3DEXPERIENCE CATIA: Introduction to Modeling

In this course, you learn the process of designing models using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, from conceptual sketching, through to solid modeling, assembly design, and drawing production. Upon completion of this training course, you will have acquired the skills to confidently work in the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and gained an understanding of the parametric design philosophy of the CATIA apps.

Topics Covered in this 3DEXPERIENCE CATIA Training Course:
  • 3DEXPERIENCE Platform Overview
  • 3DEXPERIENCE Platform PLM Objects
  • Launching the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform
  • 3DEXPERIENCE Platform User Interface
  • Customizing the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform
  • Creating and Constraining Sketch Geometry
  • Sketched Feature Techniques and Formulas
  • Adding Material with Pad and Shaft Features
  • Removing Material with Pocket and Groove Features
  • Creating Reference Elements for construction and measurement
  • Fillet, Chamfer, Hole, Draft, and Shell Dress-Up Features
  • Pattern, Copy, and Mirror Duplication Features
  • Thin Features, Stiffeners
  • Rib and Slot Features
  • Multi-sections Solid Features
  • Feature Management Using the Hide / Show, Activate / Deactivate Functions
  • Parent/Child Relationships and Feature Failure Resolution
  • Obtaining Part Information
  • Managing Object Lifecycles
  • Assembly Design using Engineering Connections and Constraints
  • Constraint Creation and Assembly Management
  • Obtaining Assembly Information (Measure, Clash, and Bill of Materials)
  • Standard Parts from Catalogs and Save Management
  • Working with Drawings in the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform
  • Working with Multi-Body Models
  • Effective Modeling Tips and Techniques
Prerequisites in this 3DEXPERIENCE CATIA Training Course:
As an introductory course, 3DEXPERIENCE CATIA: Introduction to Solid Modeling does not assume prior knowledge of any 3D modeling or CAD software. You need to be experienced with the Windows operating system, and having a background in drafting of 3D parts is recommended.

Class topics, curriculum, and/or prerequisites may change depending on software version.