Industry-standard software
You train on the same tools design offices use: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, Revit, STAAD.Pro, Ansys and more.
Authorised Training Partner of CADD Centre
Design & Engineering courses
Mechanical, civil, electrical and MEP design software training with real projects, taught at our Katpadi, Vellore and Ranipet centres.
43 course pages102 programmes6 domainsAll 3 centres
01Overview
About Design & Engineering
Design & Engineering is where drawings turn into real products, buildings and machines. At CareerKraft, this school covers the software that engineers and draughtsmen use every day: AutoCAD for 2D drafting, SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo and NX for 3D parts and assemblies, Revit and BIM tools for buildings, STAAD.Pro and ETABS for structures, and Ansys or HyperMesh for simulation. Every course is delivered as an authorised training partner of CADD Centre, so you learn from a structured syllabus and finish with a partner certificate after your project is checked.
Our three centres sit in a region with strong demand for design skills. Ranipet has the SIPCOT industrial estate and a BHEL unit, Vellore district lies on the Chennai–Bengaluru industrial corridor, and automotive and manufacturing hubs such as Sriperumbudur and Hosur are within reach. Whether you are a diploma holder, an engineering student at a college near Katpadi, or a working draughtsman wanting to move into 3D and BIM, you can pick a course at the depth you need and build a portfolio employers can actually look at.
CareerKraft is the authorised training partner of CADD Centre for Design & Engineering courses at Katpadi, Vellore and Ranipet. About our partners
02All courses
Every Design & Engineering course
43 course pages, grouped by domain as in the official catalogue.
Mechanical CADD
AI-Powered Smart Product Design Course
Use AI tools to generate product ideas, sketches, 3D models and renders faster – then add the manufacturing information engineers need.
1 level40 h
View course Ansys (Structural & Fluent CFD) Course
Learn to test parts on screen with Ansys – mesh a model, apply loads, run structural, thermal and CFD studies and read the results with confidence.
3 levels40–80 h
View course Autodesk Inventor Course
Learn Autodesk Inventor to model machine parts, build assemblies, design sheet metal and create clear manufacturing drawings.
1 level40 h
View course Automotive Design & DMU Course
Understand how a vehicle is planned, packaged and styled, and learn to check a full digital mock-up for fit, clearance and motion.
2 levels40 h
View course Basic Mechanical (Executive Diploma) Course
A short 12-hour course that builds the mechanical basics – drawings, materials, machine parts and processes – you need before learning CAD.
1 level12 h
View course CATIA Course
Learn CATIA V5 to model parts, assemble products, design sheet metal and surfaces, and create drawings used in automotive and aerospace work.
2 levels40–80 h
View course Consumer Goods Product Design Course
Take a consumer product from CAD model to 3D print, working mechanism, mould-ready plastic part and simulation-tested design.
4 levels40 h
View course Creo Course
Learn Creo Parametric to model parts, build assemblies, design sheet metal and produce production-ready drawings the way product teams do.
2 levels40–80 h
View course Fusion 360 Course
Learn Autodesk Fusion 360 to sketch, model, assemble, render and document products – from first idea to a drawing ready for making.
1 level40 h
View course GD&T Course
Learn to read and apply GD&T on engineering drawings – datums, symbols, feature control frames, fits and bonus tolerance.
1 level16 h
View course HVAC Design Course
Learn to calculate cooling loads, size ducts and pumps, and draft HVAC layouts that site teams and consultants can actually use.
1 level40 h
View course HyperMesh Course
Learn to clean up CAD, build quality 2D and 3D meshes and prepare models that FEA solvers can run without errors.
1 level40 h
View course Mastercam Course
Learn to turn CAD models into CNC milling programs – from 2D contours and drilling to dynamic and 3D finishing toolpaths.
1 level40 h
View course MATLAB Course
Write MATLAB scripts, build Simulink and Simscape models, and simulate real mechanical, electronic and electrical systems.
4 levels40–80 h
View course PDMS (Piping Design) Course
Model plant equipment, route pipes, check clashes and produce isometrics, drawings and material take-offs in AVEVA PDMS.
1 level40 h
View course Product Design Concepts Course
Build the engineering basics behind every CAD model – drawings, tolerances, materials, PLM and design validation.
2 levels32–40 h
View course Siemens NX (CAD, CAM, Nastran) Course
Design parts in NX CAD, program CNC toolpaths in NX CAM and check designs with NX Nastran – one software, three career paths.
4 levels40–80 h
View course SolidWorks Course
Learn SolidWorks to model parts, build assemblies, design sheet metal and weldments, and produce shop-ready drawings and BOMs.
6 levels40–100 h
View course Civil / Architectural CADD
3ds Max Course
Learn Autodesk 3ds Max to model interiors, building exteriors and products, then light, render and animate them as realistic images and walkthroughs.
2 levels40–80 h
View course AI-Powered Smart Building Design Course
Use AI tools to explore floor plans and renders faster, while learning the design basics that decide whether a building actually works.
1 level40 h
View course AR/VR for Building Design Course
Turn your building models into immersive VR walkthroughs, 360° views and AR presentations that clients can explore before anything is built.
1 level20 h
View course Architectural & Interior Design Course
Learn the design thinking behind good buildings and interiors – space planning, materials, services, perspectives and Vaastu.
3 levels32–40 h
View course AutoCAD Civil 3D Course
Turn survey points into surfaces, design roads to IRC standards and calculate earthwork volumes with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
2 levels40–80 h
View course BIM (Building Information Modelling) Course
Learn how BIM projects are planned, modelled and coordinated – from ISO 19650 and execution plans to Revit models and clash-free drawings.
7 levels40–80 h
View course BIM 360 Course
Learn to combine building models, find clashes, link schedules and take off quantities – the coordination work behind BIM 360 projects.
1 level40 h
View course Design Thinking (SKEP) Course
A short, hands-on introduction to how engineers turn an idea into a drawing, a 3D model and a checked design in civil, electrical or mechanical work.
3 levels16 h
View course ETABS Course
Model multi-storey buildings, apply loads, run analysis and design concrete and steel members with ETABS.
2 levels40–80 h
View course Lumion Course
Turn SketchUp and Revit models into realistic renders, sketch-style concepts and walkthrough videos with Lumion.
1 level40 h
View course MicroStation Course
Draft accurate engineering drawings with MicroStation – from AccuDraw and cells to levels, dimensions, raster images and plotting.
1 level40 h
View course MX Road Course
Design road alignments, profiles, junctions, earthworks and pavement layers, and publish cross-section drawings with MX Road.
1 level40 h
View course Navisworks & 5D BIM Course
Combine BIM models, find clashes, simulate construction sequences and take off quantities for cost using Autodesk Navisworks.
2 levels40 h
View course Revit (Architecture, Structure & MEP) Course
Model buildings in Revit – walls to rebar to ducts – and produce coordinated plans, schedules and sheets from one BIM model.
5 levels40–80 h
View course SketchUp Course
Turn plans and ideas into clear 3D models of homes, interiors and landscapes – then present them as scenes and scaled 2D drawings.
2 levels40–80 h
View course STAAD.Pro Course
Model, load, analyse and design concrete and steel structures in STAAD.Pro – from simple frames to seismic checks and footings.
2 levels40–80 h
View course Structural Design Concepts Course
Understand how RCC beams, columns, slabs, staircases and footings are designed, detailed and estimated – the thinking behind the software.
1 level40 h
View course V-Ray Course
Light, texture and render interiors and exteriors in V-Ray so your 3D models look like real photographs.
1 level40 h
View course Electrical CADD
Basic Electrical (Executive Diploma) Course
A short, practical start in electrical fundamentals – circuits, wiring, earthing, safety and reading electrical drawings.
1 level20 h
View course Electric Vehicle (EV) Design Course
Learn how electric vehicles work and are designed – batteries and BMS, motors and powertrains, vehicle dynamics and range simulation.
3 levels40 h
View course Electrical & Wiring Harness Design Course
Learn how vehicle wiring harnesses are planned, routed in 3D, flattened and documented for manufacturing.
1 level40 h
View course Electrical CAD (AutoCAD Electrical) Course
Learn AutoCAD Electrical to draw control schematics, number wires, lay out PLC and panel drawings and generate BOMs and wiring reports.
2 levels64–80 h
View course Generic
AutoCAD Course
Learn AutoCAD to draw accurate 2D plans and machine drawings, manage layers and blocks, plot to scale and build basic 3D models.
2 levels40–80 h
View course MEP Design Concepts Course
Understand how buildings are cooled, protected from fire and supplied with water – the design basics behind every MEP drawing.
1 level80 h
View course IT
03Why Design
Why choose Design & Engineering?
Project before certificate
Each course ends with a project that is reviewed before your CADD Centre partner certificate is issued.
Levels for every stage
Start with an essential course of a few weeks or go deeper with proficient and master-level programmes.
Portfolio you can show
You leave with drawings, models and reports that you can share with recruiters during interviews.
Local industry nearby
SIPCOT Ranipet, the Chennai–Bengaluru corridor, Sriperumbudur and Hosur all need design and drafting talent.
Placement support
Resume help, mock interviews and job leads for design roles. Support, not a guarantee.
05Who it is for
Built for every stage
Diploma and ITI students
Mechanical, civil, electrical and EEE diploma holders who want a drafting or design job.
Engineering students
BE and BTech students who want software skills that the college syllabus does not cover in depth.
Fresh graduates
Engineers looking for their first job in design, detailing or simulation.
Working draughtsmen
Professionals moving from 2D drafting to 3D modelling, BIM or analysis.
Architecture and interior students
Learners who need Revit, SketchUp, 3ds Max, Lumion or V-Ray for presentations.
Career restarters
Women and professionals returning to work who want a skill that allows office or remote design work.
04Careers
Roles you can aim for
CAD Draughtsman
Prepares accurate 2D drawings and layouts from sketches and engineer inputs.
Design Engineer
Models parts and assemblies in 3D and releases manufacturing drawings.
BIM Modeller
Builds coordinated Revit models for architecture, structure and MEP.
Structural Design Engineer
Analyses and designs frames, beams and slabs using STAAD.Pro or ETABS.
CAE Analyst
Runs stress, thermal and flow simulations in Ansys, Abaqus or HyperMesh.
Interior / 3D Visualiser
Creates realistic renders and walkthroughs for clients.
Electrical Design Engineer
Draws panel, control and wiring diagrams in AutoCAD Electrical.
Piping / MEP Designer
Lays out piping, HVAC and services in plant and building projects.
Typical salary
Fresher0–2 years₹1.8–3.6 LPA
Experienced3–5 years₹4–8 LPA
Senior6+ years₹9–18 LPA
Indicative ranges for 2025–26. Actual pay varies by company, city, skills and experience; Tier-2 cities like Vellore usually sit at the lower end and metros such as Chennai or Bengaluru at the higher end. Figures in lakh per annum (LPA).
Industries
Automotive and auto componentsHeavy engineering and power equipmentConstruction and real estateArchitecture and interior design firmsOil, gas and process plantsConsumer products manufacturingInfrastructure and roadsEngineering services and outsourcing
Placements
Students placed from our centres
Naresh N
Knitwear Designer & Quality Checker
SGS India Pvt. Ltd, Bengaluru
Surendar S
Design Engineer, Assistant Engineer - Design
Hirise Drafting and Consulting Pvt. Ltd, Eversendai Construction Pvt. Ltd (ECPL), Chennai
Suresh K
CNC Lathe Programmer
Propel Valve Pvt. Ltd
Anish R
Design Engineer
New Auto Tech Pvt. Ltd
06FAQ
Design & Engineering – FAQ
Still have a question? The counsellor at the centre you prefer replies on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppWhich design course should I start with?
Most learners start with AutoCAD because 2D drafting is used in every branch. After that, choose a 3D or analysis tool that fits your branch and the jobs you want.
Do I need an engineering degree to join?
No. Diploma, ITI and even 12th-standard students can join many courses. Some analysis courses like Ansys are easier if you know basic engineering mechanics, and our counsellor will guide you.
What certificate will I receive?
You receive a CADD Centre partner certificate after completing the course and having your project evaluated. Certificates can be verified online.
Are these courses useful for jobs near Vellore?
Yes. Ranipet SIPCOT, the Chennai–Bengaluru corridor, Sriperumbudur and Hosur have many manufacturing, engineering and construction companies that use these tools.
Can I learn more than one software?
Yes. Many students combine AutoCAD with a 3D or BIM tool. Ask the counsellor about combined or master-level programmes.
What is the fee for design and engineering courses at CareerKraft?
Fees depend on the course and level you choose. Message the counsellor at your preferred centre on WhatsApp and they will share the current fee, any running offers and EMI options.
Can I learn design and engineering online or only in the classroom?
You can choose Classroom, Online or Hybrid. The mode depends on trainer availability for your course, so confirm it with the centre when you enquire.
Do you offer placement support after the course?
Yes. We offer placement support: help with your resume and portfolio, mock interviews and job leads. We do not promise or guarantee a job, but we help you prepare well and apply with confidence.
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