Onshape Fundamentals
RoboArm 2026 uses cloud-based Onshape for mechanical modeling and assemblies. Complete these foundational courses from the Onshape Fundamentals Learning Path before Workshop 3: CAD
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The modules below are only the essential baseline needed for the CAD workshops.
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1. Introduction to Onshape
Estimated total time: ~2 hours 25 minutes
Onshape Hands-On Test Drive⏱ 1 hr
Get familiar with cloud CAD basics by creating basic 3D features and editing parametric geometry.
Navigating Onshape⏱ 45 min
Understand the Documents page, project organization, folder structures, and permissions.
Navigating a Document⏱ 30 min
View navigation controls, 3D orbit, View Cube options, and managing Part Studio, Assembly, and Drawing tabs.
10 Essential Onshape Tips⏱ 10 min
Productivity essentials including shortcut toolbars (S key), selection tools, and display settings.
2. CAD Fundamentals
Estimated total time: ~4 hours
Introduction to Sketching⏱ 1 hr
Create 2D sketch geometry, apply dimensional constraints, and fully define sketch entities.
Introduction to Part Studios⏱ 2 hrs
Build solid 3D bodies using Extrude, Revolve, Fillet, and Chamfer within a multi-part Part Studio environment.
Introduction to Onshape Assemblies⏱ 1 hr
Insert components, define degrees of freedom with Mate Connectors (Fastened, Revolute, Slider), and set limits.
3. Data Management
Estimated total time: ~1 hour (Required: 30 min)
Importing and Exporting Data⏱ 30 min
Import neutral CAD formats (STEP, IGES, Parasolid) into documents and export parts or drawings to STEP, STL, and DXF/DWG.
Collaboration in Onshape⏱ 30 minOptional
Simultaneous multi-user editing, branch and merge workflows, version milestones, and document commenting.