SolidWorks Corporation: CSWA Sample Exam.

DISCLAIMER: This sample exam is provided to show you the format and approximate
difficulty level of the real exam. It is not meant to give away the whole CSWA exam.
These questions are an example of what to expect in the CSWA exam.
How to take this sample exam:
1. To best simulate the conditions of the real test, it is best NOT to print this exam.
Since the Virtual Tester client window runs concurrently with SolidWorks you must
switch back and forth between the two applications. Keeping this document open
and consulting it on your computer while running SolidWorks is the best method to
simulate the real test conditions.
2. The multiple choice answers should serve as a check for you to ensure that your
model is on the right track while completing this exam. If you do not find your
answer in the selections offered then most likely there is something wrong with
your model at that point.
3. Answers to the questions are on the last pages of this sample test document.
There are also hints that can help save time during the exam.
4. If you can complete this exam and get at least 12 out of the 14 questions correctly
in 180 minutes or less then you should be ready to take the real CSWA exam.

The following is the topic and question breakdown of the CSWA exam:

1) Drafting Competencies (3 Questions of 5 Points Each):

 Miscellaneous questions on drafting functionality

2) Basic Part Creation and Modification (2 Questions of 15 Points Each):

 Sketching
 Extrude Boss
 Extrude Cut
 Modification of Key Dimensions

3) Intermediate Part Creation and Modification (2 Questions of 15 Points Each):

 Sketching
 Revolve Boss
 Extrude Cut
 Circular Pattern
4) Advanced Part Creation and Modification (3 Questions of 15 Points Each):
 Sketching
 Sketch Offset
 Extrude Boss
 Extrude Cut
 Modification of Key Dimensions
 More Difficult Geometry Modifications

5) Assembly Creation (4 Questions of 30 Points Each):

 Placing of Base Part
 Mates
 Modification of Key Parameters in Assembly

Total Questions: 14
Total Points: 240
165 out of 240 points needed to pass the CSWA.
SAMPLE TEST.
1) The drawing view shown is an example of which SolidWorks view type? (5 points)

a) Section.
b) Crop.
c) Projected.
d) Broken.

2) To change the Drafting Standard of a drawing: (5 points)

a) Go to options and Document Properties.

b) Open the Sheet Properties and change standard sheet format.
c) Right click sheet and select edit Sheet Format in property manager.
d) Right click drawing view and select properties.

3) To create drawing view “B” it’s necessary to select drawing view “A” and insert
which SW view type? (5 points)

a) Multiple Configurations Position.

b) Angle Position.
c) Alternate Position.
d) Custom Position.
4) Create the following part. (15 points)

Save part after each question in a different file in case it must be reviewed. (15 points)
 Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)
 Decimal places: 2
 Part origin: Arbitrary
 All holes through all unless shown otherwise.
 Material: 1060 Alloy
 Density= 2700 kg/m³
A= 50.00
B= 10.00
C= B+20.00

What is the overall mass of the part (grams)?

a. 364.44 b. 323.56
c. 345.94 d. 355.22
5) Make the following changes to the part from Question 4. (15 points)
Note: Modified dimensions are indicated with inspection bubbles, new dimensions are
not.
 Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)
 Decimal places: 2
 Part origin: Arbitrary
 All holes through all unless shown otherwise.
 Material: 1060 Alloy
 Density= 2700 kg/m³

Uses the part created in the previous question and modify it by removing material and
also by changing the following parameters:
A= 50.00
B= 15.00
C= B+20.00

What is the overall mass of the part?

R/ _______ grams.
6) Create the part shown below. (15 points)

Note: Part is symmetrical across both the gray horizontal and vertical lines.
 Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)
 Decimal places: 2.
 Part origin: Arbitrary.
 Material: Copper.
 Density= 0.0089 g/mm³.
 All holes through all unless shown otherwise.
Use the following parameters and equations which correspond to the dimensions
labeled in the images:
A= 63.00
B= 50.00
C= 100.00

What is the overall mass of the part (grams)?

a) 1205 b) 144
c) 1108 d) 1280
 7) Build this part in SolidWorks.. (15 points)

 Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)

 Decimal places: 2.
 Part origin: Arbitrary.
 Material: 6061 Alloy.
 Density= 0.0027g/mm³.
 All holes through all unless shown otherwise.
Use the following parameters and equations which correspond to the dimensions
labeled in the images:
A= 100.00

What is the overall mass of the part?

R/ _______ grams.
 8) Create the Part Shown below. Use for Question 8 and 9. (15 points)
 Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)
 Decimal places: 2
 Part origin: Arbitrary
 Material: Alloy Steel
 Density= 7700 kg/mm³
All holes through all unless shown otherwise
Use the following parameters which correspond to the dimensions labeled in the
images:
A= 205
B= 185
C= 150
D= 115
E= 41
X= A/3
E=B/3 + 10

What is the overall mass of the part (grams)?

a) 11204 b) 10033
c) 9942 d) 11414
9) Update Parameters of the Initial Part in Q8. (15 points)
 Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)
 Decimal places: 2
 Part origin: Arbitrary
 Material: Alloy Steel
 Density= 7700 kg/mm³
Uses the part created in the previous question and modify it by removing material and
also by changing the following parameters:
A= 220
B= 195
C= 163
D= 112
E= 39
X= A/3
E=B/3 + 10

What is the overall mass of the part?

R/ _______ grams.
Modified Part, Question 9: Create the Part Shown below. Use for Question 10.
Note: Modified Dimensions are indicated with inspection bubbles, new dimensions are
not. "F" indicates a hole wizard hole at the center of the feature.
10) Modify the Part Based on New Images. (15 points)
Changes to preexisting geometry are labeled with inspection bubbles. New dimensions
are not. Closely examine the dimensions as there are quite a few changes.
 Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)
 Decimal places: 2
 Part origin: Arbitrary
 Material: Alloy Steel
 Density= 7700 kg/mm³
Uses the part created in the previous question and modify it by removing material and
also by changing the following parameters:
A= 2182
B= 200
C= 159
D= 115
E= 41
X= A/3
Y= B/3 + 10
F=
Hole Wizard Standard: Ansi Metric Counterbore
Type: Hex Bolt – ANSI B18.2.3.5M
Size: M8
Fit: Close
Through Hole Diameter: 15.00 mm
Counterbore Diameter: 30.00 mm
Counterbore Depth: 10.00 mm
End Condition: Through All

What is the overall mass of the part (grams)?

a) 11761 b) 15247
c) 12256 d) 10942
Modified Part, Question 10: Create the Part Shown below.
Note: Modified Dimensions are indicated with inspection bubbles, new dimensions are
not.
 11) Build this Assembly in solid works. (30 points)

It contains: It contains 3 components: Base, Yoke and Adjusting Pin..

Material: 1060 Alloy for all components.
Density= 0.0027g/mm^3
Base:
The distance between the front face of the Base and the front face of the Yoke: 60mm.
Yoke:
The Yoke fits inside the left and right square channels of the Base component, (no
clearance). The top face of the Yoke contains a Ø12mm through all hole.
Adjusting Pin:
The bottom face of the Adjusting Pin head is located 40 mm from the top face of the
Yoke component. The Adjusting Pin component contains a Ø5mm though all hole..

What is the overall mass of the part (grams)?

a) X= ‐30.00 Y= ‐40.16 Z= ‐40.16
b) X= 30.00 Y= 40.16 Z= ‐43.82
c) X= ‐30.00 Y= ‐40.16 Z= 50.20
d) X= 30.00 Y= 40.16 Z= ‐53.82
 12) Model the assembly shown in the figures provided. Use the following
information.(30 points)

 The assembly is a scissors lift containing seven components: Lower Base,

Upper Base, Link, Pivot, Short Pin, Long Pin, and Shaft. There are two short
pins, two long pins, two pivots, and eight links in the assembly.
 Unit system: IPS (inch, pound, second)
 Decimal places: 2
 Assembly origin: As shown
 Download the attached zip file and open it.
 Create the assembly using the following conditions:
 Each base has .025″ internal radii.
 The shaft is centered in the assembly horizontally (from left to right) and vertically
(between the lower base and upper base).
 The shaft fits in the holes in the pivot (no clearance).
 The pins fit in the holes at the ends of the links and each base (no clearance).
 All links are oriented at the same angle (Angle C).
 All holes are “through” holes.

 A= 20.50
 B= 6.50
 C= 36°

What is the overall mass of the part (grams)?

a) X= –1.35 Y= 3.00 Z= 4.25
b) X= –1.35 Y= 3.00 Z= 3.75
c) X= 1.35 Y= 3.00 Z= 3.75
d) X= 1.35 Y= 3.00 Z= 4.25
 13) Create new assembly with the following parts: (30 points)
 Base.sldprt
 Crankshaft.sldprt
 PistonRod.sldprt
 PistonHead.sldprt

 Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)

 Decimal places: 2
 Assembly origin: As Shown

What is the center of mass of the assembly (millimeters)?

a) X= –22.55 Y= 120.12 Z= 155.34
b) X= –22.85 Y= 113.54 Z= 173.53
c) X= 22.55 Y= -120.12 Z= 155.34
d) X= -30.53 Y= 102.11 Z= 166.38
 14) Modify this assembly in SolidWorks. (30 points)
 Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)
 Decimal places: 2
 Assembly origin: As Shown

What is the center of mass of the assembly (millimeters)?

X = _____
Y = _____
Z = _____