Program Overview

SOLIDWORKS II Course

Overview

The SOLIDWORKS II course is designed to help students develop intermediate professional skills and techniques in one of the world's most popular CAD/MCAD programs. Students will learn advanced SolidWorks concepts, including 3D solid, surface, and sheet-metal modeling, design for plastic, welded structures, project design procedures, multi-part modeling and assemblies, interface checking, and simulation and design studies techniques.

Course Details

• Course code: CECD 559
• Duration: 30 hours
• Prerequisite courses: SOLIDWORKS I (CECD 459)

Upcoming Dates

• April 1 June 3, 2026: Wednesday, 18:00 21:00, Spring term, Section 1, Online, $940
• March 31 June 2, 2027: Wednesday, 18:00 21:00, Spring term, Section 1, Online, $985

Your Takeaways

This course will help students:

• Perfect their SolidWorks skills
• Create and model CAD geometry using advanced techniques
• Analyze models and assemblies for real-world applications
• Produce models and drawings required for manufacturing
• Develop professional-level skills and techniques

Our Approach

The course is designed to provide real-world knowledge, experience, and insights through lectures from an experienced professional. Students will learn through hands-on projects using the latest software in a live synchronous learning environment via an online virtual classroom (Zoom).

Who Benefits the Most

• Students who completed CECD 459 and want to continue their studies
• Anyone who wants to understand the fundamentals of 3D modeling
• Students who want to learn AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Students who want to pursue a job in modeling, 3D modeling, 3D printing, engineering, architecture, drafting, manufacturing, design, or related fields
• Engineering undergraduates and graduate students in Industrial and mechanical specializations
• CEGEP students who want to prepare for undergraduate degrees and employment

CCE Loyalty Discount

Students will receive a 10% discount on their CCE course or workshop tuition fees if they meet any of the following criteria:

1. They previously completed a CCE, undergraduate, or graduate course at Concordia University.
2. They completed a language proficiency test at CCE.
3. They completed a CCE Professional Development Seminar/Workshop. This discount is based on the information maintained in the Concordia University student information system. Note that the discount does not apply to application fees for admission to a CCE program, language proficiency test enrollment, or AI for Decision-Makers in Advanced Manufacturing.