Course script

Course-wise Breakdown & Counseling Guide

1. AutoCAD (Mechanical / Civil / Architecture)

Target Learner: Engineering students, diploma holders, draftsmen, architects

Focus: 2D Drafting, 3D Modeling (Basic to Advanced)

Duration: 1.5 – 2.5 Months

Specialization Tracks:

Mechanical: GD&T, Isometric Views, Sheet Metal

Civil: Plans, Elevations, Layouts

Architecture: Floor Plans, Interior Layouts

Jobs: CAD Designer, Draftsman, Design Support Engineer

Counselor Tip: Entry point into the world of CAD. Required across industries.

2. SolidWorks / Solid Edge

Target Learner: Mechanical engineers & product designers

Focus: 3D Part Modeling, Assembly, Motion & Simulation

Modules: Sketch, Extrude, Assembly, SimulationXpress

Duration: 2 – 3 Months

Jobs: Product Design Engineer, Mechanical Draftsman, 3D Modeler

Counselor Tip: In demand for sheet metal, fabrication, and manufacturing jobs.

3. CATIA

Target Learner: Aerospace, Automotive, and High-end product designers

Focus: Advanced surface modeling and high-precision part design

Modules: Part Design, Assembly, Generative Shape Design, DMU Kinematics

Duration: 2 – 3 Months

Jobs: Design Engineer in MNCs (Airbus, Mahindra, Dassault)

Counselor Tip: CATIA = Industry standard in aerospace and automotive domains.

4. PTC Creo (Pro-E)

Target Learner: Mechanical designers

Focus: Parametric 3D modeling with real-time changes

Modules: Sketch, Sheet Metal, Surfacing, Analysis

Duration: 2 – 3 Months

Jobs: Product Designer, Mechanical Analyst

Counselor Tip: Preferred in US-based engineering companies for PLM-based design.

5. ANSYS

Target Learner: Mechanical engineers with a focus on analysis

Focus: Simulation (Stress, Thermal, Fluid Flow)

Modules: Static Structural, Thermal, CFD, Modal, APDL

Duration: 2.5 – 3 Months

Jobs: CAE Analyst, Simulation Engineer

Counselor Tip: Must-have for R&D and testing jobs in core design industries.

6. UG-NX (Siemens NX)

Target Learner: Automotive, Aerospace, Advanced manufacturing

Focus: 3D Modeling + CAM + FEA Integration

Modules: Modeling, Drafting, CAM, Sheet Metal

Duration: 2 – 3 Months

Jobs: Design Engineer, CAM Programmer, Analyst

Counselor Tip: High-end software – used by MNCs like Siemens, Boeing.

7. Inventor (by Autodesk)

Target Learner: Mechanical design aspirants

Focus: Assembly, 3D Parametric Modeling, Stress Analysis

Duration: 2 – 2.5 Months

Jobs: Mechanical Design Engineer, Manufacturing Designer

Counselor Tip: Simpler than SolidWorks; works best in the Autodesk ecosystem.

8. Revit Architecture / Structure / MEP

Target Learner: Civil engineers, Architects, Site Engineers

Focus: 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Tracks:

Architecture: Floor Plans, Wall, Roof, 3D View

Structure: Beams, Columns, Foundation, Load Analysis

MEP: Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing Systems

Duration: 2 – 3 Months

Jobs: BIM Modeler, Revit Technician, MEP Engineer

Counselor Tip: BIM is becoming a standard requirement for overseas projects.

9. STAAD Pro

Target Learner: Civil & Structural Engineers

Focus: Structural design and analysis

Modules: RCC/Steel Design, Load Calculations, IS Codes

Duration: 2 – 2.5 Months

Jobs: Structural Designer, Civil Engineer

Counselor Tip: Required in structural consultancy firms for bridges, buildings.

10. Primavera (Project Management)

Target Learner: Civil engineers, construction managers

Focus: Planning, Scheduling, Resource Management

Modules: Gantt Charts, WBS, Cost Control, Baselines

Duration: 2 Months

Jobs: Project Planner, Scheduler, Site Planning Engineer

Counselor Tip: Preferred over MS Project in large-scale infra and construction projects.

11. SP3D & E3D (Plant Design Software)

Target Learner: Mechanical, Piping, Chemical, Civil engineers

Focus: 3D Plant Design for refineries, power plants

Modules: Equipment Modeling, Piping, Structural, Isometric Drawings

Duration: 2 – 3 Months

Jobs: Piping Design Engineer, Plant Layout Designer

Counselor Tip: Highly demanded in Oil & Gas, EPC, and refinery projects.

12. Google SketchUp

Target Learner: Architects, Interior Designers, Civil Engineers

Focus: 3D modeling for concept visualization

Duration: 1 – 1.5 Months

Jobs: 3D Modeler, Freelance Architect Designer

Counselor Tip: Easy-to-learn tool with fast visualization output for clients.

13. 3ds Max (with V-Ray / Corona)

Target Learner: Architects, Interiors, Animators

Focus: 3D Rendering, Lighting, Animation

Modules: Modeling, Texturing, Lighting, Rendering

Duration: 2 – 3 Months

Jobs: 3D Visualizer, Rendering Artist

Counselor Tip: Best paired with AutoCAD or Revit for photo-realistic output.