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Automotive Design & DMU Course Online from India
Understand how a vehicle is planned, packaged and styled, and learn to check a full digital mock-up for fit, clearance and motion. Live trainer-led classes for learners worldwide, with hybrid and 100% offline options in India.
Live online2 levels40 hYour time zone
01About the course
What you will learn in Automotive Design & DMU
Automotive design is the engineering work that turns a vehicle idea into a layout that can be built. It covers the overall architecture, where the engine or battery sits, how people fit inside, how the chassis and suspension are arranged, which materials are used and how the body shape handles air. Designers balance safety rules, comfort, cost, manufacturing limits and looks, and they work closely with styling, testing and production teams.
This page is for learners outside Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet – NRIs, professionals in the Gulf and other countries, and students elsewhere in India who want Automotive Design & DMU taught live by a trainer.
Basic computer use and an interest in vehicles are needed. Knowledge of engineering drawing and some experience with a 3D CAD tool such as CATIA will help, especially for the DMU course.
At a glance
- 2 programme levels: 40 h
- Live online, hybrid or offline in India
- Projects assessed before certification
- Certificate from the CADD Centre network
- Batches fixed around your time zone
02Outcomes
Skills you will be able to show
- Explain the main vehicle architectures and how the layout of a car is planned
- Plan basic vehicle packaging for occupants, powertrain and luggage space
- Describe chassis and suspension types and where each is used
- Apply simple ergonomics checks for seating, reach and visibility
- Compare materials and manufacturing methods used for vehicle parts
- Relate exterior shape to aerodynamics and styling choices
03Syllabus
Automotive Design & DMU syllabus by level
Every module and topic taught in the classroom batch is covered online. Open a level to see its modules.
Foundation level
Certificate in Automobile Design Concepts
Students and engineers who want a 40-hour grounding in how vehicles are designed, from architecture and packaging to aerodynamics and EVs.
40 hours9 modules · 27 topicsCertificate: CADD Centre network
01Vehicle Design Fundamentals3 topics
Vehicle design fundamentalsStages of a vehicle design programmeVehicle types and segments
02Automotive Architecture3 topics
Automotive architecture basicsMajor vehicle systems and how they connectFront, rear and mid-engine layouts
03Layout and Packaging3 topics
Vehicle layout and packagingOccupant, powertrain and cargo space planningKey vehicle dimensions
04Chassis and Suspension3 topics
Chassis and suspension designChassis frame typesCommon suspension types
05Ergonomics3 topics
Ergonomics studySeating position, reach and visibilityEntry, exit and comfort considerations
06Materials and Manufacturing3 topics
Material selectionManufacturing methods for vehicle partsWeight, cost and strength trade-offs
07Design, Aesthetics and Standards3 topics
Vehicle design and aesthetics studyAutomotive design standardsSafety and regulatory considerations in design
08Aerodynamics and Exterior Design3 topics
Aerodynamics basics for vehiclesExterior design and body shapeDrag and how shape affects it
09EV Architecture and Future Mobility3 topics
EV architectureBattery, motor and controller placementFuture mobility trends
Foundation level
Certificate in Automotive Digital Mock Up (DMU)
Learners who already know a 3D CAD tool and want to review full vehicle assemblies digitally in a 40-hour course.
40 hours6 modules · 23 topicsCertificate: CADD Centre network
01Introduction to Digital Mock-Up4 topics
What a DMU is and why it is usedRole of DMU in vehicle design reviewsDMU interface and navigationOpening and saving DMU sessions
02Working with Large Assemblies4 topics
Loading and organising product structuresViewing, hiding and filtering componentsVisualisation modesUsing saved views and scenes
03Design Review Tools4 topics
Sectioning the assemblyMeasuring distances and gapsAdding annotations and review markersCapturing images for review
04Clash and Clearance Checks4 topics
Detecting clashes and contactsClearance checks between partsReviewing and reporting resultsSuggesting fixes for common clash issues
05Basic Motion Checks4 topics
Defining simple joints for movementSimulating simple mechanism movementChecking moving parts for interferenceRecording a motion sequence
06Practice Project3 topics
Preparing the product structure for reviewDMU review of a vehicle sub-assembly with a findings reportPresenting the findings
04Tools covered
Software and tools you will use
Vehicle layout and packaging methodsErgonomics study methodsAutomotive design standardsEV architecture conceptsDigital Mock-Up review toolsSection and measurement toolsClash and clearance analysis
We provide training and instruction only. Software and licences are not included; use your own licence, or an educational or trial licence where the software maker offers one. See our Software & Licensing Policy. Certificates are skill-training certificates, not degrees or professional licences.
05Projects
Practice projects
Suspension comparison
Compare two suspension types for a chosen vehicle and explain which suits its use.
Driver ergonomics check
Study seating, reach and visibility for a driver position and list the improvements.
EV layout concept
Sketch a battery and motor layout for a small electric vehicle and note its effect on space and weight.
06How online works
How the Automotive Design & DMU course runs online
Pick the mode that matches where you are and what you can travel for.
Live online
Trainer-led sessions on your own computer. Same syllabus, project and certificate as classroom batches. Evening, early-morning or weekend slots in your time zone.
Hybrid
Part online, part in the lab. Take lab sessions at Vellore, Katpadi or Ranipet when you visit India, and the rest online. Depends on trainer and lab availability.
100% offline in India
Learn at our centres on any date that suits you and the trainer. Fast-track schedules possible. Partner-centre options in other cities are explored case by case.
07Class timings
Find your class time
Example slots for popular regions. Your exact timing is fixed with the trainer on WhatsApp.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 8:30 PM–10:30 PM |
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 7:30 AM–9:30 AM |
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 10:30 AM–12:30 PM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 12:30 AM–2:30 AM (next day) late night in Indiawinter · summer: 11:30 PM–1:30 AM late night in India |
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 11:30 AM–1:30 PMwinter · summer: 10:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 2:30 PM–4:30 PMwinter · summer: 1:30 PM–3:30 PM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 4:30 PM–6:30 PM |
| Singapore | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 3:30 AM–5:30 AM late night in India |
| Singapore | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 6:30 AM–8:30 AM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
08Pair it with
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Online details 09FAQ
Automotive Design & DMU online – FAQ
Still have a question? Message us on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppCan I learn Automotive Design & DMU online from outside India?
Yes. Automotive Design & DMU is taught live online by a trainer, with the same syllabus, hours and project as the classroom batch. Batches are planned around your time zone, subject to trainer availability.
How many hours is the Automotive Design & DMU course?
Automotive Design & DMU is offered at 2 levels (40 h): Certificate in Automobile Design Concepts – 40 hours; Certificate in Automotive Digital Mock Up (DMU) – 40 hours.
Do I need to buy the software?
We teach; we do not supply software. Use your own licence or an educational or trial licence where the maker offers one. Our Software & Licensing Policy explains the rules.
Can I attend some classes in person in India?
Yes. Hybrid and fully offline options are available at our Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet centres on dates agreed in advance, depending on trainer and lab availability.
What does it cost?
Fees depend on the level and mode. Message +91 8111 029 125 on WhatsApp for the current fee and payment options for your country.
Will I get a certificate?
On completing the course and its project you receive the CADD Centre network certificate. It is a skill-training certificate, not a degree or a professional licence.
Start from anywhere
Get the Automotive Design & DMU syllabus, fee and next batch
Tell us your country and preferred time. We reply on WhatsApp with the syllabus, fee and the next available batch.
- Live online, hybrid or 100% offline in India
- Batches in your time zone, based on trainer availability
- Free counselling and a syllabus on WhatsApp
- One number for everything: +91 8111 029 125