ANSYS Workbench (Basic Level) Training Course

Introduction to ANSYS Workbench

• Understanding the Workbench project workflow and utilizing templates
• Interacting with the user interface, managing units, and handling data
• Working with project schematics and monitoring cell statuses

Geometry Setup and CAD Compatibility

• Importing CAD models and repairing geometric issues
• Applying basic SpaceClaim/DesignModeler techniques for model simplification
• Utilizing named selections and managing parts and bodies

Engineering Data: Material and Unit Configuration

• Accessing material libraries and defining custom material properties
• Overview of linear elastic characteristics and temperature dependencies
• Assigning materials to components and maintaining unit consistency

Essential Meshing Concepts

• Selecting element types, applying sizing controls, and adjusting relevance levels
• Implementing local mesh refinement and inflation layers
• Assessing mesh quality and adhering to industry best practices

Configuring Static Structural Analyses

• Defining contacts, joints, and structural connections
• Applying loads, constraints, and effective boundary condition strategies
• Configuring analysis settings, solver parameters, and ensuring convergence

Solving, Post-Processing, and Result Analysis

• Managing solution runs, tracking progress, and resolving common errors
• Analyzing stress, strain, and deformation outputs using path and probe tools
• Validating results and avoiding typical interpretation mistakes

Basic Parametric Studies and Design Exploration

• Setting up parameters, design points, and monitoring responses
• Conducting what-if scenarios and understanding basic optimization principles
• Generating reports and exporting final results

Course Wrap-Up and Future Learning Paths