CAD Training in Durban

This live training in Durban is curated for professionals looking to master complex ArchiCAD modelling, automation, and BIM workflows. Learners will gain skills in customising templates, managing large-scale projects, and leveraging BIMcloud for seamless multi-user collaboration and efficient data exchange.

This live, instructor-led training in Durban is tailored for advanced CAD professionals. It emphasizes the creation of custom libraries, the integration of mechanical and structural components, and the implementation of rigorous interference checking. Participants will learn to optimize templates and manage conflicts to significantly enhance design precision.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level architects who wish to use ArchiCAD for architectural design, building information modeling (BIM), and advanced construction documentation.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn to create, modify, and manage both 2D and 3D views within projects.
• Understand and manipulate objects, components, and libraries in ArchiCAD.
• Create detailed building sections, elevations, and component details.
• Analyze and optimize building energy performance using ArchiCAD’s energy analysis tools.
• Develop photorealistic renderings and animations for presentations.
• Automate building processes and run performance simulations.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is tailored for intermediate to advanced SolidWorks users who wish to deepen their modelling skills, master advanced features, and enhance design efficiency and accuracy.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create complex parts, assemblies, and configurations efficiently.
• Use advanced modelling tools such as sweeps, lofts, and surfaces.
• Apply design tables, equations, and parametric controls.
• Perform simulations and motion studies to validate designs.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is designed for beginner-level electrical engineers and designers eager to leverage AutoCAD to produce professional-grade electrical drawings and documentation.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Grasp the fundamentals of electrical design and drafting using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Create and manage electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Harness AutoCAD Electrical's advanced tools and features to boost productivity.
• Apply industry best practices for electrical design and documentation.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level users who wish to explore the core functionalities of Solidworks PDM and its applicability to their organisation's design file management requirements.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key features and benefits of Solidworks PDM.
• Navigate the Solidworks PDM interface and workflows.
• Perform basic end-user tasks such as file check-in/check-out, versioning, and searching.
• Explore administrative functionalities, including vault configuration, user permissions, and workflow customisation.
• Assess the potential implementation of Solidworks PDM across multiple company sites.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level mechanical engineers and CAD designers who wish to use SolidWorks to design and implement industrial automation systems.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure SolidWorks for automation design.
• Design, simulate, and analyse industrial automation components and systems.
• Export designs for real-world implementation in industrial settings.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) targets advanced AutoCAD Plant 3D users aiming to leverage the software effectively for complex plant design projects.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Utilise AutoCAD Plant 3D for intricate and detailed plant design projects.
• Grasp advanced AutoCAD Plant 3D features, such as custom component creation, sophisticated data management, and complex routing.
• Oversee large-scale projects and collaborate efficiently with teams utilising diverse software tools.
• Customise the software and automate routine tasks to align with specific project requirements.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level professionals in plant design and engineering who wish to gain and enhance their skills in using AutoCAD Plant 3D.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a development environment that includes AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Create detailed 3D plant models and layouts.
• Generate accurate isometric and orthographic drawings.
• Effectively document and collaborate on plant designs.
• Debug common issues in AutoCAD Plant 3D.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate to advanced-level mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, and electronics engineers who wish to further enhance their SolidWorks knowledge by mastering advanced part modelling, as well as other advanced features and shaping capabilities of SolidWorks.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use multi-body solids, sweeping and lofting features, and more advanced SolidWorks features.
• Utilize the assembly modelling capabilities of SolidWorks.
• Master the advanced modelling features of SolidWorks.

This instructor-led live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level graphic designers and artists who wish to learn the basics of 3ds Max and how to create 3D models, animations, and renderings for various purposes.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a development environment that includes 3ds Max software, a computer that meets the system requirements, and Visual Studio Code.
• Create a basic 3ds Max project and explore the user interface and navigation tools.
• Use 3ds Max tools and modifiers to create and edit 3D objects, such as primitives, shapes, meshes, and splines.
• Use 3ds Max materials and maps to apply colours, textures, and effects to 3D objects.
• Use 3ds Max lights and cameras to set up the scene and adjust the lighting and perspective.
• Use 3ds Max animation tools and controllers to animate 3D objects and create keyframes, curves, and trajectories.
• Use 3ds Max rendering tools and settings to render the scene and export the final image or video.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, and electronics engineers who wish to further enhance their SolidWorks knowledge by mastering advanced part modelling, as well as other advanced features and shaping capabilities of SolidWorks.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use multi-body solids, sweeping and lofting features, and more advanced SolidWorks features.
• Utilize the assembly modelling capabilities of SolidWorks.
• Master the advanced modelling features of SolidWorks.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level web designers who wish to learn how to handle heavy drawings using AutoCAD.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the challenges associated with large drawings and implement strategies for efficient file organization.
• Apply techniques to improve drawing performance and handle regenerations efficiently.

This instructor-led live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level web designers who wish to learn how to use CATIA V5 for collaborative product creation and product data management.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the CATIA V5 interface and navigation.
• Create 2D sketches and transform them into 3D models.
• Develop assemblies to combine multiple components.

This instructor-led training in Durban equips intermediate interior designers with the essential skills to master SketchUp Pro on iPad. Participants will learn to model spaces, apply realistic materials, and enhance visualizations. Practical exercises ensure readiness for real-world design projects.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, and electronics engineers who wish to use SolidWorks to sketch and produce a detailed drawing of their ideas and concepts.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of SolidWorks.
• Design and create parts, assemblies, and 3D models with SolidWorks.

This instructor-led, live training in Durban (online or onsite) is aimed at web designers who wish to create precise 2D models using AutoCAD.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create and update AutoCAD drawings, plans, and layouts.
• Manage various style dimensions for advanced styling.
• Master the Cartesian coordinate system to create meaningful and dynamic input.

This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of the Systems Modeling Language (SysML), its application through the MagicDraw/Cameo software suite, basic Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) simulation techniques, and industry best practices. The training covers the creation of templates and generation of reports within MagicDraw/Cameo, as well as how macros and scripts operate inside MagicDraw and their potential applications.

This course is tailored to teach the fundamentals of the Systems Modeling Language (SysML), its practical application via MagicDraw/Cameo software, foundational MBSE simulation techniques, and industry best practices. The training covers core concepts and features of validation rules, validation suites, and model metrics, while introducing the essential principles of developing and utilising model queries within MagicDraw/Cameo.​

This live, instructor-led course in Durban (delivered online or onsite) is designed for architects aiming to utilise SketchUp for the creation of 3D architectural models.

By the conclusion of this programme, attendees will be equipped to:

• Utilise SketchUp to build 3D models of buildings, landscapes, scenes, and furniture.
• Apply diverse material types to the interiors and exteriors of 3D structures.
• Geolocate structures to map realistic elements, such as shadow patterns.