AutoCAD Pressure Vessel Design Training Course

ICTI and Partners Certification

1 Week

20 hours

Classroom, In-House, Online

Price: £3500

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In today’s high-demand engineering environment, precision and compliance are non-negotiable. The AutoCAD Pressure Vessel Design Training Course by Imperial Corporate Training Institute is an advanced, industry-oriented program created for engineers and design professionals who aim to master the technical and regulatory aspects of pressure vessel design using AutoCAD. This engaging course serves as a link between the conceptualization of the design and its implementation in industry, equipping professionals to prepare complete high-quality drawings for pressure vessels that comply with ASME, API, and ISO codes and standard requirements.

The course places a strong emphasis on corporate productivity and project efficiency while training participants to minimize the time taken by the complete vessel design process by incorporating drafting in 2D and designing in 3D and reducing the refinements needed by including updates to detailing and documentation all with respect to safety considerations, manufacture, and inspection within the framework of the appropriate code/standard applications when relevant. The course is delivered by corporate design professionals who can ensure every participant will develop depth of understanding related to practical design issues so they can work in confidence with their projects within oil & gas, petrochemical, energy and process industries.

Objectives

The AutoCAD Pressure Vessel Design Training Course by Imperial Corporate Training Institute is crafted to deliver the following key outcomes:

To empower practitioners with advanced expertise in AutoCAD for professional pressure vessel design and drafting practice for industrial applications.

To support an enhanced understanding of ASME Section VIII, API 650, and other critical design code considerations in vessel construction for compliance with the codes.

To prepare students to effectively create workflows from concept drawings to fabrication detailing and documentation.

To help organizations improve design efficiency by utilizing automation, standard libraries, and parametric modeling features in AutoCAD.

To facilitate an understanding of identifying and eliminating design risks, stress points, and fabrication problems during the design stage of pressure vessels.

To ensure practitioners are able to produce accurate BOMs (Bill of Materials), fabrication drawings, and pressure part layouts.

To facilitate expertise in 3D modeling, drawing integrity, and technical communication between design and production staff.

To build a corporate-level capability in digital drafting, with a focus on meeting an industrial level of quality and safety.

Target Audience

This course is strategically designed for professionals across the engineering and industrial design sectors who aim to elevate their technical proficiency and corporate performance:

Mechanical Engineers involved in pressure vessel design, analysis, or fabrication.
Design Engineers seeking to expand their CAD proficiency into the pressure equipment domain.
Project Engineers & Managers who coordinate vessel design, manufacturing, and inspection.
Drafting Professionals who prepare engineering drawings for process plants and heavy industries.
CAD Specialists looking to specialize in process equipment and mechanical design applications.
Corporate Design Teams within oil & gas, chemical, and energy sectors aiming to standardize AutoCAD workflows.
Engineering Consultants & EPC Firms focused on pressure vessel design and approval documentation.

Course Modules

Overview of pressure vessel design principles and industry standards.
Types of pressure vessels: vertical, horizontal, spherical, and special purpose.
Design process workflow and documentation requirements.
Introduction to ASME Section VIII Division 1 & 2.
Understanding key parameters: pressure, temperature, and material selection.

AutoCAD interface, shortcuts, and productivity tools for mechanical design.
Precision drafting techniques and corporate layer management.
Scaling, dimensioning, and annotation standards for engineering drawings.
Setting up templates and drawing standards for pressure vessels.
Introduction to 2D and 3D workspace configurations.

Heads, shells, nozzles, flanges, and supports—detailed exploration.
Dimensional design and layout creation for each component.
Integration of design standards and material tables.
Drawing representation of welds, stiffeners, and inspection openings.
Development of multi-view component drawings for fabrication.

Applying ASME Section VIII rules in AutoCAD-based design documentation.
Wall thickness calculations and design stress considerations.
Managing design margins and factor of safety.
Integration of manual and automated calculation methods.
Practical exercises with corporate templates and compliance checklists.

Transition from 2D drafting to 3D parametric modeling.
Building pressure vessel assemblies with precision constraints.
Visualization and rendering for project presentations.
Creating detailed sectional and exploded views.
Simulation-ready geometry for FEA (Finite Element Analysis) compatibility.

Connection standards for nozzles, manways, and fittings.
Nozzle orientation drawings and nozzle schedule generation.
Integration with P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams).
Interference checking and layout optimization.
Detailing nozzle reinforcement pads and attachments.

Design principles for vessel supports: skirts, legs, saddles, and lugs.
AutoCAD modeling of support structures with weld details.
Foundation interface drawings and mounting hole layouts.
Structural strength and stability considerations.
Alignment with corporate and client fabrication standards.

Automated generation of material lists and component tagging.
Corporate standard drawing title blocks and revision management.
Preparation of fabrication-ready deliverables.
Detailing weld symbols, inspection points, and notes.
Exporting drawings for manufacturing and quality assurance.

Setting up project workflows in an AutoCAD environment.
Drawing management, version control, and digital approvals.
Integration with PLM and ERP systems for data consistency.
Preparing project documentation for client submission.
Managing collaboration between design and production teams.

Using AutoLISP and scripting to automate repetitive design tasks.
Creating dynamic blocks and reusable templates for corporate projects.
Design standardization and template-based quality control.
Advanced file management techniques for large-scale projects.
Case studies: Implementing AutoCAD workflows in pressure vessel projects.

Incorporating inspection requirements into design documentation.
Alignment with ISO 9001, OSHA, and industry-specific QA/QC standards.
Design review and approval procedures.
Preparing vessel design files for regulatory audits.
Real-world scenarios: addressing non-conformance and design changes.

FAQs

Do I need prior AutoCAD experience to enroll in this course?

Basic knowledge of AutoCAD is beneficial but not mandatory. The course begins with a refresher on AutoCAD fundamentals before moving into advanced pressure vessel-specific modules. Our instructors guide participants through every stage from 2D drafting to 3D modeling ensuring smooth skill development regardless of prior exposure.

What industries will benefit most from this training?

This course is specifically tailored for professionals working in or aspiring to join industries such as oil & gas, petrochemical, energy, process equipment manufacturing, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) sectors. The training focuses on real-world design standards and corporate workflow optimization relevant to these industries.

Will participants receive certification after completing the course?

Upon successful completion, participants receive a Corporate Training Certificate from Imperial Corporate Training Institute, verifying their proficiency in AutoCAD Pressure Vessel Design. This certification is recognized by engineering firms and industrial employers, adding tangible value to participants’ professional portfolios

Does the course include hands-on projects and practical assignments?

Each participant will engage in live design projects, including the full drafting, modeling, and detailing of a pressure vessel in AutoCAD. The course emphasizes corporate design standards, project documentation, and compliance-based deliverables to ensure every learner gains industry-ready, practical experience.

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January 5, 2026

February 2, 2026

June 1, 2026

September 7, 2026

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