Creo Parametric 12.4 with Videos for Engineers and Designers

Creo Parametric is a powerful, industry-standard 3D CAD solution known for its robust parametric and feature-based modeling capabilities. It allows you to create, analyze, and iterate designs with precision, enabling the development of high-quality products faster and more efficiently.

The examples and tutorials are used in this textbook to ensure that the users can relate the knowledge of this book with the actual mechanical industry designs. Every chapter begins with a tools section that provides a brief information of the Creo Parametric tools. This approach allows the user to use this book initially as a learning tool and then as a reference material.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
● Develop precise 3D models using advanced sketching and modeling tools.
● Build and manage assemblies with proper component relationships.
● Generate detailed 2D drawings with dimensions and BOM.
● Understand bidirectional associativity between models and drawings.
● Apply design concepts to real-world mechanical engineering projects.

WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR
This book is ideal for engineering students, mechanical designers, and professionals who want to master 3D modeling and design using Creo Parametric 12.4. It is also suitable for beginners looking to build a strong foundation in part, assembly, and drawing creation. Instructors can use it as a teaching guide, while industry practitioners can benefit from real-world projects and practical exercises to enhance their skills and improve design efficiency in professional workflows.

1. Introduction to Creo Parametric 12.4
2. Creating Sketches in the Sketch Mode-I
3. Creating Sketches in the Sketch Mode-II
4. Creating Base Features
5. Datums
6. Options Aiding Construction of Parts-I
7. Options Aiding Construction of Parts-II
8. Options Aiding Construction of Parts-III
9. Advanced Modeling Tools
10. Assembly Modeling
11. Generating, Editing, and Modifying the Drawing Views
12. Dimensioning the Drawing Views
13. Other Drawing Options
14. Working with Sheetmetal Components
15. Surface Modeling
16. Introduction to Mold Design
17. Concepts of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Prof. Sham Tickoo is currently working as a Professor at Purdue University, USA. He received MS in Industrial Technology from Northern Illinois University, Illinois, USA; MS in Industrial and Management Engineering from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, USA; and BS in Mechanical Engineering from NIT, Srinagar, India. Before joining Purdue University in 1987, Prof. Tickoo has worked as a Design Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, and Software Developer. Prof. Tickoo has authored/co-authored textbooks on several major CAD/CAE/Animation software packages like SolidWorks, CATIA, Pro/Engineer, NX, AutoCAD, Customizing AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, Solid Edge, 3ds Max, 3ds Max Design, Autodesk Inventor, Mechanical Desktop, and VIZ. In addition to North America, his textbooks have been translated and published in Russia, Japan, India, South Korea, and Serbia. Prof. Tickoo has obtained over $24 Million software grant from ANSYS, IBM, and Siemens.