Core Technical Topics

1. Overview of CSWPA-MM Certification

Exam format, duration, passing criteria, and benefits

2. Essential Mold Design Concepts

Draft analysis, undercut detection, parting lines, and shut-off surfaces

3. SOLIDWORKS Mold Tools Deep Dive

Tooling split, cavity/core creation, parting surface generation

4. Advanced Surfacing Techniques

Ruled, knit, filled, and lofted surfaces for mold geometry

5. Common Exam Challenges

Shrinkage, scale factors, mold cooling, and max mold opening