By E3D Training Professor 
The PDMS (Plant Design Management System) course is designed to equip aspiring engineers and design professionals with hands-on skills in 3D plant modeling and detailed engineering, tailored specifically to meet the demands of the oil & gas, petrochemical, and power plant industries. Developed in line with industry standards and based on Kagira Drawing Solutions’ proven training approach, this course bridges the gap between academic knowledge and real-time project requirements.
Through structured modules covering equipment modeling, piping design, structural steelwork, HVAC, drafting, and isometric generation, students gain practical exposure to all aspects of plant design. The course includes interpretation of P&IDs, development of GA drawings, clash detection, and complete project modeling. By the end of the program, learners will be able to independently handle a full-scale PDMS project from concept to deliverables, simulating real-world engineering office workflows.
Module 1: Introduction to PDMS
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Overview of PDMS and its Applications
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PDMS vs. Other Plant Design Tools (E3D, AutoPlant, SmartPlant 3D)
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Understanding the PDMS Interface
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Project Setup & User Access Levels
Module 2: Equipment Modeling (EQUIPMENT Module)
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Equipment Creation Basics
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Primitives: Cylinder, Box, Cone, Sphere
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Creating Pumps, Vessels, Heat Exchangers
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Nozzle Placement and Equipment Orientation
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Equipment Specification Control
Module 3: Piping Design (PIPE Module)
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Understanding Piping Hierarchy: SITE, ZONE, PIPE
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Routing Pipes with Specification Control
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Component Placement: Elbows, Tees, Valves, Flanges
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Branching and Splitting
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Using Catalogues and Specifications
Module 4: Structural Design (STRUCTURE Module)
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Steelwork Modeling Basics
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Creating Columns, Beams, Bracings
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Standard Sections (I-Beam, Channels, Angles)
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Platforms, Ladders, Handrails
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Joint Definitions and Supports
Module 5: HVAC & Cable Tray (HVAC Module)
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Creating Ducts and Cable Trays
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Placement Rules and Hierarchy
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HVAC Fittings and Transitions
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Supports for HVAC and Cable Trays
Module 6: Drafting & Isometrics (DRAFT & ISODRAFT Module)
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2D Drawing Generation from 3D Models
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Creating General Arrangement Drawings
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Dimensioning and Annotations
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Generating Isometric Drawings
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Title Blocks and Custom Templates
Module 7: Clash Detection and Design Review
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Using PDMS Clash Detection Tool
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Managing Clash Reports
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Running Design Reviews in PDMS
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Interfacing with Review Software (e.g., AVEVA Review)
Module 8: Administration & Customization
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PDMS Database Management
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User Access Management
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Backups and Restores
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Customizing Specifications and Catalogs
Module 9: Project Case Study
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Real-World Plant Design Scenario
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Group Project (Equipment + Piping + Structures)
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Final Review and Drawing Submissions
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Report Preparation & Presentation
Conclusion
This PDMS course provides a career-focused, project-based learning experience, empowering students with the confidence and capability to work on complex industrial design projects. Following the Kagira training methodology, the course emphasizes not just software operation but also discipline coordination, design logic, and documentation, ensuring that learners are job-ready from day one.
With dedicated final projects, mock interviews, and exposure to practical inputs like P&IDs and layout plans, this training positions participants for roles in EPC companies, design consultancies, and offshore/onshore plant engineering projects. Whether you’re a fresher or a working professional, this PDMS course is your gateway to entering the core design industry with confidence and competence.