3-Month Program · Surfacing & Assembly Design
CATIA
16 hands-on modules · 12 tools & platforms · 90+ hours of training · Aerospace and automotive-grade surface modelling and assembly software used by large OEMs — surfacing, part design and assembly, built around real components and OEM design practices from day one.
What is the CATIA Course at STI?
The CATIA — Surfacing & Assembly Design course at Skill Training Institute (STI), Alpha-1, Greater Noida is a 3-month, 16-module, 90+ hour hands-on program teaching feature-based part design, Generative Shape Design surfacing, Class-A surface continuity, assembly design and OEM-standard drawings with BOM. It is built around aerospace and automotive OEM design practice, and learners finish with a complete surfaced component-to-assembly capstone package, backed by weekly assessments and 100% Placement Assist.
Who this course is for
Built for diploma/degree engineering students, ITI candidates and working professionals who want dedicated, in-depth training on CATIA for aerospace and automotive OEM-grade design — no prior 3D CAD experience required.
By the end you'll build robust parametric parts, create Class-A style surfaces with Generative Shape Design, structure multi-component assemblies, and produce a complete, OEM-standard drawing and BOM package.
1Program structure
Three phases over 12 weeks — from CATIA fundamentals and part design, through surfacing and assembly design, to drawings, detailing and OEM design practice.
| Phase | Modules | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 — CATIA Fundamentals & Part Design | 01–06 | The CATIA interface, sketcher and building robust, feature-driven parts |
| Phase 2 — Surfacing & Assembly Design | 07–12 | Generative Shape Design surfacing, assembly constraints and basic kinematics |
| Phase 3 — Drawings, Detailing & Industry Practice | 13–16 | Drafting standards, GD&T, BOM and aerospace/automotive OEM design workflows |
2Full curriculum — all 16 modules
Click any phase to expand its modules, or open a module directly for a detailed description.
Phase 1CATIA Fundamentals & Part DesignModules 01–06The CATIA interface, sketcher and building robust, feature-driven parts+
01Introduction to CATIA & the Interface+
Getting comfortable with the CATIA workspace — specification tree, workbenches and workflow you'll use in every module.
02Sketcher Fundamentals & Constraints+
Building fully-constrained 2D sketches using geometric and dimensional constraints.
03Part Design: Pad, Pocket, Shaft & Groove+
Turning 2D sketches into solid 3D geometry using the core Part Design workbench features.
04Fillets, Chamfers, Shells & Pattern Features+
Refining part geometry and reusing features efficiently with patterns and mirrors.
05Advanced Sketching & Rib/Loft Features+
Modelling complex, non-prismatic shapes using guided ribs and lofted profiles.
06Parametric Design & Specification Tree Management+
Driving geometry with parameters and formulas, and keeping a clean, editable specification tree.
Phase 2Surfacing & Assembly DesignModules 07–12Generative Shape Design surfacing, assembly constraints and basic kinematics+
07Generative Shape Design: Wireframe & Basic Surfaces+
Building wireframe geometry and basic extrude/revolve surfaces in the GSD workbench.
08Advanced Surfacing: Blend, Sweep & Fill+
Creating complex surface geometry with blend, sweep and fill surface operations.
09Surface Continuity & Class-A Surfacing Basics+
Checking and controlling surface continuity for styled, aerospace/automotive-grade panels.
10Assembly Design Fundamentals & Constraints+
Bringing components together into an assembly using standard placement constraints.
11Large Assembly Management & Product Structure+
Structuring large, multi-hundred-part product trees the way OEM design teams organise work.
12Kinematics & Basic Motion Simulation (DMU)+
Defining mechanisms and running basic motion and interference checks in DMU Kinematics.
Phase 3Drawings, Detailing & Industry PracticeModules 13–16Drafting standards, GD&T, BOM and aerospace/automotive OEM design workflows+
13Drafting Fundamentals: Views & Layouts+
Generating orthographic and section views from 3D models with correct sheet layout.
14Dimensioning & GD&T in CATIA Drawings+
Applying dimensioning standards and GD&T symbols the way aerospace and automotive drawings require.
15Assembly Drawings, BOM & Exploded Views+
Creating assembly drawings with balloon call-outs, exploded views and a linked BOM.
16Capstone: Complete Surfaced Component-to-Assembly Design Package+
Delivering a full OEM-style design package — surfaced part, assembly, and a complete drawing & BOM set.
312 tools & platforms you'll use
Everything is taught on real, industry-standard CATIA tools you'll use later on the job — not simulations. Swipe or use the arrows to browse every category.
4How each module is taught
Every module follows the same practical, real-part lens, so you always know what to expect in class.
Concept Walkthrough
Trainer explains the concept with a real aerospace or automotive component first, then the feature or workflow.
Live Along
You build the same part, surface or assembly step by step, right alongside the trainer.
Hands-on Exercise
An independent task applying the concept to a new component or design problem.
Doubt Clearing
One-on-one help for anyone stuck, before the class moves to the next module.
Weekly Assessment
A short practical CATIA test every week so gaps are caught early, not at the end.
5Projects & portfolio
Four practical, portfolio-ready design projects across the full syllabus — the kind of work you'll show in interviews.
- Project 1. Fully modelled, parametric component using Part Design
- Project 2. Class-A style surfaced component built with Generative Shape Design
- Project 3. Multi-part assembly built with proper constraints and a structured product tree
- Project 4. Capstone: complete surfaced component-to-assembly design package with drawings and BOM
6Assessment & certification
Weekly practical assessments covering part design, surfacing and assemblies, with instructor review and feedback.
Final practical exam across all three phases, plus the capstone project used as your demonstrable, portfolio-ready proof of skill.
Certificate of completion, plus resume and design portfolio support through our 100% Placement Assist program.
7Quick answers
Do I need any prior CAD or engineering background?
No. Basic familiarity with mechanical shapes helps but isn't required — every concept, from sketching to surfacing, is taught from the ground up.
Do I need my own laptop with CATIA installed?
CATIA is licence- and hardware-heavy, so institute computers with CATIA are provided in class; a personal laptop is optional and only useful if it meets CATIA's requirements.
Is this course specific to aerospace, or also useful for automotive?
Core CATIA part design, surfacing and assembly skills apply to both; the industry-practice module and project choices reflect conventions used by aerospace and automotive OEMs alike.
Will I actually design real components, or is it mostly theory?
You'll design real parts, surfaces and assemblies from week one. Every module includes hands-on practice on realistic components, ending in a full design-package capstone.
Are classes online, offline, or both?
Both. Offline batches run at our Alpha-1, Greater Noida campus; online live batches follow the same curriculum with the same trainers. Morning, evening and weekend timings are available.
What can I do after completing this course?
You'll be ready for design engineer, surfacing engineer and DMU/CAD engineer roles at aerospace and automotive OEMs and their supplier firms, with a design portfolio of real projects, and can progress into advanced simulation or manufacturing tracks with the same placement support.
How is CATIA different from AutoCAD or SolidWorks?
AutoCAD is primarily 2D drafting software, while SolidWorks and CATIA are both 3D CAD tools. CATIA is the OEM-grade platform large aerospace and automotive manufacturers standardise on for Class-A surfacing, large assembly management and DMU/kinematics work — the focus of this course.
Ready to see a class live?
Book a free, no-obligation demo class and sit in on a real CATIA session before you decide anything.
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