CAD with DesignCenter (formerly Siemens NX) and surface modeling, AutoCAD 2D/3D, and CATIA with surface modeling
Using Designcenter (formerly Siemens NX), AutoCAD, and CATIA V5, this course introduces well-known and widely used CAD programs for the field of mechanical engineering. You’ll not only learn how to create 2D/3D drawings and 3D models with AutoCAD, but also the 3D functions and techniques of DesignCenter (formerly Siemens NX) and CATIA V5 to create complex drawings. You’ll also learn how artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the workplace.
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Certificates: Certificate in “CAD with DesignCenter (formerly Siemens NX) and Surface Modeling”
Certificate "AutoCAD 2D and 3D"
Dassault Systèmes certificates "CATIA Part Design Associate" and "CATIA Assembly Design Associate" -
Examination: Praxisbezogene Projektarbeiten mit Abschlusspräsentationen
CATIA Part Design Associate und CATIA Assembly Design Associate -
Teaching Times: Full-timeMonday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. (in weeks with public holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.)
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Language of Instruction: German
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Duration: 20 Weeks
CAD with DesignCenter (formerly Siemens NX) and surface modeling
Fundamentals (approx. 2 days)
General Basics
File Management, Preferences
User Interface
Coordinate Systems in DesignCenter
Model Creation (approx. 6 days)
Sketch creation and editing
Sketch management
Shape Elements: Extrude, Rotate, Sweep, Loft, Boolean Operations
Reference elements
Design changes to the model
AI-assisted selection of geometrically similar elements
Use of intelligent assistance functions during modeling
Topology optimization and generative approaches to part optimization
Introduction to Convergent Modeling
Generative AI in the Design Process (approx. 2 days)
Introduction to AI in the Context of CAD and Design
Potential Applications of Generative AI in the Design Process
Using AI to Assist with Error Messages and Troubleshooting
Design using Design Center (approx. 4 days)
Synchronous Design
Parameter-Driven Updates
Design Logic, Working with Expressions
Sketch Geometry Using the Sketch Environment
Working with layers and layer categories
Creating Part Families/Variant Design
Reuse Library, Creating Your Own Library
Sheet metal design (approx. 1 day)
Modeling in the sheet metal and model environment
Assembly and Collaboration (approx. 5 days)
Creating Assemblies and Loading Options
Constraint Management
Master Model Concept
Positioning Components in the Assembly
Using the Assembly Navigator
Integrated collision checks and tolerance analyses; use of rules and inspection reports
Collaboration and Data Exchange in the Design Process
Drawing Creation (approx. 5 days)
Creating and editing drawing sheets
Part drawing
Assembly drawings
Creating and expanding symbol libraries
Model-Based Definition (MBD)
Product and Manufacturing Information (PMI)
Automation and API Integrations (approx. 2 days)
Creation and Use of Macros and Journals
Automation of inspection and modeling processes
Introduction to Automation with NX Open
Surface Modeling (approx. 3 days)
Reference Elements, Free-Form Curves, and Raster Images
Creating and editing surfaces
Transitions and free-form surfaces
Checking and Optimizing Surface Geometries
Application Example: Additive Manufacturing
Project work (approx. 10 days)
To consolidate the content learned
Presentation of the project results
AutoCAD 2D/3D
Basics (approx. 1 day)
AutoCAD interface
Drawing functions
Input options with mouse and keyboard
Grid/ Snap
Drawing creation (approx. 4.5 days)
Working with absolute and relative coordinates
ORTHO and POLAR
Query
Drawing functions
Editing functions
Working with object snapping functions
Editing objects via handles
Object snap track
Dynamic input
Properties window
Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process
Presentation of specific AI technologies
and possible applications in the professional environment
Drawing organization (approx. 1.5 days)
Layers and layer filters
Further layer tools
Create template
Hatching and filling objects (approx. 1 day)
Hatching
Fill areas
Repeat parts (approx. 1 day)
Creating and inserting blocks
Working with the DesignCenter and tool palettes
Using dynamic blocks
Editing blocks
Labeling and output (approx. 3 days)
Scale list
Plotting from the layout
PDF output file
Create and change texts, text style
Create and change dimensioning, dimensioning style
Multi-guide line
Additional topics (approx. 1 day)
Blocks with attributes
External references
Insight into 3D (approx. 3 days)
Modeling with the help of geometric solids and sketch-based modeling
Editing solids
Section, 2D image
visualization
Project work 2D (approx. 4 days)
To consolidate the content learned
Presentation of the project results
CATIA and surfaces
Introduction to CATIA V5 (approx. 1 day)
CATIA work areas, operation and user interface
Basic functions, preferences, units, templates
AI and automation in CATIA (approx. 1 day)
Presentation of specific AI technologies
AI in the design and automation of the design process
Creating solids (approx. 13 days)
Creating and editing sketches
Components based on sketches
Advanced solid modeling
Methods of creation
Preparation and transformation components
Creating wireframe geometries
Components based on surfaces
Analyzing and editing the solid model
Rearranging and repairing models
Parameterization and reuse
Creation of standard parts and catalogs
Creating and using PowerCopys
Creating document templates for parts
Assembly Modeling (approx. 5 days)
Design Methods (Bottom-Up/Top-Down)
Positioning and Manipulation of Components
Assembly constraints and degrees of freedom
Standard Parts, Catalog Elements
Structuring of assemblies
Subassemblies and assembly management
Analysis Methods
Scene Generation
Generative Structural Analysis (GSA/GPS/GAS)
Drawing creation (approx. 5 days)
Sheets, templates and format management
Derivation of 2D views from 3D models
Creating views and sections
View preparation
Exploded views
Formatting and inserting parts lists
Dimensions, fits, surface textures and reference elements
Drawing frames and title blocks
Further topics (approx. 2 days)
Insight into sheet metal construction
Excursus: CATIA surface modeling - wire geometry/wireframe (approx. 1 day)
Point types, lines, axes, polylines, planes, projected offset curves
Special curves: spline, helix/spiral, guide curve, isoparametric curves
Excursus: CATIA surface modeling - surface generation (approx. 1 day)
Profile surfaces: extrude - rotate
Surfaces of boundary curves: filling/transition surfaces, distance and loft surfaces
Excursus: CATIA surface modeling - geometry processing (approx. 1 day)
Connecting/repairing, trimming/separating
Project work, certification preparation and CATIA certifications: Part Design Associate & Assembly Design Associate (approx. 10 days)
Partial examinations: CATIA Part Design Associate and CATIA Assembly Design Associate
Changes are possible, the course content is updated regularly.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to efficiently and precisely create complex 3D designs using Design Center. You will have a solid understanding of parametric and synchronous modeling, assembly development, technical drawing creation, and surface modeling for free-form geometries. In addition, you’ll learn about modern features for AI-powered support, automation, and verification of design processes. Knowledge of Convergent Modeling, Model-Based Definition, and Product Manufacturing Information will round out your skill set.
You will also use the 2D functions and techniques of the latest version of AutoCAD software quickly and effectively to create complex two-dimensional drawings. The Autodesk product range is the most widely used CAD software in the world. As a vector-oriented drawing program, AutoCAD is based on simple objects such as lines, polylines, circles, arcs and texts and therefore offers you an excellent introduction to the field of CAD. You will also get to know 3D drawings and basic visualization techniques.
You will also be able to create complex 3D designs efficiently and accurately using CATIA V5 and apply your advanced surface modeling skills.
The course is aimed at people with a degree in engineering and experience in the field of design, product designers, technicians, technical draughtsmen from the fields of mechanical or electrical engineering and specialists from other sectors with relevant professional experience.
Didactic concept
Your lecturers are highly qualified both professionally and didactically and will teach you from the first to the last day (no self-study system).
You will learn in effective small groups. The courses usually consist of 6 to 25 participants. The general lessons are supplemented by numerous practical exercises in all course modules. The practice phase is an important part of the course, as it is during this time that you process what you have just learned and gain confidence and routine in its application. The final section of the course involves a project, a case study or a final exam.
Virtual classroom alfaview®
Lessons take place using modern alfaview® video technology - either from the comfort of your own home or at our premises at Bildungszentrum. The entire course can see each other face-to-face via alfaview®, communicate with each other in lip-sync voice quality and work on joint projects. Of course, you can also see and talk to your connected trainers live at any time and you will be taught by your lecturers in real time for the entire duration of the course. The lessons are not e-learning, but real live face-to-face lessons via video technology.
The courses at alfatraining are funded by Agentur für Arbeit and are certified in accordance with the AZAV approval regulation. When submitting a Bildungsgutscheinor Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein, the entire course costs are usually covered by your funding body.
Funding is also possible via Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF), Deutsche Rentenversicherung (DRV) or regional funding programs. As a regular soldier, you have the option of attending further training courses via Berufsförderungsdienst (BFD). Companies can also have their employees qualified via funding from Agentur für Arbeit (Qualifizierungschancengesetz).