Autodesk Inventor 2025 - Complete Beginners Guide

Beginner to Intermediate Course for 3D Mechanical Design

What you'll learn

Sketching - Learn the Sketch tools available to create detailed Sketch geometries.

3D Modelling - Turn Sketches into 3D Models using a wide range of 3D tools.

2D Engineering Drawings - Create technical blueprints of assemblies and parts.

Edits, Modifications & Customization - The core practices to design to high standards.

3D Visualization - Rendering, Materials, Appearances and more.

Requirements

Autodesk Inventor Software (Any version)

No prior knowledge is needed, you just need the desire to learn and design!

Description

Course Overview:This is a beginner-friendly Autodesk Inventor course that will guide you step-by-step through the elements of Autodesk Inventor. You will learn how to navigate the various file interfaces, create parts and sketches, build 3D Assembly models and how to create detailed 2D engineering drawings to industry standards. Throughout the course are Exams/ Tests that will enable you to apply the skills and techniques that you've learnt. The instructor demonstrates how to complete each one of these. The course is broken down into sections in a logical order for building your skills and knowledge in this powerful CAD tool.About the Instructor:Christopher Wymer MEng is an Automotive Engineer specializing in Military Automotive Modifications. He also teaches various CAD software's to students undertaking Engineering and Design courses and runs online classes for students and professionals globally. Chris began his career working for automotive OEM's and has since moved to military applications. Chris aims to further educate those who are also passionate for design.Who should enroll on this Course:Whether you're a student, engineer, or hobbyist, this course is perfect for anyone starting out with Autodesk Inventor or for those who want to brush up on their skills. By the end of this course, you will have the skillset to begin independently navigating and creating your own designs.Course Pre-requisites:Autodesk Inventor 2018+ software are suitable versions for this course. Older versions will be fine but the tools and layout may be slightly different.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Promo Video & Course Contents

Section 2: Homescreen Interface & Navigation

Lecture 2 Section Introduction

Lecture 3 Homescreen Interface

Lecture 4 Create your First Project

Lecture 5 Choosing the Correct Units - Metric (mm)/ Imperial (inches)

Section 3: Parts Files & Sketching

Lecture 6 Section Introduction

Lecture 7 Parts File - User Interface

Lecture 8 Colors & Background Customization

Lecture 9 Start Sketching - Planes and Line Tools

Lecture 10 Sketching: Circle Tools

Lecture 11 Sketching: Arc Tools

Lecture 12 Sketching: Rectangles/ Slots/ Polygons

Lecture 13 Sketching: Fillets & Chamfers

Lecture 14 Sketching: Text Tools

Lecture 15 Modify Tools

Lecture 16 Sketch Pattern Tools, Rect, Circ, Mirror

Lecture 17 Dimensions and Constraints

Lecture 18 Example 1: Practice Sketching

Lecture 19 Example 2: Practice Sketching

Lecture 20 Example 3: Practice Sketching

Section 4: 3D Modelling

Lecture 21 Section Introduction

Lecture 22 Extrude and Extrude Cut

Lecture 23 The Viewcube

Lecture 24 Revolve Tool & Modelling

Lecture 25 Sweep Tool

Lecture 26 Engraving/ Embossing Text

Lecture 27 Fillet & Chamfer

Lecture 28 Shell & Holes

Lecture 29 Applying Threads

Lecture 30 Assigning Materials & Appearances

Lecture 31 Adding a Decal/ Image

Lecture 32 Basic Rendering

Lecture 33 Example 1: Practice 3D Modelling

Lecture 34 Example 2: Practice 3D Modelling

Lecture 35 Example 3: Practice 3D Modelling

Section 5: Creating Assemblies

Lecture 36 Section Introduction

Lecture 37 Part 1: Cast Body

Lecture 38 Part 2: Cap

Lecture 39 Part 3: Structural Beam

Lecture 40 Placing & Positioning of Parts

Lecture 41 Constraining Parts Togethor

Lecture 42 Adding Parts from Content Library

Lecture 43 Pattern Assemblies

Lecture 44 Editing Existing Assemblies

Section 6: 2D Engineering Drawings

Lecture 45 Section Introduction

Lecture 46 Templates, Adding Sheets & Customizing them

Lecture 47 Base Views, Projected Views & Section Views

Lecture 48 Switch Between 1st & 3rd Angle Projections

Lecture 49 View Styles & Labels

Lecture 50 Adding Dimensions & Style Modifications

Lecture 51 Adding Tolerances

Lecture 52 Adding Parts Lists & Ballons

Lecture 53 Example 2D Engineering Drawing - Bearing Block Assembly

Lecture 54 Customizing the Title Block

Section 7: Additional Useful Content

Lecture 55 Section Introduction

Lecture 56 Coil Command - Modelling Springs

Lecture 57 Loft Command - Loft Modelling

Lecture 58 How to Split Bodies

Lecture 59 Condensed Summary of Inventor

Lecture 60 Condensed Summary of 2D Drawing Creation

Section 8: Practice Modelling Examples

Lecture 61 Section Introduction

Lecture 62 Exercise 1

Lecture 63 Exercise 2

Lecture 64 Exercise 3

Lecture 65 Exercise 4

Lecture 66 Exercise 5

Lecture 67 Exercise 6

Lecture 68 Exercise 7: 90 degree Pipe Bend

Lecture 69 Exercise 8: Pipes & Flange Model

Lecture 70 Exercise 9: Modelling a Smart Phone

Lecture 71 Exercise 10: Ball Bearing Assembly

Lecture 72 Exercise 11: Door Hinge Assembly

Lecture 73 Exercise 12: Caster Wheel

Lecture 74 Exercise 13: Flange Coupling

Lecture 75 Exercise 14: Engine Valve

Lecture 76 Exercise 15: Camshaft

Lecture 77 Exercise 16: Wall-Mounted Hook

Lecture 78 Exercise 17: Spanner

Engineering Students,Design professionals who want to learn 3D CAD,Professionals looking to enhance their 3D CAD skillset,Those passionate about Engineering Design and Creation,Professional Engineers,Professional Draftsman