Inventor Basics
Inventor is a parametric, feature-based system, allowing you to create 3D parts, assemblies, and 2D drawings. Parametric modeling allows for increased power and flexibility by setting up parameters and relationships with control over design intent. Design intent describes the way your design will behave based on your use of parameters with dimensions and relationships.
As a part of the Autodesk family, Inventor looks and feels similar to AutoCAD. Someone who already uses AutoCAD can leverage many of their 2D drawings in Inventor to streamline the process for creating accurate 3D models. Anyone designing or manufacturing mechanical components has a need for Inventor.
Autodesk Inventor Course
In our Introduction to Inventor course, you’ll learn the fundamental skills needed to use Autodesk Inventor. You’ll become familiar with the most common features and start creating parts, assemblies, and drawings.
Sample Lesson
In this course, learn how to:
- Navigate the Inventor interface
- Create sketches and features to generate designs
- Use parts to create assemblies
- Generate 2D drawings of your parts and drawings
Introduction to Inventor is included in SolidProfessor’s Standard membership plan.