The purpose of Beginner"s Guide to SolidWorks 2005 is to help the student learn the basic concepts of SolidWorks and good solid modeling practices in an easy to follow guide. It is intended for the new SolidWorks user, users with experience in different CAD systems, and as a teaching aid in classroom training. After completing the exercises in this book, the student will have a good understanding of the SolidWorks interface and the most commonly used commands for part modeling, assembly and detailing by completing a project designing all the components, their 2D drawings and assembly drawing with Bill of Materials. The book is focused on the processes to complete a certain task, instead of focusing on individual operations, which are generally simple enough to learn. Table of Contents 1. The SolidWorks Interface 2. Part Modeling The Housing The Side Cover The Top Cover The Offset Shaft The Worm Gear The Worm Gear Shaft 3. Detail Drawing Drawing One: The Housing Drawing Two: The Side Cover Drawing Three: The Top Cover Drawing Four: The Offset Shaft Drawing Five: The Worm Gear Drawing Six: The Worm Gear Shaft 4. Assembly Modeling The Gear Box Assembly Fasteners Exploded View Assembly Drawing Section 5. Final Comments