DMT 62A
SolidWorks: Top-Down Design and Advanced System Tools


Course Description

Advanced 3D Solid Modeling techniques using SolidWorks. Emphasis is on Advanced Assembly Mates, Large Assembly Management Tools, and Top-Down Design. In addition, time is given to safe and proper development of new Solid Models and Drawing Documents from legacy solid models, using so-called Top-Down Assembly techniques.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
47417 DMT 62A 64Z ······· TBA-TBA Paul Klingman ONLINE
······· TBA-TBA

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-04-06 to 2026-06-26.
Footnote:
DMT-062A-64Z: This is an online class. Students must have access to a Windows computer, the internet and an individual email address. CAD software is provided for fee to enrolled students. De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone will not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

Textbook/MaterialTypeRequiredPurchaseRent
NewUsedNewUsed
SOLIDWORKS 2025 Advanced Techniques
Tran © 2025
ISBN: 9781630577063
Textbook Required $65.50 $49.25
SOLIDWORKS 2025 Advanced Techniques : Mastering Parts, Surfaces, Sheet Metal, SimulationXpress, Top-Down Assemblies, Core & Cavity Molds (16th Edition)
Tran
ISBN: 9781630569501
E-Book Required $62.00

Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 2
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 6
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Prerequisite
DMT D061A, DMT D061B, DMT D061C, DMT D061D or DMT D061E
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