Fusion 360: Getting Started
#2: An introduction to the software, how to gain access, and a beginner's tutorial
Hello readers,
I would like to introduce you to a program that you may or may not be familiar with, called Fusion 360.
Fusion 360 is a professional CAD software developed by Autodesk for ages 13 and up. I chose to use this software for my lessons because it is user-friendly, accessible, and free for educators and students once a school is enrolled. It also has similar features to other CAD software such as SolidWorks, making the skills in these lessons easily transferrable to additional programs.
Useful links to help you gain access to the education licenses:
Getting Fusion 360 for Education
System Requirements for Fusion 360
Note: I also recommend using a computer mouse instead of a laptop’s trackpad
Fusion 360: Getting Started Video
In this video I will:
Walk you through introductory features
Create a sketch
Go from 2D to 3D (from a sketch to a solid object)
Build on multiple planes and explain feature settings throughout
Exercise
Create an Autodesk account and download Fusion 360 for either yourself, your class, or both
Practice sketching and extruding a variety of shapes
Utilize existing shape options in the “Create” drop-down menu
Try using lines and fit point splines to create more organic shapes
Create sketches on different planes and object faces
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All the best,
Julie