Training Course Contents
This course is a comprehensive and unified introduction to the modeling and analysis capabilities of Abaqus. It teaches you how to solve linear and nonlinear problems, submit and monitor analysis jobs and view simulation results using the interactive interface of Abaqus.
The course covers the following topics:
- Linear and nonlinear structural analysis
- Static, dynamic and heat transfer analysis
- Material models: linear elasticity, hyperelasticity and metal plasticity
- Loads and constraints
- Modeling contact
- Selecting the appropriate elements for your problem
- Feature-based modeling, parts and assemblies
- Working with CAD geometry and imported meshes
- Mesh generation techniques
- Creating, submitting and monitoring analysis jobs
- Viewing simulation results
- Restarting an analysis
Course Info at a glance
Requirements & Benefits
Requirements
Roles/Apps Targeted
Skills you will acquire
Introduction to SIMULIA Abaqus Lessons
This course will concentrate on the following topics:
The course is divided into lectures, demonstrations and workshops.
The course's workshops are integral to the training. They are designed to reinforce concepts presented during the lectures and demonstrations. They are intended to provide users with the experience of running and trouble-shooting actual Abaqus analyses.
- Overview of Abaqus
- Working with Geometry
- Material and Section Properties
- Assemblies in Abaqus
- Steps, Output, Loads, and Boundary Conditions
- Meshing Imported and Native Geometry
- Job Management and Results Visualization
- Linear and Nonlinear Problems
- Analysis Procedures
- Analysis Continuation Techniques
- Constraints and Connections
- Contact
Training Methods
Choose from three different training methods available to you
Group/Public Training
Receive SOLIDWORKS training as a group in a traditional classroom environment.
Classes can be taken in one of our training locations across Canada and the US using SOLIDWORKS approved training content and methodologies.
Advantages
- Cost effective training method.
- Leave the office to concentrate on learning.
- Learn more through group questions and feedback.
Live Online Training
With our online training you will experience an interactive learning environment where you can give feedback, gain access to the SOLIDWORKS training files and get time to work on training exercises.
Advantages
- Online courses are available as half or full day sessions.
- More effective than video based training, with recorded videos learners are often not as focused on the training and skip exercises.
Onsite at your location
Receive training at your place of work. This style of flexible training is perfect for teams or individuals who are faced with a specific challenge and require personalized courses with on-the-job coaching.
Advantages
- Use our state-of-the-art mobile classroom at your facility.
- Bring your team up to a consistent level of knowledge by having them take the same training at the same time.
- Benefit from flexible scheduling options.
Upcoming Classes
Choose a Introduction to SIMULIA Abaqus class from the list below
| Start | Duration | Location | Language | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, 10th August, 2026 | 4 Days | Online | English | Get a Quote |
| Monday, 14th September, 2026 | 4 Days | Online | English | Get a Quote |
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