Fusion Certification Course Online
This Autodesk Fusion course combines introductory and intermediate product-design work around a practical design challenge. Students develop a custom tool-kit project while practicing surfacing, plastics tools, assemblies and technical drawings. The training connects modeling decisions to manufacturability, and the published package includes a Fusion Certified User exam with a retake.
What's included
- Access to Fusion for 3 months
- Fusion Certified User exam with retake
- 60 hours of project-based instruction
- 164 training videos
- Instruction from an Autodesk Certified Instructor
- Verified digital certificate of completion
- Instruction at an ACCET-accredited school
- 6 CEUs
Overview
A 60-hour, project-based bundle covering Autodesk Fusion for product design, combining the introductory and intermediate courses. The coursework is organized around one extended design challenge, a custom trim tool kit for auto mechanics, rather than isolated exercises.
Along the way students work through surfacing, plastics tools, and multi-part assemblies, and produce assemblies, technical drawings, and production-ready designs with manufacturability in mind. The bundle prepares students for Autodesk Fusion certification and includes three months of software access.
Who this course is for
Product designers, mechanical engineers, and makers who want working Fusion skills and an Autodesk credential, from newcomers to experienced users formalizing their knowledge.
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Intro to Fusion Course Online
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Fun with Shapes
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
0:33
Become familiar with Fusion’s core modeling tools by creating freeform shapes without dimension constraints, focusing on interface navigation and tool discovery.
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Primitives
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
7:16
Create solid geometry using primitive shapes such as boxes, cylinders, coils, and spheres, while practicing orbit, pan, and zoom for model navigation.
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Design History
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
6:02
Learn how Fusion’s design history captures each modeling step and enables parametric edits that update dependent geometry.
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Sketch and Extrude
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
7:00
Create 2D sketches on construction planes and convert them into 3D solids using the extrude tool, with an introduction to sketch constraints.
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Revolve
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
3:54
Use the revolve tool to generate axis-based geometry by defining profiles and centerlines for circular forms.
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3D Text
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
1:41
Create three-dimensional text by sketching type on a plane and extruding it into solid geometry, with attention to font and extrusion limits.
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Using the Sweep Tool
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
3:37
Build complex geometry using the sweep tool by defining profile and path sketches with controlled orientation and taper options.
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Using the Loft Tool
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
2:28
Generate smooth transitional forms by lofting between multiple sketches and controlling continuity and shape blending.
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Hole and Thread
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
3:31
Add detailed features using the hole and thread tools, including drilled holes, threaded holes, and customized tap profiles.
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Modifying the Body
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
6:36
Modify geometry using Press Pull, Fillet, Shell, Combine, Split Body, and Move to refine form and manage bodies.
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Assembly
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Fusion
6:28
Organize bodies into components and assemble them using joints, grounding, and joint types that simulate real-world motion.
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Scooter Introduction
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
1:30
Begin a multi-part scooter project that applies Fusion modeling tools within a structured, real-world workflow.
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Scooter Project Setup
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
1:27
Set up the project by naming, saving, and organizing components to establish clean file management habits.
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Deck Sketch Part I
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
8:53
Create the scooter deck by sketching with offset planes, symmetry techniques, and component-based organization.
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Deck Sketch Part II
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
4:58
Refine the deck sketch using smooth curves, centerlines, fillets, and mirrored geometry for consistent proportions.
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Deck Geometry
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
2:15
Extrude the deck sketch into a solid form and apply edge fillets to define top and bottom geometry.
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Deck Appearance
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
3:27
Apply materials and decals to the deck to improve visual clarity and differentiate surfaces.
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Create Deck Rail
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
5:57
Design a structural deck rail by sketching and extruding a centered support profile along the deck length.
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Rail Notches and Fillets
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
4:28
Cut notches into the deck rail using extrude cuts and fillets to improve fit and structural realism.
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Wheel Cut and Holes
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
7:08
Create openings for wheels and braking components using construction planes and precision sketching.
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New Wheel Component
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
1:10
Create a dedicated wheel component to support clean assembly structure and multi-part modeling.
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Designing the Tire
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
5:56
Design the tire using sweep tools, controlled sketches, and appropriate material assignments.
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Hub and Rim
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
7:09
Model the wheel hub and rim by revolving sketches with wireframe visualization for internal accuracy.
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Adding the Spokes
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
11:31
Create spokes by combining mirroring, extrusion, trimming, and circular pattern tools.
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Wheel: Copy
Lesson 2: Building the Scooter Deck and Wheel
1:15
Duplicate and position wheel components using Move/Copy to complete the wheel assembly.
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Brake Setup
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
2:18
Create a brake component by activating a new component and defining construction planes for alignment.
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Brake Sketch
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
1:50
Import and align a DXF brake profile for use as a modeling reference.
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Brake Extrusion
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
3:55
Extrude the brake geometry into a solid part and apply fillets and appearance settings.
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Folding Bracket Setup
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
2:46
Create a folding bracket using Fusion’s Sheet Metal workspace and material rules.
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Bracket Geometry
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
5:22
Build a U-shaped bracket using flanges and controlled bend parameters.
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Bracket Cuts
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
5:32
Cut complex bracket geometry using imported DXF profiles and component-specific extrusions.
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Fork Setup
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
6:13
Set up angled construction planes to support front fork modeling.
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Fork Flanges
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
4:15
Create the fork using sheet metal sketches, flanges, and precise alignment techniques.
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Fork Details
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
8:33
Add structural cutouts and angled features to the fork using sketch mirroring and fillets.
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Wheel Assembly
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
8:46
Assemble the scooter by joining components with joints that simulate rotation and movement.
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Mid Term
Lesson 3: Advanced Components and Assemblies
8:33
Generate a professional PDF drawing set with views, dimensions, and title blocks for midterm submission.
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Explore Components
Lesson 4: Designing the Neck and Stem Assembly
4:01
Review browser organization and activate the neck component to prepare for additional modeling.
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Neck Tube
Lesson 4: Designing the Neck and Stem Assembly
6:06
Create the neck tube using the pipe tool and controlled sketch paths.
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Neck Rings
Lesson 4: Designing the Neck and Stem Assembly
6:14
Add support rings to the neck tube using revolve features and fillets.
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Neck Connector
Lesson 4: Designing the Neck and Stem Assembly
6:21
Import a DXF connector profile, extrude it, shell the interior, and refine the shape with fillets.
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Widen Neck Tube
Lesson 4: Designing the Neck and Stem Assembly
4:50
Modify earlier features to widen the neck tube and observe parametric updates throughout the model.
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Modeling the Stem Part 1
Lesson 4: Designing the Neck and Stem Assembly
3:34
Create the first stem section using angled construction planes and pipe geometry.
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Modeling the Stem Part 2
Lesson 4: Designing the Neck and Stem Assembly
7:06
Build the upper stem using a second construction plane and precise sketch paths.
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Stem Holes
Lesson 4: Designing the Neck and Stem Assembly
8:09
Add aligned holes to Stem A and Stem B using tangent planes, sketch patterns, and the hole tool.
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Clamp T Shape
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
9:50
Design the clamp by sketching and extruding a T-shaped profile as a new component.
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Clamp Connectors
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
8:22
Extend the clamp with centered connector arms using offsets and construction geometry.
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Connector Refinement
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
6:13
Refine the clamp with mirrored cutouts and symmetrical detailing.
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Clamp Hole
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
2:44
Add mounting holes using midpoints, construction lines, and circular sketches.
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Creating a Realistic Handlebar
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
4:44
Design the handlebar using extrusion and shell tools for lightweight geometry.
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Fusion Form Tool
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
4:37
Explore Fusion’s Form environment to bend, stretch, and sculpt freeform geometry.
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Fusion Surfaces
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
5:32
Use surface modeling tools to create thin-walled forms and manage edge sharpness.
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Form Dimensions
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
2:54
Combine dimensional sketches with form tools to balance precision and freeform shaping.
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Handlebar Grip 1
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
9:26
Create a custom grip using form tools and ring-based sculpting techniques.
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Handlebar Grip 2
Lesson 5: Clamps, Forms, and Final Touches
1:00
Mirror the grip to create a second handle with precise alignment.
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Brake Assembly
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
5:27
Assemble the brake using joints that simulate realistic mechanical motion.
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Folding Bracket Assembly
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
4:52
Assemble the folding bracket using revolute joints with defined motion limits.
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Neck Assembly
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
2:30
Apply best practices for assembling multiple components around a pivot point.
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Stem A Assembly
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
2:11
Align Stem A using joint origins and constrained sliding motion.
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Fork Assembly
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
2:25
Join fork components using consistent alignment tools and coordinate systems.
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Investigate Joints
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
3:02
Inspect and refine joint behavior using Fusion’s joint inspection tools.
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Stem B Assembly
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
6:07
Assemble Stem B with vertical sliding motion using offsets and joint limits.
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Clamp and Handlebar Assembly
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
3:55
Assemble cylindrical components such as clamps and handlebars using center-based alignment.
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Grip Assembly
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
5:57
Integrate handlebar grips without disrupting existing geometry using face-based alignment.
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Assembly Housekeeping
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
0:36
Clean up the timeline and component structure to prepare the model for presentation.
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Render Setup
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
3:49
Set up the Render workspace by selecting materials, environments, and lighting.
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Rendering
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
4:29
Create photorealistic renders by adjusting cameras, lighting, and surface appearances.
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Explore Animation
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
3:26
Animate the model using exploded views and component motion to communicate function.
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Scooter Animation
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
11:52
Create step-by-step animations that demonstrate assembly or mechanical movement.
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Drawing Cover Sheet
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
2:52
Set up a technical drawing set with cover pages, title blocks, and metadata.
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Creating Sheet 1
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
5:51
Create detailed component drawings with views, sections, dimensions, and annotations.
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Breakout Section View
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
0:45
Use breakout section views to reveal internal geometry.
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Creating Sheet 2
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
4:03
Expand the drawing set with additional views and labeled dimensions.
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Customizing Views
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
6:01
Customize view orientations, isolate components, and manage visibility for clarity.
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Finalizing and Exporting
Lesson 6: Assembly, Animation, and Documentation
4:24
Finalize drawings and export a complete PDF set, including flat patterns and bend tables for sheet metal parts.
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Intermediate Fusion Course Online
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Toolbox Overview
Lesson 1: Introduction to Advanced Workflows
3:30
Explore the overall toolbox project structure and how Fusion surfacing tools are used to model the base, lid, tray, and compartments.
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Surfacing Basics
Lesson 1: Introduction to Advanced Workflows
6:49
Build confidence with core surfacing tools by patching, extruding, stitching, and managing normals to create clean, editable geometry.
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Advanced Surfacing
Lesson 1: Introduction to Advanced Workflows
12:15
Shape complex geometry using guide rails, curvature-continuous surfaces, and intersected sketches to refine surfaces into manufacturable solids.
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Fusion Cloud Setup
Lesson 1: Introduction to Advanced Workflows
1:29
Configure Fusion cloud hubs and projects to organize, store, and collaborate on CAD files.
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Project Initialization
Lesson 1: Introduction to Advanced Workflows
4:01
Set up the dedicated toolbox project and import DXF data to establish a clean, repeatable modeling workflow.
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Base Construction
Lesson 1: Introduction to Advanced Workflows
5:58
Create the primary toolbox base by extruding surfaces, applying draft angles, and organizing bodies for manufacturability.
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Patch & Split
Lesson 1: Introduction to Advanced Workflows
5:12
Connect and refine surfaces using Patch, normal management, and region splitting to form pockets and structural feet.
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Side Panel Creation
Lesson 1: Introduction to Advanced Workflows
15:08
Construct all four side panels using offset planes, projected sketches, split operations, and targeted patching.
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Complete Stitching
Lesson 1: Introduction to Advanced Workflows
3:05
Stitch the model into a unified surface body while resolving continuity and alignment issues.
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Surface Cleanup
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
10:00
Analyze planar surfaces, rebuild clean patches, and evaluate curvature to improve overall model quality.
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Stitch Refinement
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
1:29
Re-stitch consolidated surfaces to restore a single continuous base body with clean connections.
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Solid Conversion Demo
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
4:54
Compare hollow surfaces and solid bodies while testing multiple strategies for solid conversion.
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Surface Thicken
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
3:27
Convert the surface body into a solid using Thicken while maintaining consistent wall thickness.
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Material Assignment
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
3:30
Apply physical materials and appearances to simulate polyethylene construction and realistic mass properties.
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Fillet Detailing
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
2:30
Round exterior edges to improve ergonomics and aesthetics while maintaining internal compatibility.
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Lid Lip Creation
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
4:29
Form a sealing lip using offset sketches and precise extrusions to create a clean, integrated top edge.
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Performance Tuning
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
1:17
Improve Fusion performance by adjusting graphics settings for smoother navigation of complex geometry.
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Compartment Webs
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
7:58
Add internal dividers and tray supports using sketches and the Web feature with manufacturable spacing.
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Design History Setup
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
10:38
Restore missing structure by rewinding the timeline and inserting a root component retroactively.
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Latch Modeling 1
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
6:09
Begin shaping the front latch by sketching and extruding symmetrical geometry on the toolbox face.
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Latch Modeling 2
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
3:34
Enhance latch usability by adding ergonomic cutouts and recessed geometry through timeline edits.
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Latch Modeling 3
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
7:41
Finalize latch geometry using adaptive extrusions to create clean engagement surfaces.
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Naming & Organization
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
2:34
Improve long-term maintainability by renaming sketches, planes, and features with consistent conventions.
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Hinge Modeling 1
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
8:38
Build the hinge foundation using orthographic sketches, reference geometry, and symmetric extrusions.
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Hinge Modeling 2
Lesson 2: Modeling the Toolbox Base
4:03
Hollow, mirror, and merge hinge bodies to form a functional rotational connection.
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Lid Component Setup
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
4:22
Create a lid component by extruding walls from the base profile with controlled taper angles.
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Lid Top Surface
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
1:04
Patch the lid opening with chained boundaries and corrected normals for clean exterior geometry.
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Lid Transition Setup
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
3:44
Prepare the lid contour by splitting interior faces and defining transition geometry.
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Transition Sketches
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
5:46
Generate precise transition sketches using intersected profiles to drive surface patches.
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Transition Patches
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
1:54
Patch transition profiles and align normals to prepare surfaces for stitching.
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Delete Upper Surfaces
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
1:54
Simplify the lid model by removing unnecessary surfaces before final blending.
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Undo Drag Components
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
0:52
Prevent unintended component movement by managing capture and revert prompts correctly.
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Fill & Stitch Surfaces
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
4:20
Close transition gaps by patching and stitching surfaces into a watertight lid body.
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Fillet & Thicken Lid
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
2:15
Soften lid edges with curved fillets and thicken the surface into a solid.
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Fitment Check
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
6:01
Verify lid-to-base fit using section views and refine clearances with Combine-Cut operations.
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Lid Logo Add
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
4:04
Integrate branding by projecting, extruding, and filleting a DXF logo on the lid.
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Hinge Insert Creation
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
3:14
Build internal hinge inserts by projecting geometry and organizing cylindrical bodies.
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Lid Hinge Modeling
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
6:41
Mirror and combine hinge components to complete the upper hinge geometry.
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Hinge Opening Cut
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
5:38
Create snap-fit hinge slots using angled cuts for smooth lid engagement.
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Lid Material Setup
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
1:58
Assign clear polycarbonate material to simulate a transparent manufactured lid.
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Lid Assembly Joint
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
3:48
Assemble the lid and base using a revolute joint with angular limits.
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Midterm Drawings
Lesson 3: Modeling the Toolbox Lid
11:25
Produce a drawing package with views, annotations, and a custom title block.
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Trim Tools Overview
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
2:21
Review the five trim tools and compare form modeling versus parametric surfacing approaches.
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Edit Form Basics
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
4:25
Experiment with Edit Form tools to manipulate T-spline faces, edges, and vertices.
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Finish Form Errors
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
2:07
Diagnose and resolve form errors by identifying self-intersections and fixing topology.
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Plane Form Control
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
4:47
Study curvature behavior by shaping a form plane and adjusting edge proximity.
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Trim Tool Setup
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
0:36
Prepare Trim Tool 1 by creating boundary sketches and reference geometry.
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Guideline Sketching
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
4:55
Define tool thickness and growth paths using guideline offset sketches.
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Form Box Creation
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
10:57
Sculpt Trim Tool 1 from a T-spline box using symmetry and control edges.
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Hole & Material Setup
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
5:26
Add pegboard mounting holes and apply nylon material for realistic behavior.
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Trim Tool 2 Forming
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
2:45
Build Trim Tool 2 by shaping a fork profile with added faces and creases.
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Plane & Faces
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
9:44
Thicken and taper Trim Tool 2 to produce a functional solid form.
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Hole & Appearances
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
3:51
Finish Trim Tool 2 by cutting holes, applying fillets, and standardizing materials.
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Trim Tool 3 Setup
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
2:27
Set up Trim Tool 3 using sketches and reference planes for form sculpting.
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Crowbar Shape Modeling
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
5:17
Sculpt a crowbar-style tool using minimal T-spline faces and reinforced geometry.
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Form Feature Additions
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
8:01
Add pegboard holes, chamfers, fillets, and a fastener notch with symmetric cuts.
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Trim Tool 4 Forming
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
10:25
Model Trim Tool 4 by extruding a side profile and refining a scoop-style tip.
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Finishing Touches
Lesson 4: Modeling Trim Tools 1-4
1:58
Apply nylon material, cut mounting holes, and fillet edges for a finished tool.
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Trim Tool 5 Setup
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
4:02
Begin Trim Tool 5 using boundary sketches and a revolved handle profile.
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Handle Appearance
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
1:00
Apply polypropylene material and select surface finishes for the handle.
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Handle Grip Modeling
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
2:46
Improve ergonomics by revolving and patterning a DXF grip cut around the handle.
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Shank Construction
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
6:16
Create the shank with a swept square profile and merge it into the handle cavity.
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Tool Tip Modeling
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
2:22
Extrude the DXF tip into the shank and refine transition geometry.
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Solid to Surface Workflow
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
5:23
Convert the solid tip into surfaces and rebuild curvature using patch techniques.
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Transition Surfacing
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
10:14
Blend tip and shank using tangent transition surfaces and trimmed intersections.
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Handle Move Fix
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
2:56
Reposition the handle through timeline edits to ensure proper alignment.
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Finalize Trim Tool 5
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
2:28
Complete Trim Tool 5 with fillets, metal finishes, and final color adjustments.
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Load Tools into Toolbox
Lesson 5: Modeling Trim Tool 5
7:53
Place all five trim tools into the toolbox and verify spacing with wireframe views.
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Lock Tool Positions
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
2:35
Lock tools in place using rigid as-built joints to maintain assembly stability.
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Tool Tray Component Setup
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
0:54
Activate the Tool Tray component and prepare a clean modeling environment.
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Tray Side Surfacing
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
8:35
Offset toolbox surfaces to create tray walls and repair cutouts with Extend.
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Convert Tray to Solid
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
1:03
Patch and stitch tray boundaries into a watertight solid body.
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Trim Tool 5 Recess
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
5:19
Cut recessed tool pockets by projecting outlines and offsetting clearances.
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Recesses for Tools 1-4
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
10:11
Clean projected outlines and extrude symmetric recesses for all tools.
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Shell the Tray
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
1:28
Shell the tray interior to reduce material while preserving strength.
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Add Tray Tabs
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
4:49
Add mirrored lifting tabs and fillets for improved tray handling.
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Tray Material Assignment
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
0:34
Apply clear polycarbonate material to the tray for realistic rendering.
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Latch Refinement
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
7:29
Rebuild latch geometry using projected edges and symmetric cuts.
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Toolbox Base Cleanup
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
8:02
Refine the toolbox base by removing artifacts and reapplying fillets.
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Render Workspace Setup
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
5:22
Prepare the assembly for rendering by assigning materials and adjusting lighting.
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Cloud Rendering
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
2:03
Generate a high-quality cloud render using Fusion’s native rendering tools.
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Latch Tab Addition
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
4:58
Add a missing latch tab by projecting base geometry and extruding a refined feature.
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Open Lid Rendering
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
1:50
Create a dynamic interior render by opening the lid and re-orienting the model.
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Prep for Drawings
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
0:35
Save and organize the model in preparation for engineering drawings.
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Cover Sheet Setup
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
4:21
Create a drawing coversheet with a rendered image and customized title block.
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Parts List Sheet
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
3:41
Add a second drawing sheet with an isometric view and an auto-generated parts list.
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Detail Sheets Creation
Lesson 6: Finalizing, Rendering, & Exporting
12:39
Quickly generate detailed component drawings by duplicating views and isolating parts.
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Curriculum
What you'll learn
- Master the fundamentals of Fusion, including parametric modeling, assemblies, and design workflows
- Develop advanced skills in surfacing, plastics tools, and multi-body modeling for complex designs
- Create and manage professional-grade assemblies and technical drawings for manufacturing
- Apply simulation tools to test designs under real-world conditions and optimize performance
- Design user-focused, ergonomic products with manufacturability and functionality in mind
- Prepare for the Autodesk Certified Professional exam with practical, project-based learning
Course outline
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Intro to Fusion Course Online 30 hours
Learn how to design precise 3D product models and build multi-component assemblies using Autodesk Fusion. This course will teach you to efficiently model, render, and document your designs for real-world manufacturing and presentation.
- Create and manipulate complex 3D product models using Fusion’s core parametric tools
- Build multi-component assemblies with accurate dimensioning and material assignment
- Use design history to efficiently revise and iterate on your projects
- Produce high-quality renderings and animations to visually communicate design
- Generate detailed 2D drawings for professional manufacturing documentation
- Gain practical experience by modeling a complete product—an electric scooter
- Explore tools for sketching, extrusion, sweeping, and sheet metal design workflows
- Learn to work efficiently with the latest version of Autodesk Fusion
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Intermediate Fusion Course Online 30 hours
This course takes your Autodesk Fusion skills to the next level by teaching advanced modeling techniques through a real-world design challenge. You'll create a custom trim tool kit, mastering surfacing, plastics tools, and assembly workflows to produce professional, manufacturing-ready designs.
- Master advanced surfacing and plastics tools in Autodesk Fusion
- Create and manage complex assemblies using linked components
- Design and model a multi-part product with toolbox, tray, and tools
- Generate professional-grade product designs for manufacturing
- Refine modeling skills by creating durable components for real-world use
Course Reviews
Is this course right for you?
This program fits makers, product designers and engineers who want Fusion skills through an extended project. Compare the SOLIDWORKS CSWA course if your workplace or target role uses SOLIDWORKS instead; choose the application that matches the design workflow you plan to enter.
Which Fusion exam does the package include?
VDCI lists the Autodesk Certified User exam in Fusion with a retake. Course completion and passing the certification exam are separate outcomes.