This Fundamental CATIA V5 Sheet Metal Design (SMD) course will teach you how to create a sheet metal part using the standard wall, bend and stamping features. You will view how user features can be incorporated into a design and how you can make use of both standard and user-defined materials. Finally you will learn how to create a flat pattern and produce a detailed, annotated drawing.
What to Expect?
Learning Objectives
- Add 3D annotations to a part
- Manage and position annotations
- Create and manage annotation planes and views
- Manage the 3D geometry associated to the 3D annotations
- Create 3D views in the Part and how to use them to create 2D views in a Drawing
Booking Process
CATIA V5 Sheet Metal Design Agenda
The following lessons are included in the course
Lesson 1: Getting Started
- In this lesson, you will study the user interface of the Sheet Metal Design workbench.
- You will also learn how to define sheet metal parameters.
Lesson 2: Creating Sheet Metal Walls
- In this lesson, you will learn how to create primary and secondary sheet metal walls.
- You will also learn how to convert a part design model into a sheet metal design model.
Lesson 3: Creating Bends and Unfolded Mode
- In this lesson, you will learn how to create various types of bends.
- You will also learn about various reliefs and how to apply them.
Lesson 4: Using Flanges
- In this lesson, you will learn about various types of flanges and how to create them.
- You will also learn tips to create them properly and easily.
Lesson 5: Creating Sheet Metal Features
- In this lesson, you will learn how to create sheet metal features like holes, cutouts and stamps.
- You will also learn to apply dress-up features like fillets and chamfers.
Lesson 6: Using Transformations and Duplication
- In this lesson, you will learn how to create multiple instances of a feature using patterns and power copies.
- You will also learn to move, rotate or scale features.
Lesson 7: About Mapping and Output
- In this lesson, you will study various types of mapped elements and how to map the points and curves.
- You will learn to generate output in the DXF format.
Lesson 8: About Advanced Topics in Sheet Metal Design
- In this lesson, you will learn to import the sheet metal parameters and apply them.
- You will also learn to work with multiple bodies using the multi-body approach.
Training Methods
Choose from three different training methods available to you
Group / Classroom Training
Receive CATIA V5 Sheet Metal Design training in a group in a traditional classroom environment. Courses can be taken in one of our training locations in the UK, Ireland, US or Canada using DS approved training content and methodologies.
Advantages
- Cost effective training method.
- Leave the office to concentrate on learning.
- Learn more through group questions and feedback.
Live Online Training
With online training you will experience an interactive learning environment where you can give feedback, gain access to the training files and get time to work on training exercises.
Advantages
- Online courses can maximise convenience and save on travel expenses.
- More effective than video based training, with recorded videos learners are often not as focused on the training and skip exercises.
On-Site Training
Receive training at your place of work. This style of flexible training is perfect for teams or individuals who are faced with a specific challenge and require personalized courses with on-the-job coaching.
Advantages
- Use our state-of-the-art mobile classroom at your facility.
- Bring your team up to a consistent level of knowledge by having them take the same training at the same time.
- Benefit from flexible scheduling options.
Upcoming Courses
If you do not see a suitable training course scheduled below please contact us. Our training team are happy to discuss your requirements and can schedule additional courses or arrange onsite or bespoke training to suit your needs.
Date
- September 7, 2026 - September 8, 2026
Time
9:00 am - 5:00 pm BSTLocation
Virtual ClassroomDate
- November 30, 2026 - December 1, 2026
Time
9:00 am - 5:00 pm GMTLocation
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