what does the extrude tool do?
turns your 2d sketch into a 3d model
what does the revolve tool do
revolves around an axis
what does the symbol of an O with a strike through it mean
diameter
what does the shell tool do
it lets you duplicate your sketch at a smaller/bigger scale on the inside/outside of your sketch
what do dimensions help you understand?
how tall/long your 3 model should be, just telling you the right size of the items you’re making
why would you use the shell tool in CAD?
to make items like a pot, that’s empty on the inside, or something that’s thin and isn’t a solid object
what does a centre line look like
it is made up of a dash, then a dot, and repeated. it kind of looks like – .–.–.–.–
what is a construction line
it is a faint line that’s used for sketches
what is an outline
it is a thicker line that is used to outline your drawing after sketching
what is a centre line used on
circles/ cylinders.
what does a fold line do
indicates on a sketch/drawing where an item will fold