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SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo and NX are the design standards in automotive, machinery and consumer product firms.
Design & Engineering
Mechanical CADD courses
3D modelling, drafting, simulation and CAM training for mechanical, automobile and production learners at our three centres.
20 course pages38 programmes12–100 hoursAll 3 centres
01Overview
About Mechanical CADD
Mechanical CADD is the set of software skills a mechanical engineer needs to design parts, check them and prepare them for manufacture. Our courses cover 3D modelling and drafting in SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, Siemens NX, Autodesk Inventor and Fusion 360; simulation in Ansys and HyperMesh; CAM programming in Mastercam; tolerancing with GD&T; plant piping in PDMS; HVAC design; and MATLAB for engineering calculations. You learn sketching, part and assembly modelling, sheet metal, surfacing and detailed drawings step by step.
This matters locally. Ranipet has the SIPCOT estate and a BHEL unit, and the Chennai–Bengaluru corridor, Sriperumbudur and Hosur are home to automotive, auto-component and heavy-engineering plants that work with 3D CAD every day. Diploma holders, BE Mechanical and Automobile students and working draughtsmen can train at Katpadi, Vellore or Ranipet and finish with a model-and-drawing portfolio. Programmes like Automotive Design & DMU and Product Design Concepts also teach how designs move from idea to a release-ready package.
How to choose: If you are new to 3D, start with SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor, then choose CATIA or Creo if you want automotive work, or Siemens NX (CAD, CAM, Nastran) for tooling and manufacturing. Once modelling is comfortable, add GD&T for drawings or Ansys (Structural & Fluent CFD) and HyperMesh for simulation roles.
Skills you will gain
- Parametric part and assembly modelling
- Sheet metal and surface design
- 2D manufacturing drawings
- GD&T and tolerance stack-up basics
- FEA and CFD simulation
- CNC toolpath generation
- Piping layout and isometrics
- Design review and DMU checks
02Courses
All Mechanical CADD courses
20 course pages covering 38 programmes from the Excel catalogue. Every level of a tool sits on one page.
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 Also useful in Mechanical CADD
Civil / Architectural CADD
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 Project Management
MS Project Course
Learn to plan, schedule, resource and track projects in Microsoft Project, from the first WBS to earned value reports.
4 levels40–64 h
View course 03Why this domain
Why Mechanical CADD?
Model to drawing to machine
Learn the full chain: 3D model, 2D drawing with GD&T, and CAM toolpaths in Mastercam.
Simulation skills
Ansys and HyperMesh let you check stress, heat and flow before a part is made.
Portfolio projects
Finish with real assemblies and drawings you can show at interviews.
Trainers who explain patiently
Our mechanical design trainers have industry experience and give individual attention, so you can ask questions until a concept is clear.
Batches that fit your day
Weekday and weekend batches at Katpadi, Vellore and Ranipet, with Classroom, Online or Hybrid modes depending on trainer availability.
04Who it is for
Made for people like you
Mechanical diploma holders
DME and ITI learners who want draughtsman or CAD operator jobs.
BE / BTech Mechanical students
Students who want design software skills before campus placements.
Automobile and production engineers
Learners targeting automotive design or manufacturing roles.
Working draughtsmen
2D drafters who want to move into 3D modelling and analysis.
CNC and machining staff
Operators and programmers who want to learn CAM with Mastercam or NX CAM.
Piping and HVAC aspirants
Engineers interested in plant piping with PDMS or HVAC duct and load design.
05Careers
Roles this domain opens up
Mechanical Design Engineer
Creates 3D models and assemblies and releases drawings for production.
CAD Draughtsman
Prepares detailed 2D drawings with dimensions and tolerances.
CAE / FEA Analyst
Meshes models and runs stress, vibration or thermal analysis.
CFD Engineer (Junior)
Simulates fluid flow and heat transfer using Ansys Fluent.
CAM Programmer
Generates CNC toolpaths and setup sheets in Mastercam or NX CAM.
Product Design Engineer
Develops consumer or industrial products from concept to prototype.
Piping Designer
Builds plant piping models and extracts isometrics in PDMS.
HVAC Design Engineer
Calculates heat loads and designs duct and equipment layouts.
Typical salary
Fresher0–2 years₹2–3.6 LPA
Experienced3–5 years₹4.5–8 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 OEMs and auto componentsHeavy engineering and power equipmentIndustrial machinery and toolingAerospace and defence suppliersConsumer goods and appliancesOil, gas and process plantsHVAC and building servicesEngineering design services
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
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06FAQ
Mechanical CADD – FAQ
Still have a question? The counsellor at the centre you prefer replies on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppWhich is better for jobs: SolidWorks, CATIA or Creo?
All three are widely used. SolidWorks is common in machinery and small firms, CATIA in automotive and aerospace, and Creo in industrial equipment. Pick the one used by the companies you want to join.
Do I need AutoCAD before SolidWorks?
It is helpful but not required. AutoCAD teaches drawing basics, while SolidWorks starts directly with 3D sketches and parts.
Who can learn Ansys or HyperMesh?
These suit mechanical graduates who understand strength of materials and basic fluid mechanics. Knowing a 3D CAD tool first makes learning faster.
What will I build in the course?
You model parts, assemblies and drawings, and in analysis or CAM courses you run a simulation or generate toolpaths as your project.
What is Basic Mechanical (Executive Diploma)?
It is a longer programme that combines several mechanical design tools for learners who want a broad foundation in one plan.
What is the fee for Mechanical CADD 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 Mechanical CADD 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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