Whats next after 16 tutorials?

WATCH NEXT: • Bodies And Components ...
We could do some more advanced part modeling, try some assemblies or even some drafting tutorials. There's also CAE which is available in Fusion 360. I'm looking forward to doing some materials and metallurgy videos but go ahead and give me a steer. Leave a comment.
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[@erndiggity2]

I'd like to see an intermediate/advanced part modeling series, the blueprint reading, the assembling parts to a whole unit, and not mentioned was how one would put together a blueprint for a functional part. Hobbyists at home aren't usually given design specifications but must cobble up something themselves.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Ernest, thankyou for the feedback, you have listed all the projects I'm currently working on, that's exactly what I want to do next.

[@rodrigofaria4884]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 I am interested!

[@cleggy82]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 I'm subscribed and ready to go!

[@shawnhuk]

I went through all 16 lessons a couple months ago, and found out a friend of mine is in the middle of your course as well, by fluke chance. I was telling him how I really hope you continue making lessons into the more intermediate levels. Your teaching method is very patient and effective. The repeaticious approach is really the only way I actually retain information. As well as being able to print the drawing and practice on my own. Please do more.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks shawnhuk, that's really encouraging. I hope you've found the intermediate tutorials on my channel, they are in another playlist which is slowly being added to.

[@gangleweed]

Being a retired and golden oldie, and an inventor to boot, this series has been..... is being..... a steep learning curve and a valuable way to keep my marbles from calcifying from lack of use.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Using software is almost as good as writing software code. A couple of my sons are in that line of work and I'm sure they'll be sharper at my age.

[@jacobnoll8213]

Thank you SO MUCH for these absolutely incredible tutorials. They were engaging, incredibly informative, and so easy to follow. I loved them so much that I completed all 16 of these in a single day - and had a ton of fun doing so. Your method of teaching is excellent, and I wish I could have you as a professor! I am eager for more intermediate/advanced tutorials, as I am interested in modeling parts for my future 3D printer! Again, thank you for the time, energy, and effort you put into this!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

You are so welcome! I'm planning those intermediate ones.

[@jamesrayner8337]

Thanks for these great videos which have been clear and straight forward to follow. I look forward to checking out your others. Thanks again :)

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thankyou James.

[@prestonengebretson2920]

Hola Arnold, Thanks so much for this fine series of tutorials..I have learned more in these that I did in a couple of days than in months of trying to follow others...hope you get to do more soon.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thankyou Preston, good on ya, its been a year but I'm working on new stuff now.

[@iiorexoii]

Thank you, that was really fun and easy to follow! I feel so much more confident with the software now. Perhaps you might be interested in rolling out some more advanced tutorials?

[@rodrigofaria4884]

Thank you Arnold for these great sequences of videos. I really appreciate it.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

My pleasure, I'll keep at it, thanks.

[@nicusorene1472]

Congraulations and many thanks for a well structured introduction in the CAD programming!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Glad to have you on the channel Nicursor. Did you see the intermediate tutorials? kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5jFaKCohLGLnNU

[@glennyee5607]

Thanks for sharing all your knowledge....Fantastic job!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thankyou Glenn, all the best for your journey from here on! Did you see that there are a few more tutorials on my channel? Take a look if you have the time and inclination. www.youtube.com/@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360/playlists

[@Orkneyshooter]

I worked through the 16 tutorials and greatly enjoyed them. You are a very inspiring person and I really look forward to more!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Awesome! Thank you! There is more on the way.

[@Benutzername0000]

thanks for the course, i hope you'll continue making videos some day soon.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Life gets in the way Mitnichten, but I have plans and I'm certainly looking forward to getting back to this. Thanks for your comment.

[@In0vat0r]

I’ve been using Fusion 360 for about five years and really appreciated your clear and simple explanations and examples. What I’d love to see next are tutorial series on Fusion’s surfacing, rendering and animation capabilities.

[@richardkay1372]

Hi Arnold, just finished you 16 part course, very easy to follow and enjoyed it all. Hope you continue with more as would happily follow along.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks, will do, there's more in the pipeline.

[@SimplyUnderConstruction]

Wow - the way the message is delivered really got me interested in design engineering. Thank you Mr. Rowntree for your effort for all these tutorial videos.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks Jeremiah, its my pleasure

[@davebugge5238]

Thank you for the 16 part tutorial. By far it was the best Fusion tutorial I have done. I would really enjoy more tutorials including joining components including movements and materials. I look forward to your future videos.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thankyou Dave! I'm on it, keep an eye out for exactly those items. The first ones are published, they are in another playlist on my channel and you've anticipated the next few.

[@morgancaughlin5298]

Mr. Rowntree, your tutorials are excellent and have been extremely helpful. Thank you so much!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

You're very welcome!

[@blazer9940]

Great videos followed the 16 videos, was struggling with CAD but now feeling really confident with fusion 360! Much appreciated!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Congratulations on learning a new skill! Put it to good use.

[@wsr3d86]

Thank you for the tutorials. Absolute beginner, was able to complete your 16 part tutorials without too much pain. Home hobbyist looking to design for 3d printing. Regards Paul UK

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Fantastic, you'll be a step ahead of me with 3D printing.

[@kelvincope6255]

Thanks Arnold for this great series of tutorials. I have enjoyed learning and practicing the different ones. This series is the best I have found for Fusion 360 and I look forward to future series/tutorials that you produce. A tutorial on how to transfer a design to the stage of where it can be transferred to a CNC machine would be great. Also, how to join multiple components together to form a complete model and being able to add fixings and fasteners. I want to be able to use Fusion 360 to design my wood working project. Keep up the good work.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

That's very kind Kelvin and thanks for the suggestions. I'm giving CNC a lot of thought and I have a plan to start on assembling components very soon. Furniture would be a great avenue, I think I'll take you up on that one later. That would be inspiring.

[@monjier]

Just finished everything. I'll be using CAD for jewellery design to cast custom parts and pieces. Thank you a lot. I'd also be interested in intermediate and advanced stuff. Yay

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for sharing TK, will you show us some of your work when you're ready? You could post some pics on the Future Engineering Facebook page. facebook.com/Futr.Engineering Did you see the intermediate playlist on the channel? This shows you the basics of assemblies. kzbin.info/aero/PLFCTgdiT5-kJErMn7E3Cq9gaaoeQg9NTf

[@lewiscobb7817]

Greetings from Canada Arnold ! Excellent series on Fusion 360 and I'm looking forward to more. You being a "real" prof will really add to the quality of your videos. I'm a retired electronics engineer and have been teaching myself Fusion 360 for some time but I also "spread the love" locally whenever I can with the local Makerspace putting on little tutorials and seminars. I've posted a link to your series on our local forum so the new guys can come up to speed quickly. Cheers.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thankyou Lewis, I'm delighted to hear its helping but I'm glad you put "real" in inverted commas! The Makerspace guys are probably interested in 3D printing and file types. I'll brush up. With winter coming they're likely to be indoors and tinkering. Not so here in Australia, I just broke out in a sweat after some exercise.

[@g4ster1]

Thank you so much for your series. I was homeschooled as well. I like that I can get a solid understanding of things from your valuable series.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Welcome Gabriel, I'm sure you'll put your new tools to good use.

[@olayiwolajames3200]

Thanks for this wonderful tutorial. I finished the 16 parts tutorial. I'm really looking forward to the intermediate and advanced ones. What set your tutorials apart from others is learning it from an engineering point of View instead from a hobbyist or a designer. Just exactly how I love it. Thanks again for the tutorial.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Congratulations on getting through the 16 Olayiwola! Keep learning. Glad to have you here.

[@WillardsChips]

Wow Arnold, great Fusion tutorials!!! I was very intimidated by Fusion 360, but you made it very easy, thanks a million!!!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Good on you W'sCs, congratulations on getting through those. Did you see the other playlists on the channel? The components playlist is next unless you've seen them already. www.youtube.com/@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360/playlists

[@doctorjekyl20]

Just discovered your youtube channel and i love watching the videos. I'm a mechanical engineer to trade and when i was an apprentice there wasn't any CAD, CAM or CAE, we done everything on a drawing board with a pencil and a T-square. I still use a drawing board as the first stage in the process of getting an idea out of my head and creating a visual peice. All that aside i think your tutorials are brilliant and you have definately got my interest. I hope you continue to make more videos as you have a fantastic style of teaching. All the very best.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thankyou Dr Jekyll! I'm encouraged. Believe it or not there is still a place for pencils, most designs are at least sketched before anyone flips the screen on and its hopeless if the sketcher doesn't understand the discipline.

[@savinglivesofourown]

I paused this video - it answered my "what's next?" question on 14 or 15. I have to tell you - I've gone through the basic courses from Linked In, to different approaches - hands down this is the best. I'm learning Fusion360 at the age of 67 so I can stay relevant as a designer. Watch out world - this old goat has a new perspective! Thanks so much Arnold. Your positive attitude and inspiration will long be felt for a long time.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

I'm delighted to have been part of your journey! Its a great tool and it sounds like you've got a great use to put it to.

[@graytell1]

Hi Arnold I enjoyed your 16 part series. It took me less than a day to complete with breaks. I think your series was informative and easy to follow although I got left behind a few times when fumbling to find the right tools. I would recommend these tutorials to anyone starting out. I do not have an engineering background but have purchased a 3d printer. Thank you for sharing your gift. Regards Gray

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thankyou Gray, I'm delighted to hear that you have found it useful. Have a great time with your 3D printer, that's on my own 'to do' list.

[@princesspapi9000]

Thank you so much for the 16 parts tutorials! I enjoy your style of teaching and am able to follow along easily :)

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Good on you Michael, that's music to my ears.

[@tedean1]

Thank you very much for your 16 tutorials. Your teaching skills are to be complimented. I just retired, ordered the Tormach 770MX and will continue the learning curve of tool path/CNC knowledge. I’ll check out your other videos also.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Congratulations T. That's a great start and wow, what a plan. It sounds like a lot to take on for a retiree, but hey! retirement is for sissies anyway.

[@johnlee7398]

Hello Arnold, thanks so much for your 16 tutorials! I recently purchased a 3D printer and am learning Fusion 360 to make parts. I've learned the two most important things from you, dimensions and constraints in the sketch will save you from pulling your hair out! I look forward to more lessons from you.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Fantastic! John, you're already ahead of me with 3D printing but I hope my upcoming content will be of interest.

[@billscales4275]

Hey Arnold, really have appreciated your 16 tutorials. Actually, I have watched them several times. They are very well done. I also have found your teaching style has certainly helped my learning speed. Thanks

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for the encouragement Bill. I hope you noticed the intermediate tutorials in the next playlist on this channel and there are plenty more in other places. Keep learning. Have I asked you yet what you'll do with Fusion 360 Bill?

[@caulkinwedge]

Just wanted to say thank you i completed the 16 over a day and a half and am just going to do them again. I love your style of teaching works brilliantly for me ..repetition is exactly how i learned the practical skills of my profession (farriery) These videos have helped me far more than everything else i have tried with fusion 360. I have the new version but not too confusing at all. I am guessing you have not pursued this channel but again thank you for sharing your Knowledge...Regards from the Uk Matt

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Very kind of you Matthew, keep practicing. Its been over a year but I'm getting back to it now.

[@reh3ddoes]

I truly enjoyed your 16 part series; had a great speed, and covered each part quite well. I have intent to design and produce RC models of full scale ideas. I'd love to see you produce an Assembly tutorial with CAE. I am certainly going to share this series with friends and on some SM groups I follow. Can't wait for more!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks Reh3d Zone, full scale RC models?, sounds like you'll be doing some travelling! Happy flying.

[@kasper2lo]

Thank you for providing such a great series, they've been a blast to watch and work along with. I'd love to see an intermediate 16 and an advanced 16 in Fusion 360. Virtual prototyping and CAE sounds fascinating, I'd love to really know what's going on inside inside the piping we design for turbocharged cars. Thanks again!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Some intermediate stuff is now starting to happen and I'll get onto the basics of CAE eventually. I'm not sure you'll be up to reliable turbo component simulations any time soon but we can make a start on that journey. I do appreciate the pointer.

[@kkthedreamqueen1118]

I just finished all 16 parts. I feel really comfortable with the tool now. Thanks for putting this together. One of the things that I tried doing was drawing the parts before you showed me how to do it. I noticed that how you look at a part will determine if it will be easy or hard to draw. Having an eye for the basic setup is key. I think it would be great to see another series on putting parts together or components together. Finally, the advance topic if you were to choose to do one should be designing for manufacturing. I'm sure there are ideal places you would want to put screws based on the material used. Again, thanks for the videos. I was able to do them even though I'm using the latest version of Fusion 360. Based on the comments, we are all looking forward to seeing new content. I can't wait!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for the feedback Kk! There is now a (slowly growing) playlist of intermediate tutorials for you, if you go to my channel you will find them.

[@billcedarheath387]

I'll add to the praise that many have given. Great tutorials. Well paced. Easy to follow. I could go on and on. I wish you'd continued on doing these. Perhaps taking new folks to the intermediate levels. There is so much more potential and with you at the helm many people would benefit. In just reading some of the comments here and on other videos, I think I'm not alone with asking for more like your 16 parts series.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Good on you Bill, its great to have you here on the channel. I do have another playlist of intermediate tutorials, kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5jFaKCohLGLnNU and these show you the basics of assemblies. I wish I could produce these as fast as you work through them.

[@eenawes]

Loved the entire 16 video series. Thank you so very much for the introduction to CAD!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Congratulations on getting through the 16. Keep practising and keep learning, Actually, did you see the other tutorials on the channel? The bodies and components tutorials are also at beginners level and they'll set you up for the intermediate series where you can learn to assemble parts. Here's the link to the channel, click the playlist tab. youtube.com/@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360

[@eenawes]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 Thank you for the recommendation! I'm diving in now.

[@glennjones5367]

Arnold, thank you for the great series. It was just what I needed to get started. Way back many moons ago, I learned mechanical drafting using pencil and paper. I would have become a mechanical draftsman ( I really wanted to go to Detroit and design cars for a living) but for the fact my school only offered this as a filler class in grade 11 and back then AutoCad was dream in some software developers mind. Architectural drafting did not interest me, so I fell back on Electrical/Electronics. Even that did not end up becoming my career choice. I ended up in IT. Here I am decades later learning Fusion 360. Eagle ECAD brought me here but the joy of drawing things has returned, so thank you for that. My primary use case will likely be designing parts for ECAD, Fancy PCB outlines and also enclosures for said devices. I can also see a secondary use for designing parts for 3D printing. You have another subscriber and I look forward to watching the rest of your videos and any future ones you release.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

That's quite a story Glenn, so you didn't become the next Raymond Loewy! Nevertheless your life's work counts. I just started the most basic beginner's tutorial I could find for Eagle yesterday. Did you see the video I published just the other day which points to the intermediate tutorials on my channel? kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIicg2ygar51fZI

[@brucefaria6464]

I have been in engineering for a long time and still find it amazing. I would like to see the next step after i went through your 16 lesson taking it to CAM. Thank you for your dreat tutorials.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Great! Thank you for the steer Bruce, CAM is certainly on my list and I have some ideas for how to tackle it but a few items to do between now and then.

[@evanuijtert]

I dont usually react on videos. But these series were a very good practice. I mostly learned about the constraints & dimension tool from you. I have a 3d printer which got me into designing this stuff myself, its awesome for all kinds of small projects around my house & hobbies. Good luck on the next advanced tutorials, ill be keeping my eye out for them.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Good on you erik! Keep on going.

[@phillsquire6315]

Hi Arnold just had to say thanks, I am using a later version of 360 than you're tutorials but you did such a great job I managed to follow anyway. Looking at the coments from others looks like you have made a lot of people happy. I am now designing things to print with 3d printer and you made learning a new skill really easy. I am 65 so goes to show with the right tuition your never too old to learn. Thanks

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Glad it helped Phill, I'm not far off 65 myself and I love being the old dog with a new trick.

[@brianmudd9631]

Thank you very much Arnold. Being a retired maintenance electrician, I used to create my electrical drawings on Autocad Lite whilst working at Visy Industries. I recently bought a 3D printer and thought I would really struggle, but your videos, combined with the sketches, proved informative and easy to follow. I certainly will check out your other offerings. Congratulations and best wishes.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks Brian, all the best with the 3D printing, I'm working on some content for this in 2021.

[@RodeoBailey]

Thanks for a great intro to Fusion 360 series Arnold! I am mechanical engineer and have been using Autocad for decades and had little need for 3D modelling. Now I am playing with some modelling and your tutorials helped greatly in transitioning to the modeling environment. Thanks!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Glad it was helpful RB. Wishing you every success with your new tools. If you have the energy and the inclination you might like to see some of the other tutorials on my channel. Here are the playlists:- www.youtube.com/@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360/playlists The Bodies and Components playlist is at beginners level and sets you up for the intermediate series where you can learn to assemble parts.

[@majdiqubabi]

Thank you very much that was useful please continue teaching us more

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Yes Majdi, delighted to hear its helpful, there is more coming soon, but did you see the intermediate playlist on my channel? It shows you the basics of assemblies if you have the energy. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5jFaKCohLGLnNU

[@donaldhollingsworth3875]

You have the best tutorials that I have been able to find online. You are a very good instructor even though we seem to have different versions of Fusion 360. I've had to find a few different ways at doing things then what you show but that is no real big deal since it allows me the opportunity to learn different ways to solve problems & have the parts come out correct. I would love to see a series of of maybe 15 or so intermediate parts & 15 or so advanced parts with a lot more explanations of what you are doing & why since I am new to the CAD/CAM sector of manufacturing. I have been a machine operator of rotating parts for aircraft engines so reading complex blueprints are natural to me in the inspection parts on the machine. I would also like to see you start with Part#1 & go through the CAM process to make these parts. I know that I've been a little picky about some things & that takes nothing from your great teaching style. I'm just looking at it from a different (machine operator) perspective. Keep up the great work you are doing!!! I'm look forward at viewing your other tutorials & learning more from you!!!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thankyou again, Donald. Thanks for the suggestions for more content. I find that intermediate topics are so numerous that 15 won't cover it and advanced topics are even more varied. CAM will be part of it eventually, anyway I've made a start and hope to have something to show soon.

[@donaldhollingsworth3875]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 That sounds great. I can't wait for your next next of tutorials. You're the best I have come across. Please keep up the great work for us newbies.

[@frederickcooke8956]

Thanks very much for the course. It helped me start to work though the parts of Fusion 360 that are interesting to me. As a hobbyist I'm interested in making small model engines and machines, and casting parts for these models. I'd like more on producing a file from a Fusion 360 model to print on a 3D printer, which I can then use as a pattern. Keep up the good work.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for the feedback Frederick, I've got 3D printing on my to do list. Using 3D printing in mould making and pattern making processes is probably one of the most promising uses. I might be a while but I'll get there, thanks for the encouragement.

[@cpmorris1001]

This is an excellent series into CAD. I was in the electronic data storage industry, making Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) and data storage enclosures. It is very rare that prints are used to create the parts, everything is manufactured from the data file these days. Prints are used essentially for inspection and the set up for soft tool parts. One thing we always looked for was an understanding of statistical tolerance analysis. That skill more than almost any other would be a deciding factor in the selection of a new engineer

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks Charlie, that's a valuable insight. I'm aware of the value of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and I've been collecting all the info I can on the topic for some time. So you're saying that adding statistics takes it to the next level. Right, I'm on it. That's a future direction for me.

[@andystuart3754]

This complete novice managed all the 16 tutorial drawings, a wee bit of having to watch them a few times but there's no harm in that and got there in the end, a great sense of achievement there, really glad I found your channel Arnold, it's got me and the 3D printer going again, managed to sketch out a small pulley on Fusion and it's currently being printed out, not sure how it'll look but as I said it's got me going again. Thanks again, looking forward to the next stage. Cheers Andy from "a bit warmer" now Scotland!...

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Well done andy, I'm so glad to hear that. I'm just currently learning how to use my own 3D printer and I'm already thinking about some content. If you have the time and inclination there are some intermediate tutorials on my channel that might suit you at timestamp 3:05; kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIicg2ygar51fZI

[@andystuart3754]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 Hi Arnold, I'll certainly be having a look, managed to draw out a v belt pulley and print it out, wasn't a success but you learn from these things!! Thanks again, Andy.

[@meast7584]

You are really good at this, and I see, also quite responsive. I owned a CNC based machine shop back when a punched tape was used to transfer programs. I changed careers to health care, and am now in my late sixties, retired, and creating a CNC garage shop to play around in. I would love to see some more on advanced part modeling, how to use Fusion 360 for assemblies, virtual testing, and blue print creation!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks, I wish I could see your new setup. I'll keep going on this.

[@tdg911]

I’d love to see intermediate and advanced modeling and cam. You found your gift because your teachings are buttery smooth sir. Thank you

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Awesome, thank you! That's great feedback. I trust you saw the Intermediate playlist on my channel here kzbin.info/aero/PLFCTgdiT5-kJErMn7E3Cq9gaaoeQg9NTf Also, I have a friend who is a bit of a wiz with CAM, I hope to do some collaborations.

[@ivanhoyt4551]

Arnold, Wanted to say how much I've appreciated the 16 Basic Tutorials, so glad I found them! Looking forward to the intermediate lessons. It so happens that we have homeschooling in common and I might share some of your thoughts regarding the future of all levels of education. During the pandemic I've taken on the project of building an almost full sheet cnc. I have it finished and have had the desire for many years of building my own homebuilt airplane. I think the one I want to build is the Zenith CH750 Cruzer from plans, can't afford the kit. I have so much to learn. So far I've made two wing rib form block and I've cut one rib clank with the cnc. This has shown me that I can do it but that I have so much to learn to make this process more efficient. Your videos have been a great encouragement to me in this process. Thank you. Regards. Ivan

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

That sounds great Ivan! Thanks for sharing. Would you share a pic of the Zenith on the Facebook page? facebook.com/Futr.Engineering/ I'm sure others would find it as inspiring as I do.

[@georgeroper9210]

I just finished with the 16 tutorials.You made it easy.I would like to get deeper into the drafting and cam.I was using and old version of mastercam for G-code and programming on haas equipment.The jobs I work at usually expect me draft and program the machine.Thanks for all your help.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Great job! Congratulations! and thanks for the suggestions. I've got some stuff on drawings coming up and CAM will come sometime after but apart from showing how you can pick up where you left off, it sounds like I'll probably be learning more from you.

[@boscoOnaTron]

Discussing the in's and outs of CAD / CAM / CAE. What to use where and when. Material Science has made staggering advances in the last several decades; how to understand the process of defining and selecting the right materials for a given project is of great interest. 3d printing, I'm interested in large scale for a current project - up to ~ 3.5M. What materials to select when combining with computer generative forms, etc. An advanced topic to be sure. Thanks, I appreciate your point of view.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for the feedback Matt, I think I've got the idea, ... with the lot and supersize me! All those things are certainly on my to do list but your scaled-up 3D printer has got me curious!

[@abdullahsheikh2549]

I really learned a lot from your 16 video tutorials. I would certainly like to seem CAM and CAE videos. I am in my second semester of my Mechanical engineering bachelors. I really like Engineering drawings and design. I hope you will continue to upload great videos

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thankyou Abdullah, I appreciate the input. I have plans for both CAM and CAE.

[@mikebadera3044]

You did a fantastic job with the 16 drawing program. I am a mechanical engineer retired after 40 years working in steel pipe extrusion, glass melting furnaces and then plastics. The last drawings I ever had to do were in Engineering 101 with pencil and drafting machine. Since then I always had Designers or Draftsmen or junior level engineers doing my drawings for me and I've been dying to dive into CAD. Now as a DIY hobbyist I'm anxious to learn more about CAM for 3D printing, CNC machining and laser etching. You've done a great job, keep up the good work... I'll be looking for what's next!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for the feedback and for sharing about your background. I'm awe-struck and and quite delighted to have a hand in helping after such a career. I've worked in the ceramics industry and so I'd love to chat about furnaces over a brandy by the fire.

[@martybadboy]

I just finished up the 16 part series in a few sessions using the Pomodoro Technique. Good stuff, thank you for your effort. As a 30 year autocad user in the civil field, I had been trying to get a handle on fusion for a few years but never could because of the terrible training videos on KZbin. This series got through to me! Thanks again.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Nice work! Marty, I must try Pomodoro, I love procedures. What are you planning to do with Fusion 360? If you have the energy, take a look at my Bodies and Components videos and then the intermediate tutorials.

[@martybadboy]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 I've been CNC machining since 2007 using Rhino (converted knee mills and gantry routers for sheet work). I got my 12 year old son a 3d printer for Christmas this year, so it's a good opportunity to step up to Fusion. I plan on having him go through the 16 part series as well.

[@ayushtyagi9185]

Thank you sir for your Beginner's modeling series.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Welcome to the channel Ayush! Keep learning, its great software.

[@endthefighting]

I've just finished my first go at the 16 part Fusion 360 basic tutorials, slowly churning through it all in a day. I've now got the rudimentary knowledge and skillset required to start modelling and 3d printing things based on real life measurements thrown into the cad environment. I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart - you've unlocked yet another path in my skill-hoarding! The first project I'm doing is modelling, 3d printing and repairing my wife's grabby stick (wheelchair user, so those things are invaluable aids!). Thanks again, for your straight to the point and highly educational videos. (I actually enjoyed rooting out some of the bugs/mistakes made in the videos/differences in the F360 interfaces).

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Congratulations Ragnar, you've reached a milestone despite my mistakes. I'll be joining you in learning about 3D printing, I've just got my first one. Thanks for sharing about your plans and keep looking for useful tutorials while you make the transition to your own projects. It usually takes a while before you can fly truly solo. Did you see the intermediate tutorials in the next playlist on my channel?

[@endthefighting]

Arnold Rowntree I had not - thanks for pointing those out! They'll be a welcome addition to my lockdown learnathon :)

[@Eiraart]

The world needs more people like you who see the importance of help each other - together we all can make learning and living better for all.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

All the best for you career, AS, or whatever projects you have planned with Fusion 360. Keep in touch.

[@hob976]

@Arnold Rowntree WOW. You really did just get me fired up to dive into the 4th Industrial Revolution... I bet you're pretty great at this teaching stuff.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

congratulations on working through the tutorials, keep looking for more good tutorials while you make the gradual transition to working alone on your own projects. I trust you noticed that I have a playlist of intermediate tutorials on my channel but there are many more out there. If you're started with Fusion 360 now I'll be praying that you eventually subvert the dominant paradigm of corporate govt. in the western countries. Get out there and have fun.

[@hex_newtron4151]

Wow, Sir That was an Amazing Video series for me! It is really helpful for me from this short course I have done many models like logo block, CNC tools, etc. It really helps me to learn fusion 360. Please do more videos on Fusion 360.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Glad it was helpful Hex! I'll keep on going.

[@johnconeyworth5786]

Great tutorial, I am new to Fusion 360 but have used Inventor for making 3D printed enclosures so some of the principals are either similar or very much the same. One of the area's i struggle with is trying to add geometry to things like cylinders or tubes where the geometry protrudes out from the tube diameter which i understand probably needs a plane creating to draw it on, i saw you do something similar in one of the first 16 tutorials.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Yes John, you're on the way. I recently did a Q&A where I cover things like this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6CmfZmPfreWi8k And by the way, congratulations on getting through the 16

[@brendanconway3601]

Interested in CAD, CAM, and CAE. I'm especially interested in CAM for 3D Printing and NC Machining. I'm glad to see you have added additional tutorials.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for the feedback Brendan, I've been building out this CAD material for the last few years. When the revisions to the 16 Basic Tutorials are done I'll be starting on some fundamentals of CAE. Also I'm in the process of finding a collaborator to speed up getting some content on the fundamentals of CAM. Just so you know, I'm making a big effort to go full-time this year, 2022, which would greatly help my ability to produce.

[@user-db8mt5uo8k]

Μr Rowntree i have just finish all the 16 tutorials and i feel very happy about that.am an rc plane modelist and i want to 3d print my rc planes provided im gonna desigh them at fusion 360!!!thanks a lot!!!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Congratulations on your new skill. And that's a great plan, I hope it works out very well for you. I've seen some great videos on Yt about RC planes which are all 3D printed. Some are printed in sections which snap together. Getting the surfacing right will take some experience but you'll be able to begin with internal components while you work on the advanced skills and knowledge that you're going to need.

[@makermania182]

Thank you for this fantastic video series. I've gone through it twice! I was homeschooled and after graduating, I realized traditional schooling (universities) were largely a waste of money and precious time. Instead of student debt, I scrounged for a few years and put a shop together to educate myself. I would love to see some metallurgy videos, particularly about how to plan, sketch and machine (etc.) a part on a mill/lathe/router/plasma table. Thanks again for the well structured videos, liked and subscribed!!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Hi Maker Mania, there's a special place in my heart for homeschoolers! I wish it was a thing when I was growing up. I've got some really neat stuff on metallurgy but it'll be a while before I get there. Machining will be coming but it'll be after metallurgy. Thanks for you kind words.

[@makermania182]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 I look forward to seeing those videos! Learning the the properties of metals as they pertain to engineering would be a HUGE boon, especially the way you format the curriculum. All of your hard work is greatly appreciated! Thank you, Nicholai

[@SUPERPOT1958]

Arnold I have just completed going through your 16 part beginners videos for fusion 360. Fascinating and very well explained, thank you. I have already learned so many things and have been "playing" around in the program. I have managed also to import .dxf files and turned them from 2D to 3D very easily. My reasons to learn fusion 360 are to be able to take a blueprint of a car showing top,side,front and rear views and then model the body shapes and hopefully split them into various sections. Also to then follow on with the CAM side of fusion 360 to machine the various sections on my CNC milling machine. Engine parts etc would also be done in much the same way. If you could do a video on how to set up and scale a set of car blueprints it would be fantastic and very much appreciated. For me all the curvatures on the old classic cars look like an absolute nightmare to do but guess once a method is taught and followed it should get easier. Anyway just to say a huge thank you again for all your efforts in helping people get started in Fusion 360, best regards, Jeff

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for the feedback Jeff, classic cars and parts is a great use of Fusion 360. I was just thinking this morning of a friend who is into classic motorcycles and that he could supply me with some similar projects to what you have in mind.

[@SUPERPOT1958]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 thanks for the quick reply Arnold. For me the idea would be to model them 1:1 to then enable me to scale suitably for scratch built models. Do you have an email address I could reach you on? Best regards, Jeff

[@stephenslade2317]

Thank you Arnold

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

You're welcome Stephen

[@ericlauryssen6451]

Dear Arnold i am more then interested in more from this topics as computer aided modeling or assemblies. Thanks for the intersting video's, hope to see more from this.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks again Eric, the next playlist on my channel is about assemblies.

[@JoediyLab]

Arnold, thanks so much, I just finished all 16 lessons. Your lessons are the first I have been able to finish. The others who attempt to teach make it way too hard and start with way advanced objects to model. I have just retired and what to 3D print molds to make composite parts from resin and various fiber reinforced materials. I would love to see more intermediate and advanced lessons in all areas of CAM, CAE, assembly and testing. Thanks again.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks Joe, that's great and thanks for sharing your plans. I'll keep the tutorials coming but in the meantime you might be ready to learn about surfacing and forms for your mould shapes. You could look at my assembly tutorials in the Intermediate series, although I'd recommend the Bodies and Components playlist first. www.youtube.com/@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360/playlists Although I haven't done any surfacing videos yet you could look at the Fusion 360 School for some advanced tutorials. www.youtube.com/@Fusion360School/featured Maybe next year I'll get to publish a video on the wood surfboard I'm keen to build. It'll be fibreglassed over the wood.

[@JoediyLab]

Thanks Arnold, Maybe you can give me some pointers on a project. I am trying to model an ebike fender so I can make a mold and create a carbon fiber fender. I have been looking at using a spline and then extruding that. But as you know, fenders have a radius along the length to follow the curve of the tire. The fenders also have a radius along the width to follow the profile of the tire. How can I create the radius for both the length and width of the fender, and then extrude both? Thanks so much for the links you gave me. Joe

[@bobw8094]

Good evening Arnold. I finished all 16 tutorials and found them to be both productive and challanging at the same time. Thank you for putting this together for us. I would like to now start learning how to put different parts together to make a whole part. For example A wire clip for my TV or PC wiring. Maybe something that rotates into place to secure the wires.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Great job! Congratulations on getting through the 16 Bob. Assemblies are a bit of a trick, my intermediate series takes you throught the basics if you have the energy. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5jFaKCohLGLnNU You'll probably find that it takes a while to leave the click by click tutorials behind and 'fly solo'. As long as you know that and start with nice, easy projects so that you don't give up in despair. Its good to find as many tutorials as you can, some will be too hard and some too easy but you'll keep improving if you stick at it.

[@bobw8094]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 I will definitely start on the next series. I did start to make a cable clip for my computer table. It's pretty simple, but it is a good start. a360.co/2LIpMuM

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

@@bobw8094 Well done! I hope a lot more people start with modest projects to build their skills on. There's no stopping you if you proceed step by step.

[@steveb8287]

I really liked this series! I’ve drawn a machine I’ve designed in SketchUp, but I am coming upon the programs limitations when dealing with subs that do my laser cutting and sheet metal bending. I am looking forward to learning everything you can teach me as I begin to learn this new software. My interest is in drawing my entire machine in detail, of which there are several hundred parts. Only a few move in major groups. I have only started learning this program, but I’m certain that by the time I have watched all of your tutorials, I should be somewhat proficient. Also importing and using SKP that I have already drawn might be helpful.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Magnificent, steve b! The only license of Fusion 360 that won't import a Sketchup .skp is the Personal Use license. The other three will but you can also export .obj from Sketchup (...wait, I've got Sketchup Pro, you'll have to check that). Yes, Fusion is what you need to get good at, and it'll depend on how much time you can sink into the learning curve but keep your expectations of progress modest, there really is a lot to absorb.

[@darrenlafreniere5034]

FANTASTIC content!

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Glad you enjoyed it Darren. Did you see the other playlists on my channel? If you have the time and inclination you might enjoy the intermediate series but I would recommend doing the Bodies and Components tutorials first. All the playlists can be see on this page: www.youtube.com/@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360/playlists

[@murraystack3716]

Just finished all 16 segments. Thanks Arnold for a great introduction to Fusion 360. I highly recommend the tutorials. By the way it took a while to work out that I could not download the PDF drawings on an iPad, but that’s technology for you.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Well done Murray! Keep at it now. Have you seen the intermediate playlist on my channel?

[@murraystack3716]

Arnold Rowntree I’m working through them now. My interest is in kinetic sculpture which leads to the need for a CNC router once I have mastered Fusion 360, and understand how to move from fusion 360 the software to drive the cnc. I’m a retired telecommunications engineer so using the time in lockdown in Camberwell to get my head around this. Cheers Murray

[@sabatotroncone8802]

I’ve finished the 16 parts, excellent lessons easy to follow. I like to see CAM lessons I’m interested in CNC machining and 3D printing.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Great suggestion! I'm on it Sabato but it will take me a while. In the meantime I'm sure you've seen some of the other great channels on KZbin; Kevin Kennedy, Paul McWhorter, Brad Tallis and others who already have a wealth of great stuff published. Keep in touch!

[@sabatotroncone8802]

I believe that I’m confident enough to start a drawing and tool path in manufacturing side of fusion, setting up of tools will take a few hours to learn, your videos where so informative that I’m ready to go.

[@philldavies7940]

Great series, I done them initially about 6 months ago, then broke my arm, so had to put it all aside. Just returned to them, managed to zip through at a fast pace. I'm an electronic engineer, my years at uni were spent on matlab and various electronic design packages, we never touched CAD programmes, so this has been a great, fun intro into what you metal basher types get up to!😀

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

I'm glad to have you at the channel Phil, sorry to hear about your broken arm, I had a fracture in my left arm about three years ago, no fun. I've got my 101 fundamentals electronics books waiting on the shelf for me, I'll get to those real soon now. This might be a surprise but my background is in the ceramics industry and the only bashing we did there was when filling the dumpster, but I know what you mean, its always been great when I've have old tradesmen in my engineering classes.

[@rip7TEAR]

Hello Arnold. Thank you for your tutorials. I'm a 61yr old boilermaker and all my cad models are produced in head cad and printed out with a Mig/Tig printer. I want to explore ideas without the grinder dust. Used to use Generic Cad until it was axed. Good luck with the new generation of engineers/tradespersons. Gordon

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

You forgot to mention that you write poetry! Love the sound of your workflow and all the best with your new tools.

[@jeffmoonp.e.6054]

Thanks for the excellent videos. I am a longtime user of Solidworks, I wanted to learn Fusion 360 and you gave me a running start. I am interested in learning more about FEA Simulation features in Fusion 360. Also looked for quick tutorials in drawing creation, table driven parametric design. Jeff Moon, P.E.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks Jeff for letting know what your interests are for future content. I've got some new stuff brewing which will be about a project with multiple parts. Drawing creation is a fundamental topic which I'll be covering on the channel and also in some course material. FEA will be something I'll be turning my attention to in the medium term and the plan is to be using the Simscale plugin and the open source Paraview post-processor but it will be all about the very basics for quite some time. Fusion doesn't do configurations like SW, that's one of the key differences, however there are some alternative processes which (at a stretch) you might call workarounds with parameters that can meet the needs of back yarders. There will be people on the Fusion support forums who can help with pushing the limits of Fusion in that direction.

[@jeffmoonp.e.6054]

Arnold Rowntree: I would love to take your class but will settle for the online course material. Your insights regarding Fusion 360 vs OnShape were particularly helpful. I’m finding that Fusion 360 likely meets my needs designing high pressure high temperature instruments used in the oil and gas industry. I remain interested in Simscale and Paraview for static linear FEA. I’ll load these add-ins soon. Thanks again. Cheers and stay safe. Jeff Moon, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

[@jeffmoonp.e.6054]

Another thought. Over the years I’ve rarely used configurations in SW. I like playing with parametric design features but most of my designs do not lend themselves to configurations. On the other hand, SW Display states can be useful to assist with design documentation. I’m still about 10% into Fusion 360, the sketcher functionality is familiar. I transitioned from ProE (now Creo) nearly 20 years ago, using SW ever since.

[@davidhawley1132]

Enjoyed going through the 16 tutorials. I am interested in modeling woodworking projects, in particular creation of objects from combining and then milling different materials. Inside-out woodturning is something I am going to try modeling as well.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks David for the pointers. I've enjoyed a few woodwork projects and I've been a potter long ago which might have a bit of overlap with what you have in mind for turning. I'll be focused on the basics though for some time yet.

[@davidhawley1132]

Arnold Rowntree Thanks for your reply. I’m managing somehow. More generally, components, assembly etc. would also be interesting. I think I’ll take a look at sheet metal and sculpting as well.

[@Y7YA399]

Thank you sir for your simple and clear 16 tutorials for Fusion 360 What next? I hope you add some tutorials about designing threads as bolts and nuts or Cans lid and other about Gears design. Thank you and have nice time and happy new year. Yahia..

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

You're welcome, Yahia, and thanks for the feedback, I'll keep eye out for those things you mentioned. In the meantime, did you see the intermediate tutorials on my channel? Take a look here; kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5jFaKCohLGLnNU These will get you started with assemblies.

[@Jaxcesr]

Thanks for the great walk through. I honestly thought this was going to build into something, and am a little sad that these 16 parts did get assembled into something. I really do Hope you upload some more tutorials as I found your style of teaching enjoyable, and would love to learn Advanced modeling of compound parts, as well as assembly from you .

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Jaxscer, thanks for your encouragement! The next series is coming, the first few are now published and we're getting up to assembly, you'll find them in my channel. There will be some actual useful projects eventually.

[@Jaxcesr]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 sounds great I look forward to it. I just ordered a 3d printer so I can start modeling and printing stuff too. Will bring me back to my physics labs in college

[@rogerfife6724]

I've learned a lot from your 16 tutorials and am starting to use my knowledge for 3D printed items. Thanks so much for your videos and I am looking forward to others from you in the future. --- I would like to suggest a tutorial of a 3D printed box that could be customized by the user for length, width and height.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for the suggestion Roger, I'll be mulling this one over. Congratulations on getting through the 16 and I'm delighted to hear that its proving useful for you. Have you seen the next playlist on my channel for intermediate assembly tutorials? kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5jFaKCohLGLnNU

[@melsojka1419]

At 74 I have discovered CNC machining at a hobby level, have a Grandson that is an engineering study that has dropped out, and was amazed at your 16 part series. I want to reach a level that will inspire him.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Keep going Grandpa, you're a secret weapon, its a pleasure to hear about your Grandson.

[@fredthijssen7528]

Hi Arnold, thank you very much for all the effort you put into this. It is the first time i really have the feeling i get 3D designing. Watched all 16 parts in one afternoon, will do it again to exercise with the app in a few days. I surely will run into some bumps, but it looked very logical and easy to comprehend. What i am looking for is how to import a canvas (f.i. a fuselage of a gliderplane) and use that as an example to design your own. How to import a DXF file with an airfoil, to design a wing. Those types of applications. Thanx in advance

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

That sounds like a great goal Fred! You aren't too far from that level of skill but take your time with the 16 parts. I'll be looking out for your questions when you are stuck and I'll be thinking about you while I'm planning my next few videos.

[@derekneal9748]

thanks for all your help in getting stared in 360 what i would like to see as i can not fined any thing about is how to put allan key holes in parts thanks

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

You're right Derek, I shelved the Hole tool for later, I need to get something done. Great feedback!

[@milumber]

Wow, what an amazing short course, I stumbled across this looking to improve my cad skills and absolutely have done so, your experience as a teacher really shows in the way this is delivered, so thank you for sharing your knowledge. I'd love to see videos furthering these skills, and any other engineering skills that would be suited to online learning, Also what would be your recommendation for someone with an interest in studying engineering but is not able to study full time ? I am currently improving my math skills through Kahn academy as they are somewhat lacking, Are there any other resources or Online courses you would recommend?

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks Jackson, that's very kind. If you are going to be studying part-time, look at technician level engineering. There are many reasons; most of the jobs in the industry are at that mid-level and you can then get work in your chosen field and after that do further study if that is your desire. As for recommendations for online resources, browse widely while you are gaining basic skills such as CAD and maths. Don't narrow down your focus except for whatever it takes to get the qualification you need to enter the job market you've targeted. You're on the right track, I wish I had more time to get resources up to slake your thirst for knowledge but you'll be on your way by then. Keep going.

[@BikeFromTheBrink]

You've been very helpful, thank you

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Glad to hear that!

[@cpmorris1001]

What I would like to see next is an intro on part assemblies, placement, orientation and kinematics.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Charlie, take a look at this other playlist on my channel about 'Bodies and Components' which gets you ready for the intermediate playlist. kzbin.info/aero/PLFCTgdiT5-kKquu0V7q39r8aHb3e74xQA Bodies and components are the starting point for assembly modelling and alignment methods and then you're ready for learning about joints and modifying models from anywhere else. Kinematics is a step further in the virtual product development process, I have plans but it will be a while before I get that happening and I'm unaware of any alternative resources for that kind of simulation at present.

[@maeganbeyer5801]

The tutorials were great! Thanks for putting them out there. This is very specific to my background, but i'm curious if it is possible to use Fusion 360 to do folded carton design. I've used Artios CAD and Kasemake but those are very specific to the industry so I want to branch out and have a better understanding of CAD software for mechanical engineering.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Yes you can Maegan, I'm pretty sure the sheetmetal environment could be 'bent' that way. Its amazing what you can do with cartons! I have a collection of pictures of curious carton designs on my Pinterest account.

[@queenslander62]

Arnold, well done, very much like your style, very much impressed with the quality of content. I run a large (and very profitable) steel fab shop ... that does not use CAD ...! yes, dinosaurs do exist. My interest in learning CAD / CAE stems also to my home world where i build timber RC yachts .. and who does not like to muck about in boats (or surf boards in your case ?) - so my suggestion is a series on drawing up a boat (sailing is good - International One Meter ?!) then producing .dxf files to send to laser cutters for the components - with a view to extend to 3D printing in the third series. So what are you waiting for ? D'ont keep us waiting ! thanks and regards.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

You're a mind-reader QL62, I could get into RC yachts and yes, I am planning a series on a wood planked surfboard to keep everything civilised and eventually another series on the really powerful form and surface tools in Fusion. But one step at a time, I'm on it but I'm going to do this systematically. Don't wait for me though, there is a lot of really good stuff out there, there's no stopping you now!

[@khaliquerehman5848]

Hi Arnold. Thank you very much for teaching us the basics. It has helped me to the point that first time I feel confident that I can use CAD software and design something. One thing I want to ask you if you have any plans to demonstrate CAM part for CNC Router and 3D Printing. I think a lot of beginners like me will be very much interested.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Khalique I'm delighted to hear you've made a good start with CAD and Its valuable feedback for me to hear that you are interested in CAM. It will be some time before I produce a similar series of tutorials on that subject, it seems to be a popular one. Perhaps I'll partner with someone to access the capability which I don't have yet, but I'll plan on doing a review of some other channels where the basics of CNC are covered well.

[@KeisssL]

I was following your course, thank you for creating it and it opens a lot of opportunities for those willing to learn and open to new technologies, I am one of them. I would like to learn to assemble and create complete machines, with practice comes perfection. As for manufacturing, I do agree that mass production is going to die out and will be replaced by smaller makers. I would like YOU to make a series of videos on "how to find an idea/opportunity"?

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Congratulations on completing the Basic Tutorials Kaspars. Take a look at the next series on my channel when you have the energy. The Bodies and Components playlist is also at beginner level and has only two tutorials which will make it much easier to takle the Intermediate playlist where you can learn assembly. That's a good idea for a video series, I hope you pick some winning ideas yourself. Keep in touch.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

BTW here is the channel home page in case you hadn't seen it. Click the Playlists tab to see those other playlists. youtube.com/@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360

[@johnmagana1]

I would like to see in intermediate course in cad part modeling. Very interested in CAE as I am starting a business making specialty vehicle accessories. I am purchasing 3d printer for my home office and would like to do as much as I can before sending a part to a machine shop. You mentioned metallurgy and I used to be a welder/fabricator so I have experience there but what I would like to learn more about are all the different types of coatings and those processes for the different types of metals. I look forward to whatever you will be offering.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks for sharing John, this is just what I need to understand. There's a new playlist in my channel with the first few intermediate tutorials, I'll be thinking about this whole area of coatings.

[@hardergm]

Arnold, I bit late to the party - I just found your channel. I have got to say that it was one of the best courses I have undertaken. It wasn't long before I'd see the problem, try and solve it and then go back and see how the expert did it. I'd then go back and re-do the part again (and may be again if I was a bit clumsy). Doing it on a later version was a slight impediment but I did your "differences" video first and then just hunted. There were a couple of times, that I was at a loss as to how you got a dimension from the technical drawings (e.g. exercise 15 - where did you get the fact that the 5 holes towards the end of the part were 10mm diameters?) Anyway, thank you for the time and effort you put into the videos and the guidance in tackling Fusion 360. My main use will be probable be additive technologies.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Welcome Geoff, I'll be delighted if this stuff helps to get you going with 3D printing and more. And thanks for the feedback, I want to improve this stuff when I do some updating soon.

[@tedisakoolkat]

Guess I’ll take a stab at answering your question. I’m interested in CAD, CAM, and CNCing along with old school manual machining. CAE sounds very interesting too. I consider myself a hobbyist, I am interested in designing and building large scale model steam locos, so CAD, CNC, and 3D printing are exciting as it makes the possibilities endless. I’ve taught myself how to design valve gears, so I’m committed to teaching myself (which major help from your series, thank you!) CAD and CAM. Off we go! Excited for the future

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

That sounds fantastic ted! Thanks for the feedback on CAD and CAM, I'd love to see those trains.

[@tedisakoolkat]

Arnold Rowntree it’s a cool hobby! I’m an engineer (or driver I think it’s called in Australia) on the full size steam locos, so it’s been a life long passion. Anything mechanical I’m drawn to, but steam especially is extremely unique. In the meantime, off to the next lessons!

[@kellyb7321]

Thank you for your series of videos and for this message afterwards. I've been an engineer for about 10 years now and would love to have taken a class with you as the professor. Too bad I'm in the wrong country and in the wrong hemisphere. We need more professors who can make learning a subject interesting rather than just copying what the textbook says. Definitely looking forward to more tutorials.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Wow, thanks Kelly, what field are you in?

[@kellyb7321]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 mechanical, currently working for an emergency vehicle manufacturer. It's fun, and what you said about mass production moving to mass customization is absolutely true in this area. Every year customers get more and more imaginative in customizing their vehicles.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

@@kellyb7321 thanks for sharing. I visited a garbage truck company once many years ago and still remember the atmosphere of innovation and esprit de corps - they were reveling in it.

[@leonplisko8166]

Great resource. CAM & CAE tutorials would be great

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Thanks Leon, those are planned. It's going to take a collaboration for CAM, a friend of mine is just the guy, he's agreed but it will be a while yet. Then CAE will be after CAM.

[@silvermediastudio]

Some areas to move into next: 1) Threads and other fasteners 2) Assemblies of parts (static for now) and checking for interference 3) Intermediate features (complex extrusions and patterns on a path, for example) 4) Joints, and moving towards dynamic assemblies/motor links 5) Applications for the myriad of Construction options

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Great feedback 800.... You're right, I should have covered threads and holes by now. There are some intermediate tutorials in another playlist on my channel, you might like to look at this one which is where it starts and goes on to show you the basics of assemblies. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5jFaKCohLGLnNU

[@malkeetvirdi3582]

Hello Arnold, Thank you for taking the time in developing these fine Fusion 360 tutorials. I have been trying to learn Fusion 360 for a very long time. My interest in learning is to design model RC Airplanes such as the Airbus A320. Could you be putting forth a tutorial on Canvas's? I would really like to learn how to model formers for the fuselage and ribs for the wings. I hope this is something that you will consider. I have building models for over 50 years some from kits and some from hand drawn and scratch build. All the models that i have build are flown at the Werribee air model club. Thank you.

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Werribee! I drive past there whenever I drive to Melbourne. I must look up the model club sometime. As it happens, I was just planning a video to demonstrate the use of an image canvas, hopefully I will get that done within a couple of months but in the meantime there is a useful video that might help by Tyler Beck here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/foeokoycmdiajsU

[@malkeetvirdi3582]

@@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360 Wow, that is interesting you driving by. please stop by sometime. i will checkmout the vid. thank you.

[@namwens1]

Hi Arnold, thank you for these 16 tutorials. i've worked through them and completed them all and have now watched this video. Where to from here? your video editing needs some work haha. thanks

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

Congratulation namwens! and I do have a few new tricks to learn, you have no idea how many ums and ahs I've cut out of these.

[@jirvin4505]

Thanks just finished 16 parts. Put skill to use drawing a slot plate. So now the struggle is real learning tools speeds and feeds for the CAM. Managed to cut out my first part on the cnc mill. Hobbyist level about to retire and build model engines in the shed. 16 part series was great plus the grabcad tutorials were awesome - I was getting desperate and about to drop real money on solid works…. Not needed now

[@ArnoldRowntreeTeachesFusion360]

That's great news Jeffrey! I used Solidworks for years, its great software but I think you'll go for years before you need anything you can't do in Fusion 360. I wish I had more done already of the ideas for content but it will stay in 'dreamtime' for a while yet. Keep learning, there's lots of good stuff out there. I'm still looking forward to getting my first CNC machine so you'll be well ahead of me soon.