Exterior Design Fundamentals (OEM-Level Basics)

Automotive Exterior Design Process : Learn a step-by-step OEM methodology to design stylish, aerodynamic, and manufacturable vehicle exteriors

Exterior Master Sections & Industry Standards : Understand OEM and Tier-1 design standards, surface continuity, and exterior quality benchmarks

Vehicle Proportions & Styling Feasibility : Apply styling feasibility, visibility, pedestrian safety, and regulatory requirements in exterior product design

Exterior Component Design (Hands-On Learning):

Design of Automotive Exterior Components : Bumpers, Fender, Hood, Tailgate, Spoilers, ORVMs, Grilles, Garnish & Exterior Claddings

Exterior Assembly & Mounting Strategy : Learn fastening methods, tolerances, sealing concepts, and assembly sequence used in production vehicles

Material Selection for Automotive Exteriors : Plastics (PP, TPO, ABS, PC-ABS) and metals based on performance, durability, and cost

Automotive Exterior Plastic Design & Engineering:

Automotive Plastic Design Guidelines : Draft angles, tooling direction, parting lines, sliders & lifters, and Class-A surface feasibility

Exterior Panel Design Modifications : Identify tooling risks, quality issues, and manufacturability challenges with engineering solutions

B-Surface & Engineering Feature Design : Ribs, bosses, clips, locators, heat stakes, and impact-resistant exterior features

3D CAD Design & Validation (Industry Practice):

3D CAD Modelling, Detailing & Drafting : Create production-ready CAD models and 2D drawings as per OEM standards

DMU (Digital Mock-Up) & Fitment Study : Perform clash checks, gap & flush analysis, and assembly validation

GD&T & Tolerance Stack-Up : Learn dimensional control techniques used in real automotive exterior design projects

Concept, Safety & Manufacturing Feasibility:

Automotive Exterior Concept Development : Convert styling ideas into feasible, production-ready exterior components

Safety & Regulatory Compliance : Design as per pedestrian safety norms, FMVSS, ECE, and global automotive regulations

Manufacturing Feasibility & Gap Analysis : Ensure tooling feasibility, quality consistency, and cost optimization

Customer & Market-Driven Exterior Design : Develop exterior components aligned with brand identity and customer expectations

Start Your Career in Automotive Exterior Product Design: Join this job-oriented automotive exterior design training program and gain hands-on, industry-relevant experience aligned with OEM and Tier-1 automotive companies. Perfect for mechanical engineering freshers aiming to build a strong automotive design career with complete support from training to placement.

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