Name: SOLIDWORKS SURFACING Fundamentals for CAD Professionals
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Created byJohno Ellison

Last updated 3/2026

English

What you'll learn

Learn what SolidWorks Surface Modelling is and how to use it
Understand the SolidWorks surfacing tools
Use the Surfacing to create SolidWorks surface models
Gain an understanding of how Surfacing can be used together with Solid Modelling to widen your CAD skillset

Course content

8 sections • 22 lectures • 2h 39m total length

Introduction and How to Use the Course3:08
A quick introduction to the course and how to get the most out of it.
Introduction to SolidWorks Surfacing11:41
In this video we introduce the concept of Surface Modelling and create a very simple example model, as well as looking at why Surface Modelling might be used.

More Extruded Surfaces5:09
In this video we start making the Candlestick Holder model and explore more Extruded Surfaces
Trimming Surfaces4:48
In this video we develop the Candlestick holder model further by removing surfaces using Surface Trim
Ruled Surface5:43
In this video we see how Ruled Surface can be used to extend existing surfaces.
Fillets and Thicken4:26
This video shows how to create surface fillets and how to turn surfaces into solids by using the Thicken feature.

Revolved and Lofted Surfaces8:36
In this lecture we start creating the paint sprayer model using Revolves Surfaces and basic Lofted Surfaces.
Swept Surfaces13:32
This video introduces Swept Surfaces - a very powerful tool that allows complex surfaces. We create two Swept features, both using guide curves.
More Advanced Lofted Surfaces & Split Lines7:03
In this video we develop the model further by connecting the previous surface bodies using more advanced Lofted Surfaces. To help create these we use the Split Line tool to split surfaces down into into multiple smaller faces.
Filled Surface4:41
In this video we close the hole in the surface model by first Knitting the surfaces together, then using the Filled surface tool to patch the gap. We also explore the use of 'Pull Points' to control the Filled Surface more accurately.
Planar Surfaces and Finishing the Sprayer4:58
In this video we finish off the Sprayer model by closing the outer shell using both Planar Surfaces and also Mirrored Surface Bodies. We also explore the differences between Thickening and Knitting a model, as two different ways to create solids.

Setting up the Spoon Model12:15
In this video we create the construction sketches which will be used to create the Spoon using various surfacing techniques.
Creating the Spoon Surface Model7:07
In this video we use the sketches created in the previous video along a Boundary Surface and Lofted Surfaces to make the Spoon shape. We also learn how to use the Selection Manager and the Extend Surface tool, before Trimming the Spoon shape and Thickening it to create a solid.

Surface Flatten9:40
This video shows how the Surface Flatten tool can be used.
Surface from Mesh5:40
This video briefly explains the Surface from Mesh tool.
Freeform Surfacing6:31
This video explains the Freeform tool - a very powerful way to create organic shapes within SolidWorks
Cut with Surface and Thickened Cut3:33
This video shows how to use a surface to create cuts on solid bodies, as well as how to create Thickened Cuts.

Requirements

Students should have a copy of SolidWorks
Students should be able to use SolidWorks to a basic level

Description

Level up your SolidWorks skills by mastering the fundamentals of Surface Modelling!

SolidWorks is one of the world's most popular 3D CAD programs, used by millions to design everything from 3D-printed toys to fully-working mechanical vehicles. Yet many users never venture beyond Solid Modelling — missing out on a powerful set of tools that can transform what they're able to create.
This course changes that, teaching you the fundamentals of Surface Modelling and expanding your CAD toolkit in the process.

Why this course is different

Beginner-friendly, step-by-step progression. Switching to Surface Modelling can feel daunting, but this course starts from the very basics and builds gradually — so you always understand not just how to use each tool, but why.
Taught by a working professional. Your instructor has used SolidWorks since 2006, holds SolidWorks Certified Associate and Professional qualifications, and works daily as a Product Design Engineer — designing real products for real clients. No academic-only experience here.
Learn how Surfacing fits the real world. Advanced modellers rarely use pure Solid or pure Surface Modelling — the best results come from mixing both. This course shows you how to blend the two approaches effectively.
Built on thousands of students' feedback. This course builds on the instructor's other bestselling SolidWorks courses, refined using feedback from over 30,000 Udemy students.

What's included

2.5+ hours of high-quality video
Downloadable models for every section
Prompt support from your instructor — post a question and we'll get back to you

What you'll learn

You'll work through a series of detailed, practical projects covering the full range of SolidWorks Surfacing tools:

Introduction to Surfacing — Creating simple surface models and converting them to solids
Deleting and Moving Faces — Two deceptively simple tools that are incredibly useful in everyday modelling
Basic Surfacing – Candlestick Holder — Extruded and ruled surfaces, trimming, knitting and thickening
Advanced Surfacing Tools – Paint Sprayer — Surface revolves, lofts, sweeps, and filled and planar surfaces
Boundary Surface & More – Vacuum Cleaner Nozzle — The powerful Boundary Surface tool and offset surfaces
Practising Surfacing – Spoon Model — Recapping boundary and lofted surfaces, plus extending, trimming and thickening
Other Surfacing Tools — Surface flatten, surface from mesh, freeform and cut with surface
Course Conclusion and Future Learning

A note on versions

The course is taught in SolidWorks 2022 and is compatible with any newer version. Older versions can also be used — the core techniques remain the same.

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Who this course is for:

Exisiting SolidWorks users who are already comfortable with Solid Modelling and now want to explore Surface Modelling

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Course content

Introduction to SolidWorks Surfacing2 lectures • 15min

Deleting and Moving Faces2 lectures • 16min

Basic Surfacing - A Candlestick Holder4 lectures • 20min

More Advanced Surfacing Tools - Creating a Paint Sprayer5 lectures • 39min

Boundary Surface & Other Tools - Creating a Vacuum Cleaner Nozzle2 lectures • 21min

Practicing Surfacing by Creating a Spoon Model2 lectures • 19min

Other Surfacing Tools4 lectures • 25min

Course Conclusion1 lecture • 4min

Requirements

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