Generative Design for Part Consolidation from Coursera

Designing a product is only part of the process. Now, can that product be manufactured? In many cases the end product is made up of an assembly of different pieces to simplify manufacturing. With generative design and additive manufacturing, we can now take a different approach to the process of designing and producing complex products by ultimately reducing the number of parts and steps in an assembly while optimizing a design for strength and weight reduction.

You’ll need a paid subscription to Fusion 360 to complete the assignments in this course. Be sure to review your access or payment options before enrolling: https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360

Want to take your learning to the next level? Complete the Autodesk Generative Design for Manufacturing Specialization, and you’ll unlock an additional Autodesk Credential as further recognition of your success! The Autodesk Credential comes with a digital badge and certificate, which you can add to your resume and share on social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Sharing your Autodesk Credential can signal to hiring managers that you’ve got the right skills for the job and you’re up on the latest industry trends like generative design.

Enroll in the Specialization here: https://www.coursera.org/specializations/autodesk-generative-design-manufacturing

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What's inside

Syllabus

Review and Analyze a Complex Assembly

In Week 1, we’ll cover the exploration of a complex design created as an assembly of multiple components to identify improvements and compile information to build a generative design.

Set up a Generative Study

In Week 2, we’ll talk about setting up an unrestricted generative design study for multiple materials.

Select and Post Process an Outcome to Finalize a Design

In Week 3, we’ll focus on the post process tools needed after a generative outcome is created. We focus on the tools and features needed to clean up a design to ultimately get it ready for production.

Beneficial Knowledge for Working with Generative Designs

In Week 4, we’ll cover additional tools that benefit Generative Designs, but don’t apply to every case. We have covered a lot of information utilizing different workflows and use cases for Generative Design. Now we're going to focus additional energy to explore validation tools and some additional post processing tips.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores generative design and additive manufacturing, technologies pivotal to streamlining product design and manufacturing

Taught by Autodesk, renowned in the industry for their design software, including Fusion 360

Develops skills relevant to design engineering, including generative design and post-processing techniques

Provides hands-on practice with Fusion 360, the industry-standard software for generative design workflows

Students will need to purchase a paid subscription to Fusion 360 to complete the assignments

Reviews summary

Highly recommended course

Students highly recommend this course, appreciating its clear, easy-to-follow structure and good explanations from the instructor. They found the course to be very helpful and engaging, especially for those interested in fields like additive manufacturing and design. Students were particularly appreciative of how accessible the course was, even for beginners.

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Generative Design for Part Consolidation with these activities:

Review Fusion 360 Basics

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Solidify your knowledge of Fusion 360's interface and basic features to prepare for generative design.

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Review the Fusion 360 user interface.
Practice creating basic 3D shapes (e.g., cubes, cylinders, spheres).
Experiment with different modeling tools and techniques.

Review Fusion 360

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Familiarize yourself with the Fusion 360 software to maximize the learning opportunities in this course.

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Access Fusion 360 tutorials
Review basic interface and tools
Practice creating simple 3D models

Assembly Analysis Drills

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Reinforce your understanding of assembly components and their relationships.

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Identify different parts in an assembly
Analyze how parts interact and fit together
Practice identifying potential assembly issues

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Generative Design Tutorials

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Explore the principles and techniques of generative design through guided tutorials.

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Follow online tutorials on generative design principles
Experiment with different design parameters and constraints
Evaluate and compare generated design outcomes

Fusion 360 Workshop

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Attend a workshop to enhance your skills in using Fusion 360 for generative design and additive manufacturing.

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Locate and register for a relevant workshop
Actively participate in hands-on exercises
Network with experts and fellow participants

Generative Design Project

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Apply your learning by undertaking a project that involves designing and optimizing a product using generative design techniques.

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Identify a product or component for redesign
Define design goals and constraints
Use generative design tools to explore and optimize solutions
Refine and finalize the design
Prepare a presentation or documentation showcasing the project

Peer Mentoring

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Consolidate your understanding by sharing your knowledge and assisting fellow students in their learning journey.

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Offer support to fellow students in online forums
Organize study groups or discussion sessions
Provide constructive feedback on projects and assignments

Contribute to Open Generative Design Projects

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Engage with the generative design community by contributing to open-source projects and sharing your insights.

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Identify open-source generative design projects
Review project documentation and code
Make contributions or improvements to the project
Collaborate with other contributors and share knowledge

Career center

Learners who complete Generative Design for Part Consolidation will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineers design, develop, and implement production processes. They use generative design to create new and innovative ways to manufacture products. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Manufacturing Engineer.

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Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineers design and build machines and other devices. They use generative design to create new and innovative designs that are stronger, lighter, and more efficient. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Mechanical Engineer.

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Design Engineer

Design Engineers create and develop new products. They use generative design to create new and innovative designs that are more efficient, effective, and aesthetically pleasing. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Design Engineer.

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Product Engineer

Product Engineers design, develop, and test new products. They use generative design to create new and innovative designs that are more efficient, effective, and user-friendly. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Product Engineer.

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Process Engineer

Process Engineers design and improve manufacturing processes. They use generative design to create new and innovative ways to manufacture products. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Process Engineer.

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Research and Development Engineer

Research and Development Engineers design and develop new technologies. They use generative design to create new and innovative designs that are more efficient, effective, and sustainable. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Research and Development Engineer.

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Materials Engineer

Materials Engineers develop and test new materials. They use generative design to create new and innovative materials that are stronger, lighter, and more durable. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Materials Engineer.

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Quality Engineer

Quality Engineers ensure that products meet quality standards. They use generative design to create new and innovative ways to test products. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Quality Engineer.

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Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technicians operate and maintain manufacturing equipment. They use generative design to create new and innovative ways to manufacture products. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Manufacturing Technician.

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Product Designer

Product Designers create and develop new products. They use generative design to create new and innovative designs that are more efficient, effective, and user-friendly. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Product Designer.

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Industrial Designer

Industrial Designers design and develop new products. They use generative design to create new and innovative designs that are more efficient, effective, and aesthetically pleasing. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as an Industrial Designer.

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Production Supervisor

Production Supervisors oversee manufacturing operations. They use generative design to create new and innovative ways to manufacture products. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Production Supervisor.

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Mechanical Drafter

Mechanical Drafters create and interpret technical drawings. They use generative design to create new and innovative designs that are more efficient, effective, and accurate. This course provides a foundation in generative design, which can help you succeed as a Mechanical Drafter.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create and edit technical documentation. They use generative design to create new and innovative ways to communicate technical information. This course may be useful for you if you want to become a Technical Writer.

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Teacher

Teachers educate students in various academic subjects. They use generative design to create new and innovative ways to teach students. This course may be useful for you if you want to become a Teacher.

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