Course Overview
This course focuses on strategies for designing products efficiently, optimizing design processes while balancing cost, quality, and manufacturability. Participants will explore techniques to streamline design workflows, use CAD tools effectively, and implement cost-effective solutions. Practical applications include hands-on exercises using industry-standard software.
Course Duration
5 Days
Target Audience
- Product Designers
- Design Engineers
- Manufacturing Engineers
- Project Managers
- R&D Specialists
Organizational Impact
- Streamlined product design processes leading to reduced development time.
- Lower production costs through efficient design practices.
- Improved product quality and manufacturability.
Personal Impact
- Enhanced skills in designing products efficiently.
- Proficiency in using design tools to optimize workflows.
- Ability to implement effective design strategies and practices.
Course Outline
Course Objectives
- Apply efficient design strategies to improve product development processes.
- Utilize CAD tools and techniques to streamline workflows.
- Implement cost-effective design practices and assess their impact.
- Develop strategies for balancing design quality with manufacturability.
Course Modules
Course Outline
Module 1: Principles of Efficient Product Design
- Key principles and strategies for efficient product design.
- Balancing cost, quality, and manufacturability in design decisions.
- Techniques for optimizing design workflows and processes.
- Identifying and addressing inefficiencies in design.
- Case Study: Applying efficient design principles using SolidWorks to a product development scenario.
Module 2: Optimizing Design Processes
- Methods for streamlining design workflows and processes.
- Best practices for reducing design cycle time and enhancing productivity.
- Tools and techniques for process optimization in product design.
- Measuring and evaluating the impact of process improvements.
- Case Study: Improving design efficiency through workflow optimization using Autodesk Fusion 360.
Module 3: Cost-Effective Design Practices
- Identifying cost drivers and implementing cost-effective design solutions.
- Techniques for reducing production costs while maintaining quality.
- Conducting cost-benefit analyses for design decisions.
- Strategies for achieving cost savings through design modifications.
- Case Study: Implementing cost-effective design changes to a product using cost estimation software.
Module 4: Using CAD Tools for Design Efficiency
- Advanced features and functionalities of CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, Autodesk Inventor) for design optimization.
- Techniques for integrating CAD tools into the design process.
- Using CAD tools to analyze and improve design efficiency.
- Best practices for leveraging CAD software in product design.
- Case Study: Enhancing design efficiency using CAD tools and techniques.
Module 5: Developing and Implementing Design Strategies
- Creating and implementing a plan for applying efficient design strategies.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize product design.
- Monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of design strategies.
- Strategies for continuous improvement in design processes.
- Real-Life Project: Developing and implementing efficient design strategies for a new product using CAD and simulation tools.
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Course Administration Details
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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