Types of Models Computer-Aided Design software packages handle models in the following ways: 2D drawings Wireframe models Surface models (organic shapes) Solid models (mechanical parts and assemblies) SOLIDWORKS creates solid models, but it can also import, create, and manipulate surfaces, view models in wireframe mode, and generate 2D drawings from the 3D solid models. ScanTo3D tools, available in SOLIDWORKS Premium and SOLIDWORKS Ultimate, import mesh and point cloud data from which you can create surfaces and solid models. Parent topicApproach to Modeling Approach to Modeling Overview Sketching Versus Drawing Feature-based Models Types of Files Glass Box Visualization Templates Parametric Dimensions Design Intent Configurations Exploded Views Drawings Overview