Engineering Design & CAD · PPL

CATIA Design Certification

A specialist program designed to develop practical CATIA skills in parametric modelling, mechanical part design, assemblies, surface modelling, drafting, and engineering product development.

  • ⏱3 DaysDuration
  • ◈PPLAccredited
  • ◐3 LanguagesArabic · English · Hindi
  • ◆₹13,999.00 Per delegate

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— The journey

Course Outline

What the programme covers, module by module.

Module 1: Introduction to CATIA

  • CATIA overview
  • CAD/CAM concepts
  • Product development
  • CATIA applications
  • Design workflow
  • CATIA workbenches

Module 2: CATIA Interface & Navigation

  • User interface
  • Toolbars
  • Specification tree
  • Workbenches
  • View manipulation
  • Workspace configuration

Module 3: Sketcher Fundamentals

  • Sketcher workbench
  • Sketch planes
  • Profiles
  • Lines
  • Circles
  • Arcs

Module 4: Sketch Constraints

  • Geometric constraints
  • Dimensional constraints
  • Coincidence
  • Tangency
  • Parallelism
  • Fully constrained sketches

Module 5: Part Design Fundamentals

  • Part Design workbench
  • Bodies
  • Sketch-based features
  • Design tree
  • Parametric modelling
  • Feature-based design

Module 6: Pad & Pocket Features

  • Pad creation
  • Pocket creation
  • Length parameters
  • Limits
  • Profile selection
  • Feature modification

Module 7: Revolved & Swept Features

  • Shaft
  • Groove
  • Rib
  • Slot
  • Centre curves
  • Feature parameters

Module 8: Dress-Up Features

  • Fillets
  • Chamfers
  • Draft angles
  • Shells
  • Thickness
  • Feature editing

Module 9: Transformation Features

  • Mirror
  • Rectangular patterns
  • Circular patterns
  • Translation
  • Rotation
  • Feature repetition

Module 10: Advanced Part Modelling

  • Multi-body modelling
  • Boolean operations
  • Reference geometry
  • Complex features
  • Feature relationships
  • Design modifications

Module 11: Parameters & Design Intent

  • Parameters
  • Formulas
  • Relations
  • Design constraints
  • Parametric modifications
  • Design intent

Module 12: Assembly Design Fundamentals

  • Product structure
  • Components
  • Parts
  • Subassemblies
  • Component positioning
  • Assembly workflow

Module 13: Assembly Constraints

  • Coincidence constraints
  • Contact constraints
  • Offset constraints
  • Angle constraints
  • Fix components
  • Constraint management

Module 14: Assembly Management

  • Component replacement
  • Assembly updates
  • Interference checking
  • Clash analysis
  • Degrees of freedom
  • Assembly validation

Module 15: Surface Design Fundamentals

  • Surface modelling concepts
  • Wireframe geometry
  • Points
  • Lines
  • Planes
  • Surface workflow

Module 16: Generative Shape Design

  • Extruded surfaces
  • Revolved surfaces
  • Sweep surfaces
  • Fill surfaces
  • Multi-section surfaces
  • Surface operations

Module 17: Surface Editing & Analysis

  • Join
  • Trim
  • Split
  • Extrapolate
  • Boundary
  • Surface continuity

Module 18: Sheet Metal Design Fundamentals

  • Sheet metal parameters
  • Walls
  • Bends
  • Flanges
  • Cut-outs
  • Unfolding concepts

Module 19: Drafting Fundamentals

  • Drawing sheets
  • Drawing views
  • Projection views
  • Section views
  • Detail views
  • View management

Module 20: Dimensions & Engineering Documentation

  • Dimensions
  • Tolerances
  • Geometric annotations
  • Notes
  • Symbols
  • Drawing standards

Module 21: Measurement, Analysis & Design Validation

  • Distance measurement
  • Angle measurement
  • Mass properties
  • Section analysis
  • Interference analysis
  • Model validation

Module 22: Integrated CATIA Design Project

  • Sketch development
  • Parametric part modelling
  • Assembly creation
  • Surface modelling
  • Engineering drawing
  • Design validation
— 01.2 · Is it right for you?

Who it's for & what's included

Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.

Who it's for

Classroom

Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.

What's included

Everything you get

  • ✓ Live instructor on-site
  • ✓ Printed workbook & materials
  • ✓ Group exercises & case studies
Who it's for

Online Instructor-Led

Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.

What's included

Everything you get

  • ✓ Live instructor via video call
  • ✓ Digital workbook & resources
  • ✓ Session recordings
Who it's for

Self-Paced

Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.

What's included

Everything you get

  • ✓ On-demand video lessons
  • ✓ Interactive quizzes
  • ✓ 24/7 access on any device
— What you will master

Course Objectives

01

Navigate CATIA workbenches and apply structured CAD design workflows.

02

Create fully constrained sketches for parametric mechanical models.

03

Develop detailed 3D parts using feature-based modelling techniques.

04

Create and manage mechanical assemblies using appropriate constraints.

05

Develop complex shapes using wireframe and surface modelling tools.

06

Apply fundamental sheet metal design techniques to engineering components.

07

Produce engineering drawings with dimensions, tolerances, views, and annotations.

08

Analyse and validate CATIA models for professional product development.

— Questions answered

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CATIA?
CATIA is a computer-aided design and engineering platform used for 3D product modelling, mechanical design, assemblies, surface development, and engineering documentation.
Who should attend this course?
The course is suitable for job seekers, engineering graduates, mechanical engineering students, CAD designers, product design professionals, and aspiring mechanical design engineers.
Do I need previous CATIA experience?
No advanced CATIA experience is required. Basic knowledge of engineering drawing and mechanical design concepts can help learners progress more effectively.
Which CATIA areas are covered?
The course covers sketching, part design, assemblies, parametric modelling, surface design, sheet metal fundamentals, drafting, measurement, and design validation.
What practical skills will I develop?
You will develop skills in creating parametric parts, mechanical assemblies, complex surfaces, engineering drawings, and validated product designs using CATIA.
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