Siemens NX and surfaces with Inventor

The course teaches you how to use two common CAD programs. First, you will acquire in-depth knowledge of model creation, assembly modeling and drawing creation as well as surface modeling with Siemens NX. You will then learn how to use Inventor to create 3D parametric solids and drawings. An insight into the use of artificial intelligence in the profession will round off your knowledge.
  • Certificates: Inventor" certificate
    Certificate "Siemens NX and surfaces"
  • Examination: Praxisbezogene Projektarbeiten mit Abschlusspräsentationen
  • Teaching Times: Full-time
    Monday 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.)
  • Language of Instruction: German
  • Duration: 12 Weeks

CAD with Siemens NX and surface modeling

Basics (approx. 2 days)

General basics

File management, default settings

User interface

Coordinate systems in Siemens NX


Model creation (approx. 6 days)

Sketch creation and editing

Sketch management

Shape elements: extrude, rotate, sweep, lofting, Boolean operations

Reference elements

Design changes in the model

AI-supported modeling support:

Recognition of geometric features by AI, Automated suggestions for shape elements and features

Introduction to Convergent Modeling


Artificial intelligence in the work process (approx. 2 days)

Introduction to ChatGPT and generative AI in the context of the Siemens NX CAD system

Practical examples of prompt engineering in design

ChatGPT for support with error messages and troubleshooting


Design with Siemens NX (approx. 4 days)

Synchronous design

Parameter-driven updates

Design logic, working with expressions

Sketch geometry with the Sketch environment

Working with layers, 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

Constraints management

Master model concept

Positioning the components in the assembly

Use of the assembly navigator

Integrated collision checks and tolerance analyses, use of rules and test protocols

Cloud and collaboration functions in Siemens NX


Drawing creation (approx. 5 days)

Creating and editing drawing sheets

Individual part drawing

Assembly drawings

Creating and expanding symbol libraries

Model-Based Definition (MBD)

Product Manufacturing Information (PMI)


Automation and API integrations (approx. 2 days)

Creation and use of macros and journals

Automation of testing and modeling processes

Introduction to API structures of Siemens NX (NX Open, Open C API, GRIP)


Surface modeling (approx. 3 days)

Reference elements or raster image

Studio spline, curves

Extruded surfaces

Additive manufacturing application example: surface modeling for free-form surfaces and printable geometries


Project work (approx. 10 days)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results

CAD with Inventor

Introduction to the Inventor interface (approx. 1 day)

User interface and navigation

Project structure and file management

Configuration and display settings


Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation (approx. 1 day)

Use of AI in the design process

Practical examples: Generative design, automated testing processes

Workflows with Autodesk Design Automation


Volumetric body creation (approx. 6 days)

Creating and modifying sketches

3D components: Extrusion, rotation, drilling, sweep, loft

Placed elements

Advanced modeling: multi-body technique, model states, surface processing

Methods of creation

Working elements

Analyzing and editing the solid model

Design changes


Assembly modeling (approx. 3 days)

Assembly concepts: Bottom up/Top down/Middle out

Parametric positioning of components and links and 3D dependencies

Assembly elements, standard parts, libraries

Contact solvers and collision analysis

Motion simulation

Insertion of standard parts


Drawing derivation (approx. 2 days)

Drawing views

Manual and automatic dimensioning

Standard-compliant labeling and keywording

Drawing derivations of assemblies

Exploded views

Parts lists, item numbers, exploded views

Creation of individual title blocks and templates


Advanced topics (approx. 2 days)

Additional programs (design assistant)

Generators for shafts and gears

Insight into sheet metal processing and welded assemblies

"Pack and Go", iParts, model annotations


Project work (approx. 5 days)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results



Changes are possible. The course content is updated regularly.

In addition, you will learn the professional handling of 3D design with the CAD program Inventor and will be able to use it immediately afterwards in the workplace. You will be able to use the latest software version quickly and confidently.

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.

The growing importance of Siemens NX in automotive body construction, mechanical engineering and shipbuilding opens up numerous new job opportunities.

The Inventor program is also used worldwide in mechanical engineering, toolmaking, sheet metal processing and plant engineering. Specialists with Inventor qualifications are employed in almost all industries.

Your meaningful certificate provides a detailed insight into the qualifications you have acquired and improves your career prospects.

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).

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0800 3456-500 Mon. - Fri. from 8 am to 5 pm
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