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Welcome to this PTC Training Class

Prior to using the training materials in this course, you must read the information in the following pages. This
information explains how to:

• Use the training materials most effectively

• Download the exercise files and configure your computer for the class

• Position the application windows and navigate within the exercise instructions

How to Use this Course

The information in this web based course is organized into modules which are comprised of topics. Each topic is
divided into one or more of the following sections:

• Concept - The Concept contains detailed information about the topic, including text, images, and an optional
audio track.

• Demonstration - This is a recorded video that demonstrates the procedure lab.

• Labs - There two different types of labs that you will use in this course:
◦ Procedure - Procedures provide step-by-step instructions on how to complete the topic within Creo.
Procedures are short, focused, and simple labs that cover the specific topics to which they apply. Not
every topic has a Procedure as there are knowledge topics that can not be exercised.

◦ Exercise - Exercises are longer than procedures and are typically more involved and use more
complicated models. Exercises may be specific to a topic or may cover multiple topics, so not every
topic will have an associated exercise. You may also have Challenge exercises and Project exercises,
which are more involved and are used to review a broader range of information.

The first module is typically a process module. In the process module, you are introduced to the generic high-
level processes used during the course and after the course is completed. This module also typically contains an
exercise.

Most courses also have a project module, which encapsulates the knowledge gained in the course. The project
will contain one or more exercises that provide the process steps, but remove much of the detail from the
procedure, task, and detailed step levels. Thus students are encouraged to remember and reuse the information
provided in the course.

Note that not all courses have process or project modules.

Before Performing the Exercises

The exercises are performed on your installation of Creo software. Make sure that the version of Creo that
corresponds to the course you are taking (e.g. Creo 2.0) is installed on your computer before continuing. Contact
your administrator to ensure that you have the proper license to the Creo software modules required to complete
the lab exercises in the course you are taking.

PTC does not provide Creo software for Web-based Training or Virtual Classes.

Installing the Creo model files

1. Download the model files.

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◦ Locate the appropriate link from the Lab and Demo Files download page or from the top of any
Procedure, to download either the Commercial or Training Edition lab files. Unless you are working on
Student Edition or Training Edition Creo software, you will need the Commercial lab files.
◾ Save the zip file to your desktop, or your preferred location.

2. Extract the zip file to a location on your hard drive.

◦ If you do not have Winzip installed on your computer, you can download an evaluation copy from
www.winzip.com.

◦ Double-click on the zip file to open it.

◦ Click Extract, and specify a plain drive letter (for example, C:\ or D:\ ).
◾ The C:\ drive is used for this example.

◦ Make sure the Use folder names option is checked.

◦ Click Extract and close WinZip when finished.

3. Browse to the folder created by the zip file.

◦ For example: C:\PTCU\CreoParametric2

◦ Note that there are many subfolders below CreoParametric2. The labfiles are organized in subfolders
based on functional area, like Round or Sweep, for example. Within each functional area folder are the
working directories for the lab exercises. The instructions in each Procedure and Exercise indicate
which working directory you should use.

Creating a Special Startup Command for Creo

1. If Creo is already running, exit before performing the steps below.

2. Locate the Creo shortcut (from the Start menu or your desktop).
◦ Right-click the shortcut and select Copy.

◦ Right-click on your desktop and select Paste Shortcut.

3. Right-click the newly pasted shortcut and select Properties.

◦ If necessary, select the Shortcut tab.

◦ For the Start in: field, type (or paste in) the full path to the course folder.
◾ For example: C:\PTCU\CreoParametric2

4. Start Creo using the newly configured shortcut.

Using the Exercise Instructions

Positioning the training and Creo windows
• It is recommended that you maximize the amount of working area on your screen by setting your monitor to
the highest resolution setting, for example 1600x1200.

• Locate the training window in the left-most area of your window.

• Resize and reposition the Creo window to the right of the training window, as shown in the following figure.
This will enable you to easily view the instructions window while working.

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Figure 1 - Training setup

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