CSWA Practice Problem 1.8 – SolidWorks Tutorial for Beginners

In this SolidWorks tutorial, we walk through Practice Problem 1.8 from the CSWA exam guide. Learn how to model a fully-defined symmetric block with angled and extruded features using simple sketch tools and the Extrude Boss feature. This lesson is ideal for SolidWorks beginners who want to get comfortable with symmetry, dimensioning, and extrusion techniques. 📏 Units: MMGS 🛠 Tools Used: Sketch (Lines, Centerlines, Rectangles), Extrude Boss 🧠 Design Intent: The part’s origin location is indicated in red. The part is symmetric. All sketches are fully-defined. 🎯 Difficulty: Easy (Beginner-friendly) ✅ What you’ll learn: How to create symmetric sketches with centerlines How to apply multiple extrusions to build complex geometry Best practices for angled sketching and symmetric constraints Volume confirmation: 292,250 mm³ ⏱ Estimated Time: 10 minutes 🔗 Follow me for more tutorials and engineering content: 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/Sharmkymakerspace 🎵 TikTok: @sharmkymakerspace 🌐 All my links: campsite.bio/sharmkymakerspace ❤️ Want to support my content and future projects? 👉 patreon.com/Sharmky