Computer Aided Drawing

Syllabus

1. Introduction to CAD for Chemical Engineering (3 hours)
   1. Overview of CAD and its applications in chemical engineering
   2. Basic concepts, navigating the CAD
   3. Basic commands and modifications
2. 2D Drawing Fundamentals (3 hours)
   1. Drawing and editing tools in 2D
   2. Layers, line types, and object properties
   3. Isometric and orthographic drawings
   4. Creating 2D diagrams for chemical processes equipment
3. PFD and P and ID (3 hours)
   1. Creating PFD (Process Flow Diagrams) and schematics for chemical processes
   2. P and ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) basics: introduction to P and ID symbols and conventions, creating P and ID drawings
   3. Symbol libraries and blocks
4. 3D Modeling (3 hours)
   1. Introduction to 3D modeling concepts
   2. Creating 3D models of chemical equipment and components
   3. Using 3D solids and surfaces
5. Advanced 3D Modeling (1.5 hours)
   1. Assembly modeling and parametric design
   2. Rendering and visualization of 3D models
   3. Importing and exporting 3D data
6. Chemical Equipment Design (1.5 hours)
   1. Modeling and design of chemical equipment
   2. Integration with process simulation software
   3. Equipment layout and design

Practicals

1. Introduction, Navigation and Basic Commands (6 period)
2. 2D Drawing Basics: Line, Circle, Ellipse, Polygon (6 period)
3. 2D Drawing Mastery: Creating Chemical Process/Equipment Diagrams (6 period)
4. PFD Proficiency: Designing Chemical Processes (6 period)
5. P and ID Proficiency: Designing Chemical Processes (6 period)
6. Introduction to Graphical Symbols for Chemical Engineering Applications (3 period)
7. Developing Assembly Drawings for Chemical Engineering Equipment (3 period)
8. Plant Layout Drawing (9 period)