Ansys Workbench Training in Copenhagen, Denmark

This ANSYS Workbench training introduces participants to the fundamentals of engineering simulation using FEA (Finite Element Analysis). Learners will explore the Workbench environment, understand core simulation concepts, and perform hands-on exercises using ANSYS Student Edition or free alternatives like CalculiX/FreeCAD.

The course emphasizes practical skills, including geometry creation, meshing, applying loads, running simulations, and post-processing results. By the end of the program, participants will be able to confidently perform basic structural, thermal, and modal simulations and interpret the results for simple engineering problems.

Introduction & Basics of Simulation

Module 1: Introduction to FEA & Simulation

• What is Finite Element Analysis (FEA)?
• Why simulation is important in engineering
• Overview of engineering applications: structural, thermal, CFD
• Types of problems solved using ANSYS Workbench

Module 2: Understanding ANSYS Workbench Interface

• Overview of Workbench environment
• Project schematic, toolbox, and component systems
• Basic navigation: menus, toolbars, and workspaces
• Introduction to modules: Static Structural, Thermal, Modal, and CFD

Module 3: Geometry Creation & Import

• Creating simple geometries in DesignModeler / SpaceClaim
• Importing CAD models (STEP, IGES)
• Defining units and material orientation
• Hands-on: Build or import a simple 2D/3D part

Module 4: Material Properties & Assignments

• Understanding material properties: Young’s modulus, density, Poisson’s ratio
• Assigning materials to geometry
• Using predefined materials
• Hands-on: Assign material to sample geometry

Module 5: Meshing Fundamentals

• What is a mesh? Why is it important?
• Element types (linear vs higher-order)
• Mesh density & quality basics
• Hands-on: Generate a mesh for sample geometry
• Visualizing mesh and checking quality

Hands-On Exercise

• Create a simple beam or bracket geometry
• Assign material
• Generate mesh
• Visualize mesh quality

Setting up Simulations & Post-Processing

Module 6: Applying Loads & Boundary Conditions

• What are loads, forces, pressures, displacements
• Fixed supports, pins, rollers
• Hands-on: Apply boundary conditions to beam/bracket

Module 7: Running a Simple Simulation

• Understanding the solver
• Setting up the analysis type: Static Structural
• Running a simulation in ANSYS Student / Free tool
• Viewing solver messages & convergence

Module 8: Post-Processing Results

• Viewing results: deformation, stress, strain, factor of safety
• Using contour plots, vector plots
• Extracting numerical results
• Hands-on: Interpret simulation results for sample geometry

Module 9: Basic Thermal & Modal Analysis (Optional)

• Introduction to thermal simulation: heat transfer basics
• Introduction to modal analysis: vibration frequency basics
• Hands-on (guided): Run a simple thermal or modal study

Module 10: Practical Tips & Best Practices

• Simplifying geometry for faster simulation
• Choosing mesh density vs accuracy
• Saving projects and exporting results
• Introduction to ANSYS documentation and help resources

Hands-On

Participants complete a simple end-to-end project:

• Geometry creation or import
• Assign material
• Apply loads & supports
• Mesh
• Run simulation
• Post-process results
• Prepare a short report with screenshots