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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Template Design for Parts and Equipment
- Exploring Plant 3D template architecture and project configuration
- Building equipment templates with parametric properties
- Standardising naming conventions, attributes, and annotation styles
Component Library Modification
- Understanding component library structure: catalogs, specs, and classes
- Importing, editing, and versioning library components
- Best practices for sharing libraries across multiple projects
Isometric and Orthogonal Drawings
- Generating isometric drawings from piping models
- Creating orthographic (plan/elevation) views and adding detailing
- Customising isometric styles and annotation templates
Templates to Optimise Repetitive Activities
- Designing templates for recurring assemblies and skids
- Utilising data shortcuts and project templates to speed up delivery
- Scripting repetitive tasks and automating template application
Integration with Mechanical Design Elements
- Connecting Plant 3D piping with mechanical equipment models
- Managing connections, supports, and mechanical couplings
- Coordination workflows between piping and mechanical teams
Detailed Structural Modelling and Interaction
- Modelling structural members and platforms within Plant 3D
- Defining interaction points between piping and structural components
- Considering loads and applying practical placement strategies
Advanced Interference Checking and Conflict Resolution
- Running clash detection: configuring settings, tolerances, and reports
- Prioritising and classifying clashes for resolution
- Documenting conflict resolutions and updating models for sign-off
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A working knowledge of basic AutoCAD drawing and navigation
- Experience with 3D modelling concepts
- Familiarity with piping or mechanical design principles
Target Audience
- Piping designers and plant engineers
- CAD librarians and configuration specialists
- Structural and mechanical CAD professionals
Testimonials (2)
Understanding how to interact with the software efficiently. There were many times I would initially go a certain way about completing a drawing, and then Jai would show me an easier or more efficient method.
Ben Milligan
Course - AutoCAD: Beginner to Advanced
The practices and the fact that you can share your screen for guidance from the trainer
