PAE(04/14/25): Set up, create, and Modify Isometric Drawing

What is an isometric drawing?

• A 2D representation of an object

• A 3D representation of an object with equally scaled dimensions along each axis

• A drawing with dimensions only along the X and Y axes

• A perspective drawing with vanishing points

Why do engineers use isometric drawings?

• To create artistic impressions

• To visualize how parts will look in real space

• To reduce the size of the object

• To simplify complex calculations

Why do engineers use isometric drawings instead of only orthographic views?

• To save time in drawing

• To show real-world 3D perspectives clearly

• To reduce the cost of materials

• To simplify calculations

After logging in to Onshape, what should you click to create a new document?

• "Open" > "File"

• "New" > "Project"

• "Create" > "Document"

• "Start" > "New"

What units should you set for this class in your document in Onshape?

• Inches

• Centimeters

• Millimeters

• Feet

What is the first step in creating an isometric mug in Onshape?

• Select a template

• Open a new document and name it

• Import a 3D model

• Set the units of measurement

Which tool is used to pull the circle up to a height in Onshape?

• Sketch tool

• Extrude tool

• Offset tool

• Fillet tool

What is the purpose of drawing a circle in the sketch?

• To create a base for a cube

• To define the top of a pyramid

• To form the base of the cylinder

• To outline a sphere

What is the sequence of steps to create a sketch in Onshape?

• Draw a circle > Select the Top Plane > Create Sketch

• Create Sketch > Select the Top Plane > Draw a circle

• Select the Top Plane > Draw a circle > Create Sketch

• Select the Top Plane > Create Sketch > Draw a circle

What is the main shape created for the mug body in Onshape?

• Sphere

• Cylinder

• Cube

• Cone