IMBEST learning pathways
Learn. Build.Show your skills. Original project-led programs for mechanical students and early-career engineers. Choose a foundation, build a specialisation and finish with a practical portfolio.
Introductory fee proposal. These prices are proposed for IMBEST’s initial offerings. Batch dates, delivery mode, seat availability and the final payable amount are confirmed before payment. Enrolment currently uses a WhatsApp/email admission request.
Foundation / 60 guided hours Engineering Drawing & AutoCAD Drafting Diploma and B.Tech students starting mechanical drafting
₹4,999Proposed introductory tuition · applicable taxes, if any, confirmed in quotation
Portfolio project: Manufacturing drawing pack for a shaft, bracket and simple fabrication assembly
Core design / 80 guided hours SOLIDWORKS Mechanical Design & CSWA Preparation Mechanical students and early-career design engineers
₹7,999Proposed introductory tuition · applicable taxes, if any, confirmed in quotation
Portfolio project: Mechanical assembly with drawings, BOM and a material-based mass/CoG verification sheet
Specialisation / 50 guided hours Sheet Metal & Weldment Product Design Students or professionals with basic SOLIDWORKS part-modelling experience
₹5,999Proposed introductory tuition · applicable taxes, if any, confirmed in quotation
Portfolio project: Equipment enclosure and supporting frame with flat patterns, drawings and cut list
Practical technology / 40 guided hours 3D Printing & Design for Additive Manufacturing Engineering students, makers and designers exploring prototyping
₹4,999Proposed introductory tuition · applicable taxes, if any, confirmed in quotation
Portfolio project: Functional bracket or enclosure with slicing plan, cost sheet and fit-review report
Capstone program / 90 guided hours Product Development: Concept to Prototype Students and graduates seeking an end-to-end product portfolio
₹11,999Proposed introductory tuition · applicable taxes, if any, confirmed in quotation
Portfolio project: A small functional product with design dossier, prototype plan, BOM and test report
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Request a proposal ↗ Close syllabus Engineering Drawing & AutoCAD Drafting 60 guided hours · Proposed tuition ₹4,999
Prerequisites Basic computer skills and introductory engineering drawing
Software & resources AutoCAD with a valid licence; version and access confirmed before admission
Unit-wise syllabus Engineering drawings: views, scales, line conventions and drawing interpretation Drawing setup: units, coordinates, precision and object snaps 2D geometry: creation, editing, layers, blocks and reusable details Orthographic and section views: dimensions, fits and annotations Drawing documentation: layouts, viewports, title blocks and plotting Manufacturing awareness: materials, process selection and drawing portfolio Project Manufacturing drawing pack for a shaft, bracket and simple fabrication assembly
Learning outcomes Read and prepare structured 2D drawings, dimension parts and export a clear drawing portfolio
Final fees, applicable taxes, batch availability and delivery format are confirmed before payment. Software, vendor exam vouchers and separately quoted prototype materials are excluded unless agreed. IMBEST certificates are separate from vendor certification.
Request admission ↗ Close syllabus SOLIDWORKS Mechanical Design & CSWA Preparation 80 guided hours · Proposed tuition ₹7,999
Prerequisites Engineering drawing basics; basic computer skills
Software & resources SOLIDWORKS Standard or suitable licensed edition; official exam vouchers excluded
Unit-wise syllabus Sketch design intent: relations, dimensions and fully constrained geometry Part modelling: extrude, revolve, cuts, patterns, fillets and reference geometry Design changes: feature editing, configurations and model robustness Materials and validation: density, mass, volume and centre of gravity Assemblies and drawings: mates, interference review, views and BOM CSWA preparation: part modifications, assembly practice and timed assessments Project Mechanical assembly with drawings, BOM and a material-based mass/CoG verification sheet
Learning outcomes Build parametric parts and assemblies, document designs and prepare for the CSWA exam
Final fees, applicable taxes, batch availability and delivery format are confirmed before payment. Software, vendor exam vouchers and separately quoted prototype materials are excluded unless agreed. IMBEST certificates are separate from vendor certification.
Request admission ↗ Close syllabus Sheet Metal & Weldment Product Design 50 guided hours · Proposed tuition ₹5,999
Prerequisites Constrained sketches, part features and basic drawing knowledge
Software & resources Licensed SOLIDWORKS edition with sheet metal and weldment tools
Unit-wise syllabus Fabrication fundamentals: material thickness, sections and process constraints Sheet metal: base flange, bends, flanges, reliefs and bend allowances Flat patterns: drawing output, fastening and assembly planning Weldments: structural members, trimming, joints and cut lists Documentation: weld symbols, BOM, manufacturing drawings and costing Capstone: enclosure and frame review for manufacturability Project Equipment enclosure and supporting frame with flat patterns, drawings and cut list
Learning outcomes Prepare sheet-metal and frame designs with fabrication-oriented documentation
Final fees, applicable taxes, batch availability and delivery format are confirmed before payment. Software, vendor exam vouchers and separately quoted prototype materials are excluded unless agreed. IMBEST certificates are separate from vendor certification.
Request admission ↗ Close syllabus 3D Printing & Design for Additive Manufacturing 40 guided hours · Proposed tuition ₹4,999
Prerequisites Basic CAD knowledge recommended
Software & resources CAD and slicer; hands-on printing depends on agreed equipment/location
Unit-wise syllabus Additive processes: FDM, SLA and SLS principles and applications Materials: properties, limitations and process selection Design for printing: clearances, wall thickness, orientation and supports Slicing: layer height, infill, temperatures and print preparation Production awareness: finishing, defects, time and cost estimates Prototype iteration: measurement, fit testing and design revision Project Functional bracket or enclosure with slicing plan, cost sheet and fit-review report
Learning outcomes Plan a print workflow and improve a design for its chosen additive process
Final fees, applicable taxes, batch availability and delivery format are confirmed before payment. Software, vendor exam vouchers and separately quoted prototype materials are excluded unless agreed. IMBEST certificates are separate from vendor certification.
Request admission ↗ Close syllabus Product Development: Concept to Prototype 90 guided hours · Proposed tuition ₹11,999
Prerequisites Basic CAD modelling and engineering drawing skills
Software & resources Suitable licensed CAD software; prototype material and external fabrication costs excluded
Unit-wise syllabus Discover: user needs, problem definition and engineering specifications Develop concepts: ideation, selection matrices and feasibility Detail the design: CAD, materials, tolerances and manufacturing routes Plan production: BOM, supplier assumptions and cost estimation Prototype and evaluate: test plan, results and engineering changes Present: project dossier, portfolio, commercial considerations and design review Project A small functional product with design dossier, prototype plan, BOM and test report
Learning outcomes Connect user requirements, engineering design, prototype evaluation and cost decisions
Final fees, applicable taxes, batch availability and delivery format are confirmed before payment. Software, vendor exam vouchers and separately quoted prototype materials are excluded unless agreed. IMBEST certificates are separate from vendor certification.
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