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Simcenter 3D
Course name Meshing Motion Analyst Dynamic Response Laminate Thermal and The learning tracks have been provided to help you
and Composites Flow
Modeling plan a productive development path through our
courseware.
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Learning tracks start from the top and progress
Pre / Post downward. Select any course below to open the
training content.
Motion
Response Dynamics
Laminate Composites
Recommended Optional
Thermal and Flow
Analysis
Advanced Thermal and

Flow Analysis
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• Advanced Thermal Analysis

• Design Simulation
• Durability Analysis
• Electronic System Cooling
• Flow Analysis
• Pre/Post Processes
• Pre/Post Solutions
• Space Systems Thermal
• Strength Wizard
• Stress Wizard
• Thermal Analysis
• Vibration Wizard
• Update Simcenter Advanced Simulation

CAD for Simcenter 3D
Day 1 Day 2
• Opening and working with parts • Using an Idealized Part
Duration: 2 days
• Getting to know the NX interface • Using Trim Tools
Who should attent: Analysts
• Model History • Simplify Geometry
Prerequisites: none
• Part navigator • Clean up imported parts
Follow up Training: Simcenter 3D Pre/Post • Working with Assemblies • Create Cavity Solids
• Show / Hide • Transform thin wall solids into sheets
The NX CAD for Simcenter 3D training is to help everyone who • Layers • View Sections
• Creating datum geometry
is struggling to get their NX parts prepared for Simulation
• Measurements
Analysis (e.g. smoothening or generating the empty volume). In
• Synchronous Modeling Overview
this training you will learn to create, modify and simplify
geometry for Simulation Purposes.
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Pre/Post
Day 1- 4 Objectives
• Introduction to Simcenter Pre/Post
Duration: 4 days
• Basic meshing
Who should attent: Design Engineers, Analysts
• Boundary conditions
Prerequisites: CAD for Simcenter or
• Solving
Modeling and Assemblies Essentials for NX Designers, • Post-processing
Follow up Training: Thermal and Flow Analysis, Nastran, • Geometry idealization
Response Simulation, Laminate Composites, Space Thermal • Geometry abstraction
Electrical System Cooling • Geometry repair
• Synchronous modeling
• Boundary conditions techniques
The Simcenter 3D Pre/Post training (previously known as NX
• Boundary conditions types
Advanced Simulation) introduces the Simcenter Pre/Post finite
• Mesh controls and properties
element modeling and results visualization product. It is intended
• Mesh display and checking
for design engineers and analysts who want to learn the details
• Collectors and sets
of how to perform finite element analysis using NX.
• Manual node and element generation
• Mesh connections
Students will learn how to generate meshes, define materials,
• Reports
apply boundary conditions, solve, and review analysis results.
• Analysis quality
Students will also learn techniques for setting up and generating
• Variables and Result probes
structural, dynamic, and thermal analyses, using optimization,
• Introduction to NL analysis
and working with large models.
This training will be provided in 2 times 2 days.

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Motion
Day 1 – 3 Objectives
• Combine rigid bodies (links), joints, and motion drivers to create a mechanism
Duration: 3 days and set it into motion
Who should attent: Analysts, Engineers and Designers who • Manage multiple motion simulations
want to animate and analyze an assembly of moving parts • Apply forces, torques, springs, dampers, bushings, and contact in a motion
simulation
Prerequisites: Essentials for NX Designers
• Query a motion simulation for information and edit both model and simulation
features.
The Simcenter Motion training (previously known as Motion • Apply packaging options to generate feedback in the form of marker and
component tracing, critical measurements, and interference checking
Simulation) is a CAE software application you can use to • Use spreadsheets and graphing to both animate and analyze a motion
animate and analyze both kinematic and dynamic motion simulation
simulations in terms of critical design positions, forces, • Use advanced solutions to simulate component flexibility, transfer loads for a
finite element analysis, and control an electric motor
velocities, and accelerations.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will

understand how to apply and edit motion simulations, and use
motion simulations to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize a
mechanism design.
While this course does include classic engineering topics such

as statics, dynamics, kinematics and kinetics, the primary
objective of this course is to train users in the use and
application of the engineering software package. This course will
not serve as a substitute for formal engineering education on
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Response Dynamics
• Theory of single and multi-degree of freedom
Duration: 3 days systems
Who should attent: Designers and engineers, who need to • Function creation and manipulation
characterize dynamic responses including transient, sinusoidal, • Random vibration analysis
random and shock spectrum • Transient vibration analysis
Prerequisites: Simcenter 3D - Pre/Post Processes or Simcenter • Response spectra analysis
3D - Pre/Post • Base excitation methods
Basic understanding of finite element analysis principles, statics, • Shock and drop analysis
solid mechanics and basic dynamics
The Simcenter 3D – Response Dynamics training offers training

in the use of Response Simulation for analysis of mechanical
components subjected to dynamic loads. In addition the course
covers the general theory and methods behind the software and
the consideration important to accurate results such as modal
sufficiency.
The course also provides opportunities for hands-on practice

with NX Response Simulation software. A variety of examples
will be used to demonstrate typical approaches for problems
with transient, sinusoidal, shock and random excitations. Class
participants are invited to submit examples of problems.
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Laminate Composites
• Overview of Simcenter Laminate Composites
Duration: 3 days
• Zone-based laminate process
Who should attent: Design engineers, Analysts
• Ply-based laminate process
Prerequisites: Simcenter 3D - Pre/Post Fundamentals or
• Draping
Simcenter 3D - Pre/Post, Working knowledge of NX Modeling, • Materials and micromechanics
Basic understanding of structural analysis and laminate • Solution and post-processing
composite • Laminate theory
• Laminate failure
• Laminate dynamics analysis
The Simcenter 3D – Laminate Composites training is a
• Laminate optimization
comprehensive presentation of the composite laminates tools
integrated in Simcenter Pre/Post.
The course includes laminate simulation processes, draping,

failure analysis, optimization, finite element model solution, pre
and post-processing, as well as a review of the laminates theory.
The hands-on activities and case studies are presented using

Simcenter Laminate Composites and Simcenter Pre/Post.
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Thermal and Flow Analysis
NX Advanced Thermal Analysis NX Advanced Flow Analysis

• Solar heating • Supersonic flow boundary condition
Duration: 4 days
• Radiative heating • Rotating frames of reference
Who should attent: Designers, Engineers who use NX to model
• Advanced thermo-optical properties • Rotational and translational periodicity
complex heat transfer for challenging multi-physics applications,
• Advanced thermal coupling types • Articulating models
Engineers who use NX to model complex fluid flow for • Articulating models • Active fan controller
challenging multi-physics applications • Peltier cooler (TECs) • Non-Newtonian fluids
• Joule heating • Humidity and scalar fluid mixtures
Prerequisites: Pre/Post • Ablation and charring • Ablation and charring
• Material libraries • Material libraries
The NX Thermal and Flow Analysis course provides students • Phase change
• Particle tracking
with comprehensive instruction in the use of the NX Thermal
• Sloshing
advanced software to model 3D fluid thermal problems.
Students will learn the skills necessary to incorporate
comprehensive radiation modeling including solar and radiative
heating, fully coupled with thermal and fluid flow analysis.
Students learn how to apply advanced thermal boundary
conditions. The course covers both theoretical and practical
aspects of the software.
The course also provides students with comprehensive
instruction in the use of the NX Flow advanced software to
model 3D fluid flow problems. Students learn how to apply
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Advanced Thermal and Flow Analysis
NX Advanced Thermal Analysis NX Advanced Flow Analysis

• Solar heating • Supersonic flow boundary condition
Duration: 4 days
• Radiative heating • Rotating frames of reference
Who should attent: Designers, Engineers who use NX to model
• Advanced thermo-optical properties • Rotational and translational periodicity
complex heat transfer for challenging multi-physics applications,
• Advanced thermal coupling types • Articulating models
Engineers who use NX to model complex fluid flow for • Articulating models • Active fan controller
challenging multi-physics applications • Peltier cooler (TECs) • Non-Newtonian fluids
• Joule heating • Humidity and scalar fluid mixtures
Prerequisites: Thermal and Flow Analysis • Ablation and charring • Ablation and charring
• Material libraries • Material libraries
The NX Thermal and Flow Analysis course provides students • Phase change
• Particle tracking
with comprehensive instruction in the use of the NX Thermal
• Sloshing
advanced software to model 3D fluid thermal problems.
Students will learn the skills necessary to incorporate
comprehensive radiation modeling including solar and radiative
heating, fully coupled with thermal and fluid flow analysis.
Students learn how to apply advanced thermal boundary
conditions. The course covers both theoretical and practical
aspects of the software.
The course also provides students with comprehensive
instruction in the use of the NX Flow advanced software to
model 3D fluid flow problems. Students learn how to apply
advanced flow boundary conditions. The course covers both
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Design Simulation
Day 1 & 2 Objectives:

• Introduction to Design Simulation
Duration: 2 days
• Design simulation navigator
Who should attent: Designers, Engineers, Analysts
• Basic Meshing
Prerequisites: Designing Parts in NX, CAD for Simcenter 3D
• Boundary conditions
• Solving
This is a design-integrated and easy to use NX application that • Parametric shape optimization
enables Designers and Engineers to naturally predict the • Mesh controls and properties
• Mesh display and checking
structural durability, strength, vibration, bucking and thermal
• Reports
behavior of their own components and assemblies.
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NX Nastran
Course name Static Static Optimization DMAP The learning tracks have been provided to help you
Analysis Analysis Programming
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Introduction to Finite training content.
Element Analysis
Advanced Nonlinear
Introduction to Dynamic
Analysis
Superelement Analysis Recommended Optional

Design Sensitivity and
Optimization
Introduction to DMAP
Advanced Dynamic
Analysis
DDAM Analysis
Coupled Structure /
Acoustics Analysis
Rotor Dynamic
Analysis
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• Aeroelastic Analysis

Introduction to Finite Element Analysis
Day 1 -3 Objectives
• Introduction to static finite element analysis
Duration: 3 days
• Static solution sequences
Who should attent: This course is intended for designers,
• Case control
engineers and finite element analysts who would like to
• Output control
understand how to perform linear static analysis using NX • Common elements, uses and limitations
Nastran • Constraint and load types
Prerequisites: Pre/Post Fundamentals, Basic understanding of • Model verification and checking
finite element analysis principles, statics, solid mechanics, and • Buckling analysis
basic dynamics
Follow up Training: Introduction to Dynamic Analysis,
Superelement Analysis, Introduction to DMAP
The Introduction to Finite Element Analysis with Simcenter

Pre/Post training is an introductory course for static finite
element structural analysis using NX Nastran. The course is
designed to teach NX Nastran independent of pre- and post-
processors. It is intended for analysts who want to learn the
details of how to perform static structural analysis using NX
Nastran.
This course does not cover any topics of Simcenter Pre/Post.
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Advanced Nonlinear
Day 1 – 3 Objectives:
• Overview of NX Nastran Advanced Nonlinear
Duration: 3 days
• Model definition elements, materials, boundary
Who should attent: Users who will be using NX Nastran conditions, contact
Advanced Nonlinear to perform nonlinear analyses to predict • Formulations and solution schemes for SOL 601
structural behavior under steady state and transient conditions • Formulations and solution schemes for SOL 701
Prerequisites: Pre/Post Fundamentals, An understanding of • Element formulations
finite element analysis principles, Familiarity with NX Nastran • Modeling contact problems
input file formats • Resolving convergence difficulties
• Case studies and hands-on activities
The NX Nastran – Advanced Nonlinear training is a

comprehensive presentation of the nonlinear capabilities
available in NX Nastran solutions 601 and 701. Nonlinear topics
include large displacement, large strain, nonlinear materials
(plasticity, hyperelastic), and contact.
The supported elements, materials, and boundary conditions are

presented along with the formulations and solution schemes.
Tips on solving convergence difficulties are also presented.
The hands-on activities and case studies are presented using

Simcenter Pre/Post for the pre- and postprocessor.
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Introduction to Dynamic Analysis
• Normal Modes Analysis
Duration: 3 days
• Model Mass
Who should attent: Designers, engineers and finite element
• Damping
analysts who will be using NX Nastran to perform dynamic
• Transient Analysis
analyses to predict structural behavior under steady state and • Frequency Response Analysis
transient conditions • Residual Vectors
Prerequisites: Introduction to Finite Element Analysis • Enforced Motion
Follow up Training: Advanced Dynamic Analysis, Design
Sensitivity and Optimization, Aeroelastic Analysis, DDAM
Analysis
The Introduction to Dynamic Analysis with Simcenter Pre/Post

training introduces the dynamic capabilities available in NX
Nastran. It covers the fundamental methods for solving for
dynamic response, focusing on modal analysis.
The course covers the linear dynamic response capabilities of

NX Nastran, including normal modes analysis, transient and
frequency response, residual vectors, and enforced motion. A
variety of hands-on workshop exercises supplement the lecture
content. The class is focused on NX Nastran and most of the
material applies independently of pre- or postprocessor.
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Superelement Analysis
Day 1 – XX Objectives
• Model reduction (static and component mode synthesis)
Duration: 2 days
• Main bulk data superelements
Who should attent: Finite element analysts who need to
• Partitioned superelements
analyze large system level models composed of multiple
• External superelements
components or who work within a team of analysts each • Choosing the best type of superelements
responsible for a set of components • Optimal partitioning of a system model into superelements
Prerequisites: Introduction to Finite Element Analysis, Basic
understanding of finite element analysis principles, statics, solid
mechanics, and basic dynamics
The Superelement Analysis with NX training offers training in the

use of the superelement analysis capabilities of NX Nastran.
Superelements can play a key role in allowing the analyst to
solve larger and more complex finite element models with limited
computer resources. NX Nastran offers three types of
superelements, and these can all be used with most NX Nastran
analysis sequences. The different types of superelements each
have their advantages and disadvantages, depending on the
particular needs of a program. The student will learn to use all
three types of superelements through the presentation of lecture
materials and the completion of example problems. The class is
focused on NX Nastran and most of the material applies
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Design Sensitivity and Optimization
Day 1 and 2 Objectives

• Understanding structural optimization
Duration: 2 days
• Defining design variables in NX Nastran
• Defining design constraints in NX Nastran
optimize the performance of their components or systems, or
• Defining objective functions in NX Nastran
understand what parameters in the system most strongly affect • Optimization for combinations of static and dynamic loads
performance • Interpreting design sensitivity and optimization results
Prerequisites: Introduction to Dynamic Analysis with Simcenter
Pre/Post
The Design Sensitivity and Optimization training offers the

theoretical and practical aspects of using the NX Nastran
sensitivity and optimization capabilities. Sensitivity and design
optimization can be used to automate the improvement of a
proposed design. The NX Nastran design sensitivity and
optimization solution is extremely flexible and allows the user to
vary the model parameters to minimize an objective function,
such as overall weight, given constraints on both the static and
dynamic response. The class will cover the definition of design
variables, constraints and objectives in NX Nastran, as well as
the interpretation of results. The student will learn to use NX
Nastran sensitivity and optimization through the presentation of
lecture materials and the completion of example problems. The
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Introduction to Direct Matrix Abstraction Program (DMAP)
Day 1 and 2 Objectives

• Introduction to DMAP
Duration: 2 days
• DMAP Data Types (Parameters and Datablocks)
Who should attent: Advanced finite element analysts who need
• DMAP Syntax (Modules)
to be able to customize NX Nastran to their exact requirements
• subDMAPs
including acceptance of new inputs, performance of new • Understanding NX Nastran solution sequences
calculations and generation of new outputs • Altering solution sequences
Prerequisites: Introduction to Finite Element Analysis, Basic • Input and Output
understanding of finite element analysis principles, statics, solid • Database
mechanics, and basic dynamics. Basic linear algebra including • ISHELL module for user provided routines
matrix operations, eigenvalue solutions, etc.
The NX Nastran - Introduction to DMAP training offers training in

the NX Nastran Direct Matrix Abstraction Program (DMAP)
language. Students will learn to write their own DMAP
extensions to enhance the capabilities of NX Nastran. DMAP
can be used to enhance the functionality of NX Nastran
including computation of different responses, the transfer of non-
standard data to and from NX Nastran or to incorporate other
userdeveloped algorithms.
The student will learn to use the DMAP language through the
presentation of lecture materials and the completion of example
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Advanced Dynamic Analysis
Day 1 – XX Objectives
• Model Reduction
Duration: 2 days
• Shock and Response Spectrum
Who should attent: Finite element analysts who will be using
• Random Response
NX Nastran to perform dynamic analyses to predict structural
• Extra Points, Transfer Functions, and NOLINs
behavior under steady state and transient conditions. • Use of MFLUID
Prerequisites: Introduction to Dynamic Analysis
Follow up Training: Rotor Dynamic Analysis, Coupled
Structure/Acoustic Analysis with Simcenter Pre/Post
The Advanced Dynamic Analysis with NX training continues

where the NX Nastran Introduction to Dynamic Analysis course
left off in teaching NX Nastran's dynamic analysis capabilities. It
covers fundamental methods of dynamic response, including
both modal and direct analysis. There is an emphasis on
practical applications and enhancing the students' engineering
judgment with respect to dynamic response.
This course covers the linear dynamic response capabilities in

NX Nastran, including model reduction, random response
analysis, shock and response spectra, MFLUID, and nonlinear
applied loads. A variety of hands-on workshop exercises
supplement the lecture content. The class is focused on NX
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DDAM Analysis
Day 1 Objectives
• Introduction to DDAM theory
Duration: 1 days
• Shock spectra calculations per NRL memorandum 1396
• Mode selection criteria
perform shock analysis per the Navy’s DDAM procedure
• Closely spaced modes
Prerequisites: Introduction to Dynamic Analysis, Basic • Methods for stress summation including the NRLSUM
understanding of finite element analysis principles, statics, solid • Running and interpreting DDAM solutions in Nastran
mechanics and basic dynamics
The NX Nastran - DDAM Analysis with NX training offers

training in the performance of the Dynamic Design Analysis
Method using NX Nastran. DDAM is a U.S. Navy developed
analytical procedure for evaluating the design of equipment
subject to shock loading. The student will learn to use the NX
Nastran DDAM solution (SOL 187) through a presentation of
lecture materials and the completion of example problems. The
class is focused on NX Nastran and most of the material applies
independently of pre- or postprocessor. However, additional
material is available for demonstration of use with NX.
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Coupled Structure/Acoustic Analysis
Day 1
• Solution of acoustic modes
Duration: 1 day
• Acoustic boundary conditions
Who should attent: Engineers and finite element analysts who
• Frequency and transient response of acoustic systems
will be using NX Nastran to perform analysis of fluid or coupled
• Modeling sound absorption, barriers, and infinite boundaries
fluid-structural systems to predict responses under steady state • Coupled structural/acoustic systems
and transient conditions.
Prerequisites: Advanced Dynamic Analysis, Basic
understanding of finite element analysis principles, Working
knowledge of Nastran and Simcenter Pre/Post
The NX Nastran - Coupled Structure/Acoustic Analysis with

Simcenter Pre/Post training introduces the acoustics and
structural-acoustics coupled analysis capabilities of NX Nastran.
It covers the solution of acoustic systems, the solution of
coupled structural-acoustic systems, the implementation of
acoustic boundary conditions, and the modeling of absorbers,
barriers, and infinite boundaries. Examples and workshops give
the student practical hands-on experience.
The class is focused on NX Nastran and all of the material
applies independently of pre- or postprocessor. The workshops
and examples are deck centric (i.e. the decks will be prepared
with a text editor), though where appropriate Simcenter Pre/Post
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Rotor Dynamic Analysis
Day 1
• Understanding rotor dynamics in rotating and fixed coordinates
Duration: 1 day
• Complex modes, critical frequencies and Campbell Diagrams
• Synchronous and Asynchronous Frequency Response
will be using NX Nastran to perform analysis of rotating systems
• Synchronous and Asynchronous Transient Response
to predict critical frequencies and dynamic response • Frequency Dependent and Nonlinear Simulation
Prerequisites: Advanced Dynamic Analysis
The NX Nastran - Rotor Dynamic Analysis with NX training

introduces the rotor dynamics analysis capabilities of NX
Nastran. It covers the solution of rotor dynamic problems in both
rotating and fixed coordinates, including complex eigenvalues
(Campbell diagrams), synchronous and asynchronous frequency
response and synchronous and asynchronous time response.
Examples and workshops give the student practical hands-on
experience. The class is focused on NX Nastran and all of the
material applies independently of pre- or postprocessor. Where
appropriate NX is used for pre-processing and visualization of
results.
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Aeroelastic Analysis
Day 1
• Aerodynamic theories
Duration: 1 day
• Aerodynamic panel modeling
• Aerodynamic model corrections
will be using NX Nastran to perform aeroelastic analysis to
• Static aeroelasticity
determine aircraft, missile, or launch vehicle loads, performance, • Dynamic aeroelasticity
or stability • Flutter
Prerequisites: Introduction to Finite Element Analysis with
Femap for pre/post, Introduction to Dynamic Analysis with
Femap for pre/post, Basic understanding of finite element
analysis principles, statics, solid mechanics, and dynamics.
The NX Nastran – Aeroelastic Analysis training introduces the

aeroelasticity capabilities available in NX Nastran. A review of
aeroelastic theory and the fundamentals of setting up and
running aeroelasticity solutions are covered. There is an
emphasis on the practical applications of the software and
enhancing the student’s engineering judgment with respect to
aeroelastic analysis of aircraft.
The course covers the aeroelastic capabilities of NX Nastran,
including aerodynamic panel model theories, connection of
aerodynamic models to structural models, static trim analysis,
dynamic maneuver and gust analysis, and flutter analysis. The
class is focused on NX Nastran and most of the material applies
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LMS Samtech Samcef
• Structural Composite Damage Modeling

Structural Composite Damage Modeling
• Review finite element library for composites
Duration: 2 days
• Material definition for composites & laminates
Who should attent: Mechanical engineers and FEA analysts
• Nonlinear implicit solver for static and dynamic analyses of composites
Prerequisites: Pre / Post
• Specific progressive damage models for ply failure and delamination and their coupling
LMS Samtech Samcef Composites can be used to study the

highly nonlinear behavior of composite materials and structures,
increase structural efficiency and reliability plus minimize weight.
This LMS Samtech Samcef – Structural Composite Damage

Modeling training will teach users how to perform advanced
nonlinear analysis of various types of composites within the NX
advanced simulation environment.
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LMS Test.Lab
• Rotating Machinery Testing

• Rotating Machinery Testing - Advanced
• Structures - Modal Testing and Analysis
• Structures - Modal Testing and Analysis - Advanced
• Transfer Path Analysis

Rotating Machinery Testing
• Review of Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
Duration: 2 days
• LMS Test.Lab Desktop: Data visualization
Who should attent: Engineers and technicians who need to
• Review of signature & order analysis theory
learn how to use LMS Test.Lab for Rotating Machinery analysis
• LMS Test.Lab Signature Testing
or want to learn about its capabilities. We recommend a basic • Post-Processing
understanding of Noise and Vibration measurements on rotating • Time Signal Editing & Throughput Processing
machinery. • Advanced & Automated reporting
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge on NVH Testing and Analysis • Structural Analysis
Follow up Training: Rotating Machinery – Advanced, Transfer • Geometry
Path Analysis • Operational Deflection Shapes & Time Animation
• Offline RPM Extraction
• PWM application
You will learn how to use LMS Test.Lab for the acquisition and
• Exercises included for each topic
analysis of rotating machinery harmonics through real-life
exercises.
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Rotating Machinery Testing - Advanced
Day 1 Objectives
• Specific/Advanced Techniques:
Duration: 1 day
• Angle Domain analysis
Who should attent: Engineers and technicians who need to
• Real Time Octaves
learn how to use LMS Test.Lab for angle domain processing,
• Torsional Vibration Analysis
real time octaves and torsional vibration analysis. The • Exercises included for each topic
knowledge of LMS Test.Lab Signature Testing and Signature
Throughput Processing is assumed.
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge on NVH Testing and Analysis
applied on rotating elements and Rotating Machinery Testing
training
Follow up Training: Transfer Path Analysis for automotive
This product training will explain the principals behind and the
software use of LMS Test.Lab for angle domain processing of
rotating components, using Real Time Octaves and performing
Torsional Vibration analysis.
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Structures - Modal Testing and Analysis
• Review of theory of Experimental Modal Analysis
Duration: 3 days
• Review of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) techniques for data acquisition
Who should attent: Engineers and technicians that need to
• LMS Test.Lab Desktop: Data visualization
learn how to use LMS Test.Lab for experimental modal analysis
• LMS Test.Lab Spectral Testing + Source Control
or that want to learn about its capabilities. • LMS Test.Lab Modal Impact
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge on NVH Testing and Analysis • LMS Test.Lab Geometry
• LMS Test.Lab Modal Analysis
• LMS Test.Lab Multi-Run Modal Analysis
Learn how to use LMS Test.Lab for experimental modal analysis
• LMS Test.Lab Modification Prediction
(EMA) as well as some more advanced analysis techniques.
• LMS Test.Lab Rigid Body Calculator
• LMS Test.Lab Desktop: Printing and Plotting…
In this product training, you will become familiar with the basics
of how to operate LMS Test.Lab and how to use it for
Experimental Modal Analysis (EMA). We will use an industrial
example to walk you through the LMS Test.Lab Structures
family. We will also introduce you to more advanced techniques
such as how to extract modal parameters from data acquired
under operating conditions and challenging boundary conditions.
We will conclude by explaining how to use modal parameters in
computations to adjust a structures’ dynamic behavior.
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Structures - Modal Testing and Analysis - Advanced
Day 1 Objectives
• LMS Test.Lab Operational Modal Analysis (OMA)
Duration: 1 day
• LMS Test.Lab MIMO FRF Testing
Who should attent: The course is intended for engineers and
• LMS Test.Lab MIMO Swept & Stepped Sine Testing
technicians that need to learn how to use LMS Test.Lab for
• LMS Test.Lab Normal Mode Testing…
experimental modal analysis or that want to learn about its
capabilities. We recommend a basic knowledge of vibration
measurements, structural dynamics and a basic understanding
of digital signal processing.
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge on NVH Testing and Analysis
and Structures – Modal testing and Analysis
Learn about advanced modal techniques like operational modal

analysis , MIMO FRF, MIMO Stepped /Swept Sine and Normal
Mode Testing.
In this product training we will introduce you to more advanced

techniques such as how to extract modal parameters from data
acquired under operating conditions and challenging boundary
conditions. Also the multiple-input multiple-output techniques
and normal mode testing will be treated.
More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500

Transfer Path Analysis
Day 1 Objectives
• Some theory behind Transfer Path Analysis
Duration: 2 days
• LMS Test.Lab Single Reference Transfer Path Analysis
Who should attent: The course is intended for engineers and
• Load Identification methods
technicians that need to learn how to use LMS Test.Lab for
• LMS Test.Lab Principal Component Analysis
Transfer Path Analysis. We recommend a basic knowledge of • LMS Test.Lab Multi Reference Transfer Path Analysis
structural measurements and modal analysis. The required • LMS Test.Lab Operational Transfer Path Analysis
measurements will be provided and discussed, but will not be • LMS Test.Lab OPAX
acquired during the class. • LMS Test.Lab Operational Transfer Path Analysis
Prerequisites: Knowledge on NVH Testing in Automotive
context and Rotating Machinery
In this training Single Reference and Multiple Reference

Transfer Path Analysis will be explained as well as new
techniques for Operational Transfer Path Analysis.
To become familiar using LMS Test.Lab for single and multi
reference transfer path analysis, load calculation, principal
component analysis and contribution analysis. The required
measurements will be provided and discussed, but will not be
acquired during the class. LMS Test.Lab Signature Testing,
Spectral Testing, and Modal Impact could be used for these
measurements.
More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500

LMS Virtual.Lab
• Acoustics (BEM)
• Acoustics (FEM)
• Correlation and Updating
• Durability
• Motion
• Motion Advanced
• Noise and Vibration
• Ray Tracing Applications

Acoustics (BEM)
• LMS Virtual.Lab Desktop
Duration: 4 days
• CAE interfaces to LMS Virtual.Lab
Who should attent: This course is intended for new users of
• LMS Virtual.Lab Mesh based design
LMS Virtual.Lab that need to learn both the product and
• Mesh Morphing
application and managers who want to get an overview of the • Cavity Meshing
state-of the-art acoustic prediction techniques. • Mesh Coarsening
Prerequisites: A general understanding of Finite Element • Visualization of mesh quality
Methods and Boundary Element Methods is essential to get the • LMS Virtual.Lab Acoustic Analysis
most out of this training. • Harmonic BEM Solver
Follow up Training: Ray Tracing Applications • Transient BEM Solver
• Fast Multi-Pole BEM Solver
• Acoustic Transfer Vector (ATV) Solver
In the LMS Virtual.Lab – Acoustics (BEM) training you will be
• Vibro-acoustic Solver
trained on every aspect of the acoustic calculation process.
• Automatically Matched Layer (AML)
• Visualization of results and post-processing
We will introduce you to the basic theory of Boundary Element
• Advanced Processing
Methods (BEM). You will learn to use LMS Virtual.Lab to ready a
• ATV based Response
mesh for an acoustical simulation. We will teach how to set up
• Vibro-Acoustic Transfer Vector (VATV)
an analysis for interior acoustics, calculate noise radiation, and
• Panel Contribution Analysis
include fluid-structure interaction in your simulation.
• Order Cut Sound Synthesis
• Exercises included for all topics
More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500

Acoustics (FEM)
Duration: 4 days
• LMS Virtual.Lab Mesh based design
LMS Virtual.Lab that need to learn both the product and
• Mesh Morphing
application and managers who want to get an overview of the • Cavity Meshing
state-of the-art acoustic prediction techniques. • Mesh Coarsening
Prerequisites: A general understanding of Finite Element • Visualization of mesh quality
Methods is essential to get the most out of this training. • LMS Virtual.Lab Acoustic Analysis
Follow up Training: Ray Tracing Applications • Harmonic FEM Solver
• Fast Multi-Pole BEM Solver
• Acoustic Transfer Vector (ATV) Solver
In the LMS Virtual.Lab – Acoustics (FEM) training you will be
• Vibro-acoustic Solver
trained on every aspect of the acoustic calculation process.
• Automatically Matched Layer (AML)
• Visualization of results and post-processing
We will introduce you to the basic theory of Finite Element
• Advanced Processing
Methods (FEM). You will learn to use LMS Virtual.Lab to ready a
• ATV based Response
mesh for an acoustical simulation.
• Vibro-Acoustic Transfer Vector (VATV)
• Panel Contribution Analysis
We will teach how to set up an analysis for interior acoustics,
• Order Cut Sound Synthesis
calculate noise radiation, and include fluid-structure interaction
in your simulation.
More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500

Correlation and Updating
Duration: 2 days
Who should attent: New users of LMS Virtual.Lab that need to
• LMS Virtual.Lab Correlation
learn both the product and the application
• Correlation Analysis
Prerequisites: A background in Finite Element Methods and • MSC Nastran SOL200 Sensitivity
Experimental Modal Analysis is essential to getting the most out • SOL200 Updating
of this course. Familiarity with operating MSC Nastran is an • Pre-test analysis
advantage. • Visualization of results and post-processing
• Exercises
In the LMS Virtual.Lab – Correlation and Updating training you

will learn how to correlate modal models obtained through Finite
Element techniques and models obtained from Experimental
Modal Analysis.
We will show you how to predict the sensitivity of the dynamic

characteristics for changes in the properties of the structural
model and how to use these sensitivities in an updating
analysis. Furthermore you will learn how to design a setup for
Experimental Modal Analysis using a Finite Element model.
More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500

Durability
• LMS Virtual.Lab Environment
Duration: 2 days
• LMS Virtual.Lab Durability Workbench
Who should attent: This course is intended for new users. We
• Theoretical Background of non-FEM fatigue life calculations
recommend that you are familiar with fatigue calculation
• Basics of Stress Life Approach
methods. • Basics of Strain Life Approach
Prerequisites: A general understanding of fatigue calculation • Numerical Life Prediction based on FEM Results
methods is recommended, Previous experience with CAD or • LMS Virtual.Lab Component Fatigue
CAE is an asset. • Local Analyses
• Result Visualization and Reporting
The LMS Virtual.Lab - Durability training will teach you the
basics of Fatigue Life Prediction methods (Stress-Life and
Strain-Life Approach) and the Numerical Life Prediction based
on FEM Results.
You will learn how to set up a durability analysis and evaluate

your results using the specific post-processing features of LMS
Virtual.Lab Durability.
More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500

Motion
Duration: 3 days
• CAD and CAE interfaces to LMS Virtual.Lab
• LMS Virtual.Lab Motion
LMS Virtual.Lab Motion who need to learn both the product and
• Pre -Processing
the application. A general understanding of structural dynamics • Part and geometry creation
is recommended. Previous experience with CAD is an asset. • Constraints and drivers
Prerequisites: A general understanding of structural dynamics • Forces
is recommended and Previous experience with CAD is an asset. • Motion Solvers
Follow up Training: Motion Advanced • Introduction to Flexible Bodies
• Post-processing
• Animation of multi-body models
In the LMS Virtual.Lab - Motion training you will learn the basics
• Visualization of resulting functions
of the NX modeling architecture to create Parts and Products for
• Contact Force modeling
mechanical simulation with LMS Virtual.Lab Motion.
• Expressions
• Parameterization, Design Tables, and Configurations
We will teach you how to quickly assemble, analyze and
• Simple Control Systems
optimize the real world behavior of dynamic mechanical systems
on your desktop. You will learn how to define parameterized
mechanical system models for more advanced design studies.
More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500

Motion Advanced
• Solver topics (Integrator options, troubleshooting, etc)
Duration: 2 days
• Utilizing CAD Geometry
Who should attent: This course is for users who wish to model
• Sub mechanisms
mechanical systems with greater fidelity and increased
• Control Plant packages (Amesim, Matlab, Easy5)
efficiency. The sessions on advanced elements and modeling • Animation features and post-processing
techniques will provide modeling solutions to many complex • Flexible body modeling with Stress Recovery
physical phenomena. The sessions on automation, • User Defined Subroutines
parameterization, and optimization will help the user work more • Optional topics (based upon attendants interest)
efficiently and gain more knowledge from the analyses. • Exporting Loads for Durability and NVH
Prerequisites: Motion • Cable and Gear systems
• Tracked Vehicle Systems
• Suspension and Full Vehicle modeling
In the LMS Virtual.Lab – Motion Advanced training you will learn
• Tire/Road Interaction
about the advanced capabilities of LMS Virtual.Lab Motion in
• Scripting and Journaling
order to create multi-body models and handle complex types of
• LMS Virtual.Lab Optimization
forces.
• Exercises
You will learn how to incorporate finite element models into your
own multi-body simulation. We will guide you through the
interfacing of LMS Virtual.Lab Motion with external solvers and
data sources.
We will also show you how to automate processes in LMS
Virtual.Lab and apply optimization calculations. Depending on
the input from the attendants, further specific topics and
techniques will be reviewed. More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500

Noise and Vibration
Duration: 3 days
Who should attent: New users of Virtual.Lab that need to learn
• LMS Virtual.Lab Noise and Vibration
both the product and the application and managers that want to
• LMS Virtual.Lab Analysis Applications
get an overview of the state-of-the-art in advanced applications • Noise and Vibration Solvers
for structural dynamics. • NVH System Synthesis Solver
Prerequisites: A general understanding of finite element • Advanced Processing
methods and structural dynamics is desirable. • Load Identification Analysis
• Path and Modal Contribution Analysis
• Modification Prediction
The LMS Virtual.Lab – Noise & Vibration training will teach you
• LMS Virtual.Lab Structures
how to use LMS Virtual.Lab in the context of structural
• Mesh Based Design
dynamics.
• Connection Modeling
• Assembly
You will learn how to predict structural responses using modal
• MSC Nastran analysis driver
models obtained with Finite Element techniques or Experimental
Modal Analysis and/or frequency response functions. We will
guide you through the assembly of a global dynamic model from
component models. You will also be introduced to the concepts
of Transfer Path Analysis and you will learn how to drive MSC
Nastran.
More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500

Ray Tracing Applications
• Introduction to Ray Acoustics
Duration: 2 days
• Theory
Who should attent: This course is intended for users interested
• Modeling
in using VL Ray Acoustics to perform acoustic simulation in high
• Numerical Methods
frequency range. This is the frequency range where both • Auralization
FEM/BEM technologies fail to deliver accurate results. • Application Overview and Highlights
Prerequisites: Acoustics (FEM), Acoustics (BEM), A basic • Examples
understanding of the LMS Virtual.Lab infrastructure is required
to attend this training.
The hypothesis behind this method assumes at high frequencies

sound approximately travels as rays from source to receiver
bouncing off different absorptive surfaces enroute. This allows
us to treat the sound rays in the same way as light rays in
geometrical optics -> geometrical acoustics is the result.
More information?
T: +31 (0) 73 - 680 2500


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