Automotive Design – 1 Year

0 student Language: English Level: All levels 0 lesson Duration: 3.5 Months Location: Mandikatar, Miteripul

Description

An extensive one-year diploma aimed at providing a deeper understanding of automotive design and its integration with engineering basics and sustainable practices. This program covers advanced topics such as concept vehicle design, materials, manufacturing processes, and VR-based visualization. By the end of the course, students will have a strong portfolio and hands-on experience to enter the industry with confidence.

Course Content

1-Year Automotive Design Diploma

Total Duration: 300 sessions (2 hours/day, 6 days a week)

Module 1: Introduction to Automotive Design

Duration: 3 weeks (18 sessions)

Overview of the automotive design industry
History and evolution of car design, from classic to modern vehicles
Basic principles of vehicle types and their design challenges

Module 2: Basic Sketching Techniques and Proportions

Duration: 5 weeks (30 sessions)

Mastering basic sketching techniques
Understanding car proportions and scaling
Working on basic vehicle views: side, front, and rear

Module 3: Drawing Views and Perspectives

Duration: 4 weeks (24 sessions)

Understanding and mastering car viewpoints: 3/4 views, top-down, and side views
Perspective drawing techniques: linear and atmospheric perspectives
Hands-on: Practice creating designs with correct proportions and perspective

Module 4: Advanced Sketching and Detailing

Advanced sketching techniques for detailing surfaces and lines
Working with depth, shadows, and reflections in car design

Hands-on: Refining sketches for a polished look

Module 5: Digital Design Tools and Techniques

Duration: 4 weeks (24 sessions)

Mastering digital tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for car design
Transforming traditional sketches into digital art
Rendering car designs with realistic textures and lighting

Module 6: Vehicle Exterior Design

Duration: 5 weeks (30 sessions)

Detailed study of exterior design elements: grills, headlights, bumpers
How aerodynamics influences car body shape and design decisions
Hands-on: Design various car exteriors with attention to proportions, aerodynamics, and style

Module 7: Wheel and Rim Design

Duration: 3 weeks (18 sessions)

Study of wheel types, rims, spokes, and tire fitment
Understanding the role of wheels in the overall design of the vehicle
Hands-on: Design and create custom wheels and rims for car models

Module 8: Advanced Surface Detailing

Duration: 3 weeks (18 sessions)

Techniques for adding realistic surface details to car designs
Understanding reflections, gloss, and matte finishes for car bodywork
Hands-on: Apply detailing techniques to create realistic car surfaces

Module 9: Interior Design for Automobiles

Duration: 5 weeks (30 sessions)

Designing automotive interiors: seats, dashboard, steering, controls
Ergonomics, comfort, and materials used in interior design
Hands-on: Create detailed interior design concepts

Module 11: Car Chassis and Underbody Design

Duration: 3 weeks (18 sessions)

Understanding the chassis structure and how it affects overall design
Focus on the underbody and vehicle stability
Hands-on: Design chassis and underbody elements

Module 12: Finalizing Exterior Design

Duration: 4 weeks (24 sessions)

Final refinements to exterior elements like windows, mirrors, doors, and spoilers
Advanced techniques for detailing and texture applications
Hands-on: Finalize the overall exterior of the car model

Module 13: Final Project and Refining Designs

Duration: 4 weeks (24 sessions)

Students will work on their final project, applying all skills learned throughout the course
Refining designs and preparing for professional critique
Outcome: Polished final design and portfolio development