training/catalog/
    2) Click Join on the top right
    3) Enter an email address and select “I am not a SolidWorks customer or I do not have a SolidWorks Serial #” and click Next
    4) Complete the address form and click Next
    5) Enter your name, and a password, select all correspondence you do not want and click Next
    6) They will send you a confirmation email. Click on the link in that email to confirm receipt.
    7) You can now login on this page: http://my.solidworks.com/training/catalog/
    8) After you are logged in, they may redirect you somewhere. Just re-paste the above address in your browser address bar.
    9) You will have free access to 110+ tutorials assigned to Guest, but you will need to check off Guest Access Level in the catalog. If you don’t, it will present all training courses and you may be denied access if the course is not in the Guest Access level. You could also just follow this link: http://my.solidworks.com/training/ca...blevel%2FGuest

    If you are looking for study materials to prepare for the Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) exam, here are some resources that have helped others prepare and successfully pass the exam:
    https://www.solidworks.com/sw/docs/CSWPSampleExam.pdf
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbjH31YINAA
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAvE7JsO63g
    https://hawkridgesys.com/blog/solidw...10-speed-moves
    Last edited by Cory Puuri; 08-14-2020 at 10:00 AM.

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    Cory, I have a serial number with my student edition (obtained as a veteran, before EAA came out with its student edition). My version of SWx seems to have everything in it - have yet to discover an add-in I can't load. However, when I log into SolidWorks training it says I'm a "guest", not student, with limited access to the training material. The sheet metal course I wanted to take says I need Professional. Am I just approaching this wrong, or do I need to contact SolidWorks? I've used their Student Edition tech support a couple of times and they a very helpful and responsive, so I'm a bit surprised they won't let me take these sheet metal courses.
    Thanks for what you're doing! Mark

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    There is a fellow named "Tim Callinan" on YouTube, and he has about 20 SOLIDWORKS training videos on his channel. Here is his SOLIDWORKS playlist. He's an instructor at a Community College out east, and is an EXCELLENT teacher. He's been using it for 10+ years, and it most definitely shows. I think his videos run about 35-40 hours in total, ranging from super-simple, to quite advanced. There are techniques in them for just about everything a person would need to do for aircraft construction.

    I started watching his videos 3-4 months ago when I started with SW, and have re-watched all of them two or three times--and pick up new things each time through. Great stuff, and the price is most definitely right!

    Just thought I'd mention it for folks who like to watch YouTube videos to learn.

    TB

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mark Meredith View Post
    Cory, I have a serial number with my student edition (obtained as a veteran, before EAA came out with its student edition). My version of SWx seems to have everything in it - have yet to discover an add-in I can't load. However, when I log into SolidWorks training it says I'm a "guest", not student, with limited access to the training material. The sheet metal course I wanted to take says I need Professional. Am I just approaching this wrong, or do I need to contact SolidWorks? I've used their Student Edition tech support a couple of times and they a very helpful and responsive, so I'm a bit surprised they won't let me take these sheet metal courses.
    Thanks for what you're doing! Mark
    Thank you for your service! The Military Program receives the Student Edition, which is more or less the same functionality as the Professional Edition, but it is only a 12 month license. It does not include any additional My SolidWorks training beyond what a Guest would receive. I have a call into GSC to ask if members can purchase Standard or Professional account subscriptions on My SolidWorks. Those subscriptions are controlled by the VARs.

    In the meantime, here is a YouTube video covering the basics of sheet metal:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQli7DOMTtY

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    Cory, I'm having the same problem as Mark M.

    I wanted to take the Sheet Metal course. I have followed your step-by-step instructions and registered and when I go to this page -- http://my.solidworks.com/training/catalog/ -- and select the checkbox to display only "Guest" Access Level courses, the "Sheet Metal" course links to this page -- http://my.solidworks.com/training/el...64/sheet-metal -- and the only active videos/links are "eCourse Overview" and "Course Introduction", however it does not let me view the "Course Introduction" video and instead tells me that in order to view it I need to have completed the "SOLIDWORKS Essentials" course and that course is nowhere to be found. I've tried using the search bar at the top and still can't find it.

    Furthermore, I have tried accessing other courses designated for "Guest" Access Level and none of them have worked. They all tell me that I need to have completed a specific previous course, but none of these prerequisite courses are anywhere to be found so I'm essentially locked out of everything unless I purchase the full course through a reseller.

    Please help. I really want to get familiar with SolidWorks.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Alpha Kilo View Post
    Cory, I'm having the same problem as Mark M.

    I wanted to take the Sheet Metal course. I have followed your step-by-step instructions and registered and when I go to this page -- http://my.solidworks.com/training/catalog/ -- and select the checkbox to display only "Guest" Access Level courses, the "Sheet Metal" course links to this page -- http://my.solidworks.com/training/el...64/sheet-metal -- and the only active videos/links are "eCourse Overview" and "Course Introduction", however it does not let me view the "Course Introduction" video and instead tells me that in order to view it I need to have completed the "SOLIDWORKS Essentials" course and that course is nowhere to be found. I've tried using the search bar at the top and still can't find it.

    Furthermore, I have tried accessing other courses designated for "Guest" Access Level and none of them have worked. They all tell me that I need to have completed a specific previous course, but none of these prerequisite courses are anywhere to be found so I'm essentially locked out of everything unless I purchase the full course through a reseller.

    Please help. I really want to get familiar with SolidWorks.
    I just spoke with GSC, the VAR assigned by Dassault Systemes SOLIDWORKS. They can sell you access to individual courses on My SolidWorks. I don't have pricing. Please call 800-454-2233. Thanks!

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    You can also get some very good FREE and well done tutorials on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/user/vertanu...&live_view=500
    There is also a web site with associated pdf training documents, and files.... here: http://www.vertanux1.com/part-files-1.html. It's all free.

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    I don't see many resources for learning SOLIDWORKS CAM, which is new as of 2018. Does anyone know of any good resources? I've read through the help files in SW, watched the handful of tutorials in MySolidWorks, and some YouTube videos, but I'm still struggling to get a toolpath right for an inside contour through-cut.

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    We are in the initial stages of exploring a relationship with SolidProfessor. Right now, they are setup to offer previews of their courses, which gives you the first few videos, and they also offer a one-week trial. Here is their CAM content for an example:
    https://www.solidprofessor.com/tutorials/camworks

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    Some public libraries might provide free access to Lynda.com training videos. There is quite a selection of SW courses available there. Even the library in St Catharines here provides that access (city of 150k)

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