FreeCAD Parametric Modeling Training is a practical, hands-on program designed to equip learners with core and advanced skills in parametric 3D CAD modeling using FreeCAD. This training focuses on constraint-based design, parametric part modeling, assembly creation, sketcher workbench, design history management, and engineering drawing generation. Participants will gain real-world experience in building adaptable and fully editable 3D models used in mechanical design, product development, and engineering workflows.

• Strong understanding of parametric CAD modeling
• Ability to create constraint-based 3D designs
• Skills in assembly modeling and documentation
• Knowledge of engineering drawing standards
• Capability to build fully editable mechanical models

• Mechanical Engineers and Design Engineers
• CAD Designers and Drafting Professionals
• Product Design and Development Engineers
• Students in mechanical and industrial engineering
• Professionals transitioning into parametric CAD design

• Basic understanding of engineering or design concepts
• Familiarity with basic geometry and drafting is helpful
• Interest in CAD modeling or mechanical design
• No prior FreeCAD experience required

• Parametric 3D modeling using FreeCAD
• Constraint-based sketching and design control
• Assembly modeling and component structuring
• Design history and feature-based modeling
• Engineering drawing creation from 3D models
• Reusable and editable parametric design workflows
• Basic simulation and design validation concepts

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to design fully parametric and constraint-driven 3D models using FreeCAD. They will be capable of creating mechanical parts, assemblies, and engineering drawings suitable for product development and manufacturing workflows.

Introduction to FreeCAD and Parametric Design Concepts
• Overview of FreeCAD interface and workbenches
• Parametric vs direct modeling concepts
• Sketcher workbench fundamentals
• Constraint-based sketch creation

2D Sketching and Constraint-Based Design
• Geometric and dimensional constraints
• Sketch relationships and dependencies
• Fully constrained sketch techniques
• Editing and modifying parametric sketches

Basic 3D Part Modeling
• Pad, pocket, and extrude operations
• Feature-based modeling workflow
• Creating simple mechanical components
• Model tree and design history understanding

Hands-on exercises

Advanced Part Design and Feature Modeling
• Complex part creation techniques
• Fillets, chamfers, and advanced features
• Parametric control of features
• Multi-body part design concepts

Assembly Design Fundamentals
• Introduction to assembly workflows
• Component placement and constraints
• Building mechanical assemblies
• Managing relationships between parts

Engineering Drawing and Documentation
• Generating technical drawings from 3D models
• Views, sections, and annotations
• Dimensioning and standards overview
• Exporting CAD documentation

Hands-on exercises

Advanced Parametric Modeling Techniques
• Design optimization using parameters
• Reusable component design strategies
• Spreadsheet-driven parametric control
• Design iteration and modification workflows

Practical Engineering Design Workflow
• End-to-end product modeling workflow
• Design validation basics
• File management and version control concepts
• Preparing models for manufacturing

Capstone CAD Project
• Complete parametric mechanical part design
• Assembly creation with constraints
• Technical drawing preparation
• Final model review and optimization

Hands-on exercises

• FreeCAD interface and workbenches
• Sketching and constraint systems
• Part modeling and feature creation
• Assembly design fundamentals
• Engineering drawings and documentation
• Parametric design workflows

• Parametric sketching assignments
• 3D part modeling tasks
• Assembly creation exercises
• Final CAD design project

Participants will receive course materials, slides, reference materials, exercises and access to resources for further learning.

Participants who successfully complete the training will receive an AcadNXT Certification in FreeCAD Parametric Modeling Training, validating their expertise in constraint-based CAD design, parametric modeling, and engineering documentation using FreeCAD.