Advanced Product Design
& Virtual Prototyping
Master SolidWorks product design, KeyShot visualization, and Fusion 360 manufacturing preparation for industry-ready virtual prototyping
Key Course Features
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3-Month Program
SolidWorks, KeyShot & Fusion 360
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TVEC Accredited
Recognized certification
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Virtual Prototyping
Design, visualize & manufacture
Next Batch Starts Soon
November 22, 2026
The batch started on November 22, 2026 is now in progress.
Stay tuned for our next batch starting soon!
WHY THIS COURSE STANDS OUT
Discover the unique advantages that make our Advanced Product Design & Virtual Prototyping program exceptional
Advanced SolidWorks
Parametric parts, surfaces, polymer design, weldments, sheet metal, assemblies, motion analysis and engineering simulation
KeyShot Visualization
Photorealistic materials, studio lighting, exploded views and product animation for marketing-ready presentations
Fusion 360 Manufacturing
Cloud CAD modeling, CAM toolpaths, generative design and additive manufacturing for virtual prototyping
Course Details
Program Overview
Welcome to CAD Academy's Advanced Product Design & Virtual Prototyping with SolidWorks, KeyShot and Fusion 360. This November 2026 online batch (SKF 4401) builds advanced product design skills — from SolidWorks parametric modeling, surfaces, polymer design, weldments and simulation through KeyShot visualization to Fusion 360 manufacturing preparation. As an Autodesk Authorized Training Center and TVEC accredited institution, we prepare you for industry demands.
Download the official course brochure for the full lesson outline (Lessons 01–14), batch schedule, and payment details.
Program Aim
- To develop advanced SolidWorks product modeling, assembly, motion and simulation skills
- To create photorealistic KeyShot visualizations, materials, lighting and product animations
- To prepare manufacturing workflows in Fusion 360 including CAM, generative design and additive manufacturing
- To deliver an end-to-end virtual prototyping project from design through presentation
Career Opportunities
- Product Design Engineer
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Virtual Prototyping Specialist
- 3D Visualization Artist
- Manufacturing / CAM Engineer
- R&D Engineer
Suitable For
- Mechanical engineering students and graduates
- Product and industrial designers
- CAD professionals seeking advanced skills
- Manufacturing and prototyping professionals
- Anyone interested in virtual product development
Program Structure
Full syllabus from the November 2026 SKF 4401 (online) brochure — 14 lessons.
| Lesson | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Lesson 01: Advanced Part Modeling | Parametric design, design tables, configurations, equations and industrial modeling workflows |
| Lesson 02: Advanced Surface Modeling | Boundary, fill, trim and knit surfaces for consumer product enclosure design |
| Lesson 03: Polymer Grade Product Design | Draft analysis, ribs, bosses, snap-fits and molding guidelines |
| Lesson 04: Weldments & Structural Design | Structural members, weldment features, gussets and machine frame development |
| Lesson 05: Sheet Metal Product Development | Lofted bends, forming tools, flat patterns and sheet metal enclosures |
| Lesson 06: Advanced Assembly Design | Top-down design, mechanical mates, gear and cam mechanisms |
| Lesson 07: Motion Analysis | Motion studies, force analysis, collision detection and mechanism validation |
| Lesson 08: Engineering Simulation | Static, thermal, modal and fatigue studies for design optimization |
| Lesson 09: KeyShot Fundamentals | CAD import, scene setup, HDRI environments and initial product rendering |
| Lesson 10: Materials & Lighting in KeyShot | Materials, textures, labels, studio lighting and refined product renders |
| Lesson 11: Product Visualization & Animation | Exploded views, product animation and marketing-ready presentations |
| Lesson 12: Fusion 360 Advanced Modeling | Cloud CAD, parametric and direct modeling, collaboration workflows |
| Lesson 13: Manufacturing Preparation with Fusion 360 | CAM setup, toolpaths and CNC programming concepts |
| Lesson 14: Generative Design & Additive Manufacturing | Generative design, topology optimization, 3D printing and capstone project |
Course Information
Duration
3-Month Comprehensive Program
Classes: Every Sunday 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Batch Details
Orientation: 22nd November 2026
Total Duration: 3 months
Delivery Mode
Online Classes
Batch No: SKF 4401 (Online)
Certification
Advanced Product Design Certificate
TVEC Accredited
Autodesk Authorized
Prerequisites
- Basic computer skills
- Laptop with required software
- Interest in product design and virtual prototyping
RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATES
Earn industry-recognized certifications upon successful completion
Autodesk Certificate
This Autodesk-recognized certificate certifies your proficiency in Advanced Product Design & Virtual Prototyping with SolidWorks, KeyShot and Fusion 360, valued by employers worldwide.
TVEC Certificate
The Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) accredited certificate validates your skills according to national standards.
Both certificates will be awarded upon successful completion of all course requirements and assessments.
ENROLLMENT OPTIONS
Affordable payment plans for students
Online Batch
SKF 4401
- Online Class (Zoom)
- Orientation: 22nd November 2026
- Classes every Sunday 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Duration — 3 Months
- Payment Structure: Two installments of LKR 15,000 each
- 1st installment due 29th November 2026
- 2nd installment due 29th December 2026
- LKR 25,000 for one-time payment (LKR 5,000 Discount)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Processor: Intel Core i7 or equivalent
- RAM: 16GB minimum (32GB recommended for complex assemblies)
- Graphics: Dedicated GPU with at least 4GB VRAM
- Storage: SSD with sufficient free space
- Operating System: Windows 10/11 64-bit
- One-time payment of LKR 25,000 (LKR 5,000 discount)
- Two monthly installments of LKR 15,000 (total LKR 30,000)
- 1st installment due 29th November 2026; 2nd installment due 29th December 2026
- Bank transfers to Commercial Bank or Seylan Bank accounts
- Payment confirmation should be sent to finance@cadacademy.lk with your details
Hurry Up! Get Register Today
Limited seats available for our new batch starting November 22, 2026.
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