ANSYS Workbench (Basic Level) Training Course

Introduction to ANSYS Workbench

• Project workflows and template usage in Workbench.
• User interface navigation, unit systems, and data handling.
• Understanding project schematics and cell status indicators.

Geometry Readiness and CAD Integration

• CAD import procedures and geometry healing techniques.
• Introductory defeaturing using SpaceClaim/DesignModeler.
• Managing name selections, parts, and bodies.

Engineering Data: Materials and Units

• Utilizing material libraries and defining custom materials.
• Overview of linear elastic properties and temperature dependencies.
• Material assignment processes and unit management.

Meshing Essentials

• Element types, sizing parameters, and mesh relevance factors.
• Applying local refinement and inflation layers.
• Conducting mesh quality assessments and adhering to best practices.

Configuring Static Structural Analyses

• Defining contacts, joints, and connections.
• Applying loads, constraints, and boundary condition strategies.
• Configuring analysis settings, solver controls, and convergence criteria.

Solution, Post-Processing, and Analysis

• Managing solve jobs, monitoring progress, and troubleshooting issues.
• Interpreting stress, strain, and deformation results using path/probe tools.
• Validating results and avoiding common errors.

Parametric Studies and Design Investigation (Introduction)

• Setting up parameters, design points, and tracking responses.
• Conducting what-if scenarios and exploring basic optimization ideas.
• Generating reports and exporting result data.

Conclusion and Future Learning Paths