summary
The following topics were discussed and demonstrated during this session. Please make sure these topics are understood before proceeding to the next session. Future assessments may include key topics from this session.
- Sketch objects such as lines, circles, ellipses etc, are features which are input into the workspace by means of the pointing device (mouse). Spatial and geometric information is supplied via the command line or the dynamic input fields.
- Once an object is drawn, information can be obtained by viewing the relevant information displayed in the Properties palette. Changes to the selected object can also be done in the Properties palette.
- The QuickCalc palette can be used to input simple formulas into the Command line console to provide data for sketch objects.
- Objects can be constrained to design rules by applying geometric constraints.
- Dimensional constraints apply linear, angular, diametric and radial constraints to objects to define measurement and spatial relationships. These are controlled through standard dimensioning features.
- The Parameters Manager is the palette where design rules and spatial conditions are created, exerting dimensional control over the constrained object.
