Fusion: Start To Finish Course (2026 Edition)

Design a semiconductor component in Fusion 360, featuring o-ring grooves, compression-limiting bosses, a circular c1616 ra type c pattern, six counterbores, and vacuum seals for an inch-based metric part.

Create a 2D sketch in Fusion 2026, learn to save versions, set construction planes, and convert sketches into 3D bodies through extrude, guided by tooltips and viewcube orientation.

Learn to re-enter an existing sketch, save progress, access it via the data panel, rename and edit the sketch, and use the sketch palette, grid, and origin in 3D space.

Use the circle tool to create a circle from a center point with a diameter, constraining the center to the origin and adjusting the dimension as needed.

Use the sketch dimension tool to set the circle’s diameter and place the label, using two or three clicks, then enter the value.

Master the line tool in Fusion 360 by drawing a center line circle at 1.2 in, applying constraints, and using snap and coincide to create fully constrained geometry.

Identify enclosed 2d profiles to define inside versus outside in Fusion 360 and apply construction lines to ignore boundaries when constraining geometry.

Create a reference sketch point to locate hole features, ensuring full constraints, then apply the circular pattern tool around a center point to place six holes at 360 degrees.

Learn to use the extrusion tool in Fusion 360: convert a 2d sketch into a 3d body by selecting a closed profile, applying 0.179 depth, and noting sketch consumption.

Learn to use the hole tool to place six counterbore holes from sketch points, set diameters and depth, and ensure through all to accommodate thickness changes.

Learn how to create a stem on the counterbore side by sketching on the existing geometry, projecting the body silhouette, and extruding to join two bodies into one.

Fusion 360’s thread tool lets you add an external M22 thread and a short unthreaded area. Compare symbolic and modeled threads and decide when to use an extrude cut.

Add two bottom rings in Fusion 360 by sketching on the opposite side and applying two separate extrudes for outer and inner rings. Use projection to preserve geometry references.

Compare the revolve tool and extrusion in Fusion 360. Build a symmetric part from a single sketch and define the revolve axis with precise dimensions for a full rotation.

Explore adding details in Fusion 360 by applying stainless steel 316 L material, adjusting weights and center of gravity, and using rendering with ray tracing to achieve photorealistic appearances.

Save the completed semiconductor drawing and create a new drawing from design, then compare manual layout with automatic mode, noting sheet size, orientation, and title block details.

Create a base view in Fusion 360, combine top view with a section and projected view, and apply 1 to 1 scale with visible or shaded edges and center marks.

Create projected, orthogonal, and isometric views from a parent view, add center lines, and switch to shaded mode. Build section views with visible and hidden edges to reveal counterbores.

Demonstrate dimensioning in Fusion 360 using the dimension tool to set outside diameter, PCD, six hole diameters, and thread notes, with centered lines and tidy label placement.

Demonstrates linking a drawing to a semiconductor part, updating the design to the latest version, and generating an assembly in automatic mode, then refining with manual tidy up and dimensions.

Learn to render in Fusion 360 by adjusting background, perspective, lighting, depth of field, and texture maps, then compare in canvas render and cloud render.

Export Fusion 360 parts to STEP, STL, and other formats; save sketches as dxf or svg for cutting; use the manufacturing workspace to generate gcode for printing and cnc.

Design a modular, magnetically snapped dust filter housing in Fusion 360, 3D printed in PLA with a removable, cleanable filter and six millimeter by two millimeter holes.

Begin project two in the Ultimate Fusion 360 course by designing a magnetic fan grill assembly with magnets, filter media, and a plastic grill, including patterns and pockets.

Offset curves to define wall thickness, using chain select and direction flip; place holes with a center-diameter circle, then mirror and constrain the sketch.

Configure the mirror tool in Fusion 360 using a center origin line, using the dimension tool to size the gap, trimming arcs, and mirroring to create a clean, enclosed profile.

Learn to use the rectangular pattern tool in Fusion 360 to duplicate sketch curves into rows and columns with controlled direction, quantity, and spacing. It enforces constraints and inward-facing profiles.

Learn to extrude an exterior profile in Fusion 360, refine mirrored geometry, create magnet holes and perforations, and use the pattern tool to finalize a 3D printed model.

Create a hole pattern in Fusion 360 by drawing a circle and tangent-constraining it to the filter holder’s inner edge, then pattern the hole along two axes at 0.25 spacing.

Learn to fix mistakes in Fusion 360 by editing the first sketch, correcting inner and outer offsets, and adjusting the rectangular pattern tool and magnet layout.

Master fillet techniques in Fusion 360 for a 3D printed fan grill, using edge-face selection, radius and offset settings, plus basic material and appearance edits for ABS-like plastic.

Design six-millimeter magnets and a quarter-inch thick polyurethane foam filter in Fusion 360, using sketching, extruding, and converting between millimeters and inches via 3D step import.

Create a magnetic and grille assembly in Fusion 360, import parts, set initial positions with six degrees of freedom, and ground the base to the parent to anchor the assembly.

Place magnets, copy and pattern components, and use the assemble panel to define joints with six degrees of freedom. Choose a rigid joint to glue magnets and constrain motion.

Master jointing in Fusion 360 by using snap origin mode, selecting anchor points, flipping orientations, and applying rigid joints to keep components fixed and aligned.

Create an assembly drawing from the finished assembly, verify properties and materials, save subcomponents, and generate a bill of materials with balloons and a parts list, including dimensions and views.

Create multi sheet drawings in Fusion 360 by assembling parts like the magnetic fan grill, filter, and magnets, and apply base and section views with precise dimensions and center lines.

Complete two component drawings by detailing a magnet and a filter media with projected views, dimensions, nameplates, and assembly notes in the ultimate fusion 360 course.

Insert and arrange two OEM component images on six pages of a Fusion 360 project, adjust scale and alignment, and export a single PDF with ordering data.

Explore exploded views and animations in Fusion 360, using auto explode, manual adjustments, and trail lines to show how parts fit together and create publishable drawings.

Explore the rendering workspace to adjust materials, apply paints and finishes, and use bump maps and relief patterns to simulate texture, then render locally or via cloud.

Export your Fusion 360 assemblies and parts as PDFs, STEP, or STL for printing or shop use, with guidance on exporting individual components vs the assembly and protecting proprietary designs.

Design a two-part filter media holder for the Bamboo X1 3D printer using Fusion 360, capturing odors with active carbon pellets, and assemble multiple parts in a single file.

Begin the Fusion 360 filter housing by sketching the bottom-up outside with 3.22 by 1.907 dimensions and a 0.046 wall thickness, then apply a 0.1 inch sketch fillet.

Create a body in Fusion 360 by extruding outer and inner sketches, then join walls. Use the sweep tool to shape lip along a path and inspect with section analysis.

Sketch and project geometry, extrude to form a housing and cap, then create slot patterns with center-to-center dimensions and a rectangular pattern.

Fix pitch by adding 0.283 and 0.216 to get the correct dimension; check gaps between cap and housing for a fit. Use driven dimensions and through-all cuts in Fusion 360.

Convert bodies to components in Fusion 360, assign ABS plastic material, and prepare a drawing that features a bolt hole and a chamfer.

Continue the Fusion 360 drawing workflow by updating views, adding and formatting the parts table and material, creating base, section, and detail views, and applying precise dimensions with snap guidance.

Apply precise dimensions to the cap and body, add center lines and center marks, and refine slot counts, thickness, and wall details for a complete Fusion 360 drawing.

Render and export in Fusion 360, adjust translucency depth and colors, export PNG, JPEG, PDFs, or DWG, and prepare STL or mesh files for 3D printing.

Introduction to project four presents a 48-volt, 1000-watt PTC heater and a 15 cfm fan. Compare version one with version two improvements, including o-ring groove and inserts, in Fusion 360.

Explore sourcing and referencing parts for a 1000 watt DC heater project in Fusion 360, including McMaster screws, step files, and a 48 V 60x60x25 fan.

Demonstrates designing a two-clamshell housing around a 1000 watt heater and a 120 mm fan in fusion 360, optimizing for 3d printing with minimal overhangs and tight clearances.

Design a 1000-watt, 48-volt heater in Fusion 360 using reference drawings and F3Z files. Build the part with a side-profile extrusion and holes, then complete an assembly walkthrough.

Construct the bottom fan side by sketching the bottom plate, applying extra clearance and tolerance, offsetting geometry, and defining wall thickness and grommets for a reliable 3d printed fit.

fix over-constraint and set eighth-inch clearance to fit a grommet, then extrude a bottom cap in Fusion 360, align a fan, project geometry, and prep for a shell with holes.

Loft a solid between carefully prepared profiles on a base plate, then shell to a precise 0.125 inch thickness and punch through holes to finalize the clam housing.

Finish the bottom clam in Fusion 360 by creating the component, assigning ABS plastic, adding holes for inserts and through bolts, and aligning the top part and grommet.

Execute extrusion with a 0.040 clearance, project and cut holes, create a lower clamp body, add crossbars with center constraints, apply fillets and chamfer, then verify with cross-sectional analysis.

Prepare the top clam for inserts by adjusting hole sizes, projecting features, and refining wall thickness to fit the glommet and o-ring groove.

Design four spacers to optimize heater fit in Fusion 360, then introduce o-ring grooves using Parker ORD 5700 standards and dovetail geometry.

Design and sweep a dovetail o-ring groove around a two-clam assembly in Fusion 360, using cross-section projection and ord 5700 dimensions to ensure a proper seal.

Design heated inserts in Fusion 360, choosing square or dovetail grooves for upside-down installation, protecting the o-ring and managing wall thickness and gland depth with abs plastic and tpu grommets.

Select inch and a quarter stainless screws, align ten per side facing the same way, and review length options and no-thread replacements for a proper grommet fit and solid joints.

Design a custom 3d printed wire grommet in Fusion 360 by sketching front holes for four wires, extruding, and sealing with appropriate wall thickness.

Learn how to size, model, and inspect an O-ring in Fusion 360, covering base O-ring size, diameter calculations, spliced O-rings, and interference checks.

Explore edit in place in Fusion 360 to create an assembly context, compare associative versus non-associative edits, and manage part references, context, and versioning while building and updating assemblies.

Create and animate an exploded view in Fusion 360 by assembling inserts, o-rings, heater, spacers, and screws, using auto explode, projections, and two drawings: general assembly and exploded view.

Explore automated drawing creation in Fusion 360, including auto dimensions, center lines, datums, and exploded views, with pages and material stock considerations for 3D printing.

Export your Fusion 360 assembly in formats such as STEP, STL, 3MF, OBJ, PDF, and DWG, or export the whole assembly minus components, then verify with simulations before manufacturing.

Explore an advanced exploded view and assembly sequence animation for a 1000 watt 48 volt DC heater, project four, including tips, storyboards, and an assembly drawing.

Add an exploded view to the drawing to show how Fusion automation produces exploded and standard views from the main assembly, including storyboard pages.

Explore a gravity-fed ceramic cutting device designed in Fusion 360, featuring a ball-screw housing, linear rail, diamond blade, water cooling, and precise, low-backlash cuts.

Explore the gravity precision cutter project, review design changes like dark blue theme and hybrid default, and learn the four-part Shureline headstock assembly with helicoils and weight optimization.

Learn to source and assemble part files for a machine setup using GrabCAD downloads, SFU-1605, SBR-16 rail, and BF12 and BK12 components.

Convert unstitched surface bodies to a single solid by stitching surfaces and adjusting tolerance to remove unstitched edges, then assign materials and colors for an accurate, ready model.

Derive the base plate from the main driven part, size the 5-inch cutoff wheel and arm heights, and sketch, extrude, and assemble in Fusion with joints and a rigid group.

Set minimum and maximum motion limits, adjust the ball screw assembly with the headstock and tailstock, and ensure a rigid, centered fit with the M1 taper piece and rail.

Scale and align the five-inch piece, create center and outer cuts, add non-symmetrical troughs, project and extrude offsets, then drill number-10 through holes with clearance, and mirror features for symmetry.

Design and machine an arbor by selecting a blank, fitting the blade, and validating taper and clearance with real-life checks, CAD models, and feeler gauges.

Plan and set up mounting holes for rails and the starting arm. Use 6 mm and 5 mm holes, tap and helicoil, and verify a 15 mm depth.

Develop and finalize a two-bearing arm in fusion 360, converting the design to inch-and-a-quarter blocks, with a 32 mm outer diameter, 12 mm bore, and slip-on and threaded fits.

Design and refine a pivot arm through iterative sketches, adjusting height and clearances to ensure safe operation, proper bearing fit, and a precise tangent cut.

Sketch and finalize the pivot arm clamp and mandrel cap, assess helicoil clearance, set threaded holes (M5, possibly M4), and plan hardware, standoffs, and cooling optimizations for future work.

The lecture walks through selecting aluminum hardware and sourcing metric and inch fasteners, choosing m6 and m5 stainless steel socket head and flathead screws with precise lengths and pitches.

Learn to select and configure M5 and M6 fasteners, set 55 mm lengths, add washers or lock washers, and tighten screws for a secure, durable assembly.

Demonstrate fasteners part 3 and weight reduction by detailing A250, A194, and A32 screws with nuts and flange nuts, plus adding slots and holes to cut mass.

Finish weight-saving feet by shaping a quarter-inch radius and ensuring clearance to avoid interference. Inspect the assembly for interference, check screws and threads, and prepare the drawing.

Generate the drawing across seven sheets and identify critical points like screw hole locations. Apply tolerancing and dimensioning, organize views, and show screws and the ball screw assembly.

Demonstrates drafting a base plate assembly with outer diameter and thickness. Covers dimensioning basics, callouts, hole locations, thread details, and templates for notes and material finishes.

Explore how to manage large assemblies with external references and PLM software like Fusion Manage, implement in-house versus outsourcing strategies, and use part numbers and drawings for scalable manufacturing.

Explore 3D scanning in Fusion using RevoPoint hardware like the Morocco and Metro X, and learn why software quality and frame-by-frame capture matter.

Explore how to capture with RevoScan using Morocco and Mini, convert raw scans to clean meshes by isolating noise, fusing point clouds, smoothing, and post-processing for engineering and 3D printing.

Fuse frames to create the final point cloud, then clean up with isolation, lasso tools, and hole filling to prepare a mesh for Fusion.

Prepare a scan for Fusion by reducing mesh detail to under 100,000 triangles using a controlled ratio (95–97%), fix holes, and export as OBJ or STL for import.

Master the Fusion import workflow for scan meshes by inserting the mesh, setting units to millimeters, repairing holes, centering, and converting to a solid.

Use a mesh scan as a reference in Fusion to set up construction planes, sketches, and lofts for a bike controller housing, with attention to mesh density and performance.

Learn a practical 3d scanning workflow that captures a heart rock in 15 frames, builds a mesh, textures, reduces polygons, and creates a precise negative for a 3d printed holder.