The Complete FreeCAD Bootcamp 2025

Name: The Complete FreeCAD Bootcamp 2025
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Master FreeCAD comprehensively. Become proficient in CAD, 2D sketching, 3D modeling, assemblying, plans... from A to Z!

Created byThe Tech Courses

Last updated 1/2025

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What you'll learn

By the course's conclusion, you'll achieve complete mastery of FreeCAD, empowering you to build 3D modeling projects, tech drawings, and assemblies from scratch
You will become familiar with its interface, toolbars and basic commands, and you will master all the phases of the design, layout and configuration process
You will be able to design step by step 3D modeling geometries, understanding all the logic and ending with advanced practical examples
You will learn in a professional way the parametric and other models for 3D modeling
You will understand the fundamental concepts to be able to generate renderings and 3D printing in a professional way
You will learn the design and generation 2D tech drawings, sketches and plans, according to the standard, and above all, understanding their interpretation
You will use spreadsheets to read properties and write properties in FreeCAD
You will master all the assembly process, using all assembly options of FreeCAD
You will dominate the BIM Modelling (Building Information Modeling) in FreeCAD
You will become proficient in python scripting for creating and manipulating geometries, objects, vector, placements, and interface tools
You will be able to practice the content learned in a practical way by following all the steps in the complete exercises, assignments, and the final project
You will start with the basics and progressively carry out more complex steps until you reach an advanced level and absolute mastery at the end of the course

Course content

5 sections • 29 lectures • 7h 5m total length

Brief Introduction about FreeCAD3:29
Explore the free, open source FreeCAD, a parametric 3d cad tool for modeling real-world objects and 3d printing, with height, width, and length parameters, and learn across four course parts.
Welcome Question
FreeCad Installation (detailed installation on Windows, uninstalling)4:48
Learn to install FreeCAD on Windows, Mac, or Linux: download the installer, run as administrator, choose components and install location, with optional Python path, and how to uninstall on Windows.
Setting Basic Preferences (language, auto-load module, create new document, etc)16:13
Explore how to set basic FreeCAD preferences, including language, default units, toolbars, startup options, crash recovery, display and navigation settings, colors, workbenches, Python options, and the add-on manager.
FreeCad Interface Explanation: workbenches, interface, customizing the interface15:07
Explore the FreeCAD interface, understand the three environments, and navigate workbenches, panels, and the 3D view; customize with the add-on manager, Python scripting, and keyboard shortcuts.
Quiz for section 15:32
Engage with FreeCAD through a beginner quiz that covers what FreeCAD is, Python scripting, parametric 3d modeling, and workbenches for architectural design and mechanical parts and assemblies.
Answers of Quiz for section 14:18
Explore the answers to the FreeCAD introduction mini quiz, showing FreeCAD as a parametric 3D CAD tool with Python scripting across Windows, Mac OS, and Linux.

3D Object intro, 3D View and selecting objects10:59
Learn FreeCAD's 3d concepts, including 3d objects and the Cartesian coordinate system, and master navigating the 3d view and selecting objects with the navigation cube.
The FreeCAD Document8:52
Discover how a FreeCAD document stores all scene elements, including groups and objects, switches workbenches, and uses the tree view to organize objects with groups and names.
Parametric Objects7:20
Explore parametric objects in FreeCAD, defined by mathematical parameters that adjust size and shape. Learn about recomputation, dependency flow, and how sketches, extrusions, pads, and pockets respond to parameter changes.
FreeCAD File Types (filetype brief explanation, import and export to other file)16:03
Explore FreeCAD file types and learn how to import and export 13 formats, including step, dxf, dwg, svg, iges, and ifc, with import/export preferences and options.
Quiz for section 26:11
The complete FreeCAD bootcamp 2025 offers a section two quiz on discovering FreeCAD, testing knowledge of parametric objects, file formats, 3D view, and parameter updates.
Answers of Quiz for section 26:28
Explore FreeCAD quiz answers: parameter types include numerical values. Cover real-world sizes, coordinates, text or references, fcstd format, 3d view, automatic updates, isometric view, and importing files.

All Workbenches: Part, Draft, Sketcher, Part Design, Arch, built in workbenches32:55
Explore FreeCAD's part, sketcher, and part design workbenches, mastering primitives, boolean operations, sketch rules, and additive/subtractive tools to create and modify solid models.
Traditional modelling, the CSG (Constructive Solid Geometry) way16:49
Explore traditional constructive solid geometry in FreeCAD by building a table using boolean operations (union, subtraction, intersection) to create the feet, holes, and tabletop.
Traditional 2D drafting.21:25
Learn traditional 2d drafting in FreeCAD using the draft workbench, mastering creation, annotation, and modification tools for precise drawings with 3d context.
3D Modelling for product design22:01
Learn to model a lego-like brick in FreeCAD using the 3D modelling, part design and sketch workbenches, applying constraints, extruding, pocketing, adding holes, and patterning features.
Preparing Models for 3D printing: slic3rs, object to meshes, Cura Addon, G-code7:13
Learn to prepare FreeCAD models for 3d printing by ensuring solidity and correct dimensions, convert to meshes, and export STL for slic3rs or Cura addon that generate g-code.
Generating 2D Drawings20:36
Learn to create 2D drawings in FreeCAD using the TechDraw workbench, including setting up sheets, inserting chair views, adding dimensions and balloons, and exporting to PDF or DXF.
BIM Modeling21:45
Learn BIM modeling in FreeCAD using the Arc workbench to build a small building with walls, doors, windows, foundation, beams, and an exportable IFC file.
Using Spreadsheets (Reading properties, writing properties)11:37
Explore the FreeCAD spreadsheet workbench to read cube length, cylinder radius, and sphere radius. Write values with formulas, name cells, and link them to objects so changes update automatically.
Creating FEM (Finite Element Method) analyses and Creating renderings8:47
Learn to set up a finite element method analysis in FreeCAD's FEM workbench. Build a fused object, mesh it, apply concrete material, and run a solver to view displacement results.
Quiz for section 36:41
this mini quiz covers section 3 of the FreeCAD course, testing knowledge on workbenches, sketch to 3d conversion, 3d printing prep, bim, spreadsheets, fem, constraints, and mesh and art workbenches.
Answers of Quiz for section 38:24
Navigate FreeCAD quiz content covering part workbench 3D modeling, converting 2D sketches to 3D, ensuring watertight geometry for 3D printing, Arc workbench BIM, FEM, and mesh workbenches.

Intro: Writing Phtyon code, manipulating FreeCad objects, vector and placements20:30
Explore Python scripting in freecad, using the python console and macro editor to create and modify objects, analyze contents, and control placements and vectors through interactive commands.
Creating and manipulating geometry14:41
Learn to create and manipulate geometry in FreeCAD with Python, building from vertices to edges, wires, faces, shells, and a solid with the part workbench. Optimize the Python console.
Creating parametric objects26:14
Learn to build parametric objects in FreeCAD with Python, using a class with properties like length and width, and macros to automate rectangle creation.
Creating interface tools28:43
Learn to create FreeCAD interface tools using Python scripting and the Qt toolkit, building a GUI with labels and spin boxes to input length, width, and height.
Assignment for Section 48:22
Create a FreeCAD GUI dialog with Python using Cutie Designer, adding label, line, push buttons, and checkboxes, arranged in a grid with spacers, then load and show the interface.

Requirements

While having some basic understanding of any CAD software can be beneficial, it is not needed cause our course is designed to start from scratch
Downloading and installing FreeCAD. Don't worry if you're unfamiliar with the process – it's straightforward, free, and we'll provide detailed instructions within the course!
All you need is a decent computer and, of course, a willingness to learn!

Description

Embark on the journey to becoming a skilled FreeCAD professional – a highly sought-after skill in today's job market!

Our comprehensive course is meticulously crafted to cater to students, engineers, designers, and arquitects alike, enabling you to learn FreeCAD from scratch and apply it confidently in your professional endeavors. Regardless of your experience level, rest assured you'll gain a thorough understanding and emerge with complete mastery of the subject.

With years of experience in the engineering, we've come to recognize the paramount importance of mastering FreeCAD for the design, 3D modeling, and digitalization of any object. This open-source software opens doors to a plethora of job opportunities and economic benefits in the engineering, architecture, or design industry.

The complexity of FreeCAD has often posed a challenge for learners, but fear not – our course is designed to streamline your learning journey. Through step-by-step guidance and detailed examples, you'll quickly grasp every concept and be equipped to tackle your own projects with ease.

Featuring over 7 hours of exclusive video content, our course leaves no stone unturned. From practical exercises to theoretical insights, you'll delve into 3D modeling and CAD software world, starting from scratch and progressing methodically.

We kick off by guiding you through the installation of FreeCAD software on your computer, regardless of your operating system. From there, we cover a diverse range of topics, including:

Introduction to FreeCAD and course dynamics
Download and Install FreeCAD latest version
General familiarization with the user interface and workbench
Complete project setup and basic FreeCAD Commands and Preferences
Application and working with all workbench tools
3D modelling design and 2D tech drawing, from zero to advanced
Parametric and other models for 3D modeling
Rendering and 3D printing
Using Spreadsheets: reading properties and writing properties
Full use of Assembly in FreeCAD
2D Tech drawing
BIM Modeling (Building Information Modeling)
Python Scripting from zero to hero to create and manipulate geometries, objects, vector, placements, and interface tools
Mastery and application of absolutely ALL the functionalities of the software
Engaging in practical exercises and assignments, completing full projects, and much more!

In essence, our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and insights needed to excel in 3D modeling and CAD with FreeCAD. Join us today and take advantage of lifetime access to all course materials, along with prompt support for any queries.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills and career prospects – enroll now and start your journey towards mastering FreeCAD!

Who this course is for:

Beginners who have never used FreeCAD before
Designers, engineers, architects, students... who want to learn a new CAD and 3D modelling software
Intermediate or advanced FreeCAD students who want to improve their skills even more!

The Complete FreeCAD Bootcamp 2025

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Course content

FreeCAD Introduction6 lectures • 49min

Discovering FreeCAD6 lectures • 56min

Working With FreeCAD11 lectures • 2hr 58min

Python Scripting5 lectures • 1hr 39min

Fnal Project: Making Full 3D Modelling and Course Recap1 lecture • 43min

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