3D Modeling Training in Porto

ArchiCAD is a professional Building Information Modeling (BIM) software developed by Graphisoft, widely used for architectural design, documentation, and collaboration.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level architecture and BIM professionals who wish to master complex modeling techniques, automate workflows, and enhance collaboration using ArchiCAD’s advanced features.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use ArchiCAD’s advanced modeling and documentation tools efficiently.
• Customize templates, attributes, and standards for large-scale projects.
• Leverage teamwork, BIMcloud, and IFC workflows for multi-user collaboration.
• Integrate automation, visualization, and performance optimization tools in ArchiCAD.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level SolidWorks users who wish to deepen their modeling skills, master advanced features, and improve design efficiency and accuracy.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create complex parts, assemblies, and configurations efficiently.
• Use advanced modeling tools such as sweeps, lofts, and surfaces.
• Apply design tables, equations, and parametric controls.
• Perform simulations and motion studies to validate designs.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level electrical engineers and designers who wish to use AutoCAD to create professional electrical drawings and documentation.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basics of electrical design and drafting using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Learn to create and manage electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Utilize AutoCAD Electrical's advanced tools and features to enhance productivity.
• Apply best practices for electrical design and documentation.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level AutoCAD Plant 3D users who wish to use AutoCAD Plant 3D for complex plant design projects effectively.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use AutoCAD Plant 3D for complex and detailed plant design projects.
• Understand the advanced features of AutoCAD Plant 3D, including custom component creation, advanced data management, and complex routing.
• Manage large-scale projects and collaborate effectively with teams using different software tools.
• Customize the software and automate repetitive tasks to meet specific project needs.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level engineers who wish to use Autodesk InfoDrainage for storm and foul network design, both as a standalone tool and integrated with Civil 3D.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create, edit, and analyze both storm and foul drainage networks in InfoDrainage.
• Conduct 1D and 2D simulations to assess drainage system performance.
• Understand how to integrate data between Civil 3D and InfoDrainage efficiently.
• Design sustainable drainage solutions (SuDS).

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at artists, game developers, or complete beginners who wish to use Blender to create 3D models for interactive applications, video games, animated films, etc.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and core concepts of 3D modeling.
• Explore a variety of modes and tools for modeling and editing 3D meshes.
• Use the tools for UV mapping/unwrapping, sculpting, and painting 3D models renderring.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, and electronics engineers who wish to further enhance their SolidWorks knowledge by mastering advanced part modeling, as well as other advanced features and shaping capabilities of SolidWorks.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use multi-body solids, sweeping and lofting features, and more advanced SolidWorks features.
• Utilize the assembly modeling capabilities of SolidWorks.
• Master the advanced modeling features of SolidWorks.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level graphic designers and artists who wish to learn the basics of 3ds Max and how to create 3D models, animations, and renderings for various purposes.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a development environment that includes 3ds Max software, a computer that meets the system requirements, and Visual Studio Code.
• Create a basic 3ds Max project and explore the user interface and navigation tools.
• Use 3ds Max tools and modifiers to create and edit 3D objects, such as primitives, shapes, meshes, and splines.
• Use 3ds Max materials and maps to apply colors, textures, and effects to 3D objects.
• Use 3ds Max lights and cameras to set up the scene and adjust the lighting and perspective.
• Use 3ds Max animation tools and controllers to animate 3D objects and create keyframes, curves, and trajectories.
• Use 3ds Max rendering tools and settings to render the scene and export the final image or video.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level geospatial professionals who wish to use Rhinoceros 6 and Agisoft Metashape to create, refine, and integrate detailed 3D models.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of 3D design and photogrammetry.
• Efficiently navigate and use Rhinoceros 6 for creating and refining 3D models.
• Apply NURBS modeling techniques in Rhinoceros 6 and perform photogrammetric processing using Agisoft Metashape.
• Execute and present a comprehensive 3D project.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, and electronics engineers who wish to further enhance their SolidWorks knowledge by mastering advanced part modeling, as well as other advanced features and shaping capabilities of SolidWorks.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use multi-body solids, sweeping and lofting features, and more advanced SolidWorks features.
• Utilize the assembly modeling capabilities of SolidWorks.
• Master the advanced modeling features of SolidWorks.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level web designers who wish to learn how to use CATIA V5 for collaborative product creation and product data management.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the CATIA V5 interface and navigation.
• Create 2D sketches and transform them into 3D models.
• Develop assemblies to combine multiple components.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at anyone who wishes to learn how to use Digital Twin in monitoring and analyzing products and processes before building and deploying the actual product.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Learn and understand the fundamental concepts of Digital Twin.
• Understand the Digital Twin types and life cycle.
• Use Digital Twin to effectively manage research data and design models.

SketchUp Pro is a 3D modeling software used for architectural, interior design, and product visualization that enables users to create, modify, and present detailed spatial models efficiently.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level interior designers and design professionals who wish to master SketchUp Pro for iPad to create, visualize, and refine interior design concepts such as rooms, furniture, and layout compositions.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and navigate SketchUp Pro on iPad efficiently.
• Create and modify interior models including walls, furniture, and spatial layouts.
• Apply textures, materials, and lighting for realistic visualizations.
• Export and share models for presentation and collaboration.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and guided demonstrations.
• Hands-on exercises and modeling practice on iPad.
• Live project work with feedback and Q&A sessions.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level developers and architects who wish to learn the basics of Navisworks and how to use it for BIM (Building Information Modeling) project delivery.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up and use Navisworks for 3D model review and coordination.
• Create and visualize a composite BIM model from different design disciplines.
• Communicate and annotate issues and feedback within the model.
• Perform clash detection and resolution between 3D files.
• Simulate and control construction schedules and costs.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, and electronics engineers who wish to use SolidWorks to sketch and produce a detailed drawing of their ideas and concepts.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of SolidWorks.
• Design and create parts, assemblies, and 3D models with SolidWorks.

Unity, Blender, and Visual Studio together provide a powerful toolkit for creating and programming industrial virtual environments. Unity enables interactive simulation and visualization, Blender offers advanced 3D modeling capabilities, and Visual Studio serves as the programming backbone for integrating control systems and industrial logic.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level professionals who wish to design, model, and program industrial environments for simulation, training, and integration purposes.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Design and model industrial equipment and scenarios using Blender.
• Import and optimize 3D models in Unity for visualization.
• Program system logic and integration workflows in Visual Studio.
• Create interactive industrial virtual environments with control system connections.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Hands-on 3D modeling and environment development.
• Programming and integration exercises with live demonstrations.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

The course is designed to teach the fundamentals of the Systems Modeling Language (SysML), its application through the Magicdraw/Cameo software, basic Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) simulation techniques, and best practices in MBSE.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at web designers who wish to create precise 2D models using AutoCAD.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create and update AutoCAD drawings, plans, and layouts.
• Manage various style dimensions for advanced styling.
• Master the Cartesian coordinate system to create meaningful and dynamic input.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at web designers who wish to create 3D and/or 2D models with Autodesk Revit.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Add datum elements, such as levels and grids for advanced modeling.
• Create models ready for analysis and design.
• Import CAD files and link Revit files.

The BEM (Boundary Element Method) is a numerical computational method and design technique for solving a range of engineering and physical problems. BEM is a promising alternative to FEM (Finite Element Method) as it bypasses the need for a 3D finite element mesh of an entire space.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn the theory and benefits of using BEM as they apply BEM techniques to solving engineering design problems related to complex three dimensional structures. The mathematical concepts behind BEM are explained and applied as coding exercises throughout the training.

Audience

• Developers
• Engineers

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice

Cortona3D is publication software for generating web-based 3D/2D documentation from existing CAD and BOM data.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to set up and operate the various Cortona3D components as they create enhanced technical documentation for a sample project.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to use Cortona3D to publish various types of 3D-animated materials, including catalogs, documentation and training resources.

Audience

• Engineers
• Designers
• Technical publication professionals

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice

The course is designed to teach the fundamentals of the Systems Modeling Language (SysML), its application through the MagicDraw/Cameo software, basic Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) simulation techniques, and best practices in MBSE. This training covers the fundamentals of creating templates and generating reports within the MagicDraw/Cameo tool suite, and teaches how macros and scripts work inside MagicDraw and what they can be applied to.

The course is designed to teach the fundamentals of the Systems Modeling Language (SysML), its application through the MagicDraw/Cameo software, basic Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) simulation techniques, and best practices in MBSE. This training teaches the core concepts and features of validation rules, validation suites, and model metrics and is designed to introduce the core concepts and features of developing and utilizing model queries in MagicDraw/Cameo.​

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at investigators who wish to use Mesa to create Agent Based Models in a Python environment.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure the development environment needed to start modeling in Python.
• Quickly create an agent-based model using Mesa's built-in core components.
• Expand the complexity of the model.
• Visualize agent activity in real-time inside a browser.
• Analyze the results of the model interactively using Python data analysis tools.
• Integrate the model with other Python systems such as machine learning applications.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at investigators who wish to use NetLogo to create Agent Based Models (ABM).

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install NetLogo.
• Develop an agent-based model.
• Visualize agent activity.
• Analyze the results of the model.
• Test and document the agent-based simulation model.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at design engineers or industrial designers who wish to use NVIDIA Omniverse to build realistic simulations while working collaboratively on a single platform.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and enable Omniverse components and applications.
• Develop and render 3D simulations that mimic physically accurate environment and workflows.
• Simplify the process of building and rendering complex workflows by connecting different design tools and applications in one platform.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at design engineers, architects, and developers who wish to use Pixar USD to create, build, and share common 3D scenes or assets while working simultaneously from different graphics tools.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the necessary development environment to start building 3D graphics and workflows.
• Understand the basic USD composition and apply modifications to enhance 3D assets and scenes.     
• Share, combine, and transform multiple assets using the supported USD plugins for 3rd party applications (Maya, Katana, and Houdini).

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at design engineers, architects, or video game developers who wish to use RealityCapture to create 3D models for gaming, architecture, or other visualization projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the necessary development environment to start creating 3D models with RealityCapture.
• Learn how to implement the photogrammetry workflow for producing and reconstructing realistic 3D models.
• Export and upload 3D models to VR and AR content platforms, such as Unreal Engine, Sketchfab, and Cesium ion.

The Repast Suite is a family of advanced, free, and open source agent-based modeling and simulation libraries that have collectively been under continuous development for over 10 years. This four day course in Porto (online or onsite) explains in detail how to create simulation for agent-based systems using the Repast environment.

Course Objectives

1. Introduce participants to principles and concepts of agent-based modeling and simulation.
2. Develop participants’ capacity to read and understand agent modeling programming code.
3. Equip participants with knowledge, so they understand the importance of accurate and precise modeling.
4. Increase the participants’ understanding of systems of their own using the Agent-based simulation.
5. Develop a better capacity to use and code agent-based systems using repast, reLogo.

This instructor-led, live training in Porto (online or onsite) is aimed at architects who wish to create 3D models for architectural designs using SketchUp.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use SketchUp to create 3D models of buildings, landscapes, scenes, furniture, etc.
• Apply different types of materials to the interior and exterior of a 3D structure.
• Geolocate a modeled structure for mapping realistic elements, such as shadows.