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Professional Training in PDMS – Plant Design Management System
Introduction
PDMS (Plant Design Management System) is a widely-used 3D plant design software developed by AVEVA, extensively adopted across the oil & gas, petrochemical, power, and process industries. This course is designed to provide engineers with practical knowledge of 3D plant modeling, equipment layout, piping design, structural detailing, and isometric generation within PDMS. With real-time project simulations and industry-aligned exercises, the course equips professionals to contribute effectively to multi-disciplinary plant engineering projects using PDMS.
Modules and Content
Module 1: Introduction to PDMS and Interface Navigation
- Overview of PDMS capabilities and modules
- Navigating the user interface and project settings
- Understanding database and hierarchy in PDMS
Module 2: Equipment Modeling
- Creating equipment using standard templates
- Custom equipment modeling using primitives
- Equipment positioning and orientation
Module 3: Piping Design Module
- Pipe routing techniques and specifications
- Nozzle connection and pipe support integration
- Use of catalogs and specification-driven desi
Module 4: Structural Modeling
- Modeling steel structures, beams, and columns
- Access platforms, ladders, and supports
- Structural hierarchy and orientation
Module 5: HVAC and Cable Tray Routing
- Creating HVAC ducting systems
- Routing cable trays with constraints
- Clearance checks and clash management
Module 6: Draft Module – 2D Drawing Extraction
- Generating orthographic drawings from 3D model
- Customizing drawing views, labels, and annotations
- Title block and sheet management
Module 7: Isometric Drawing Generation
- Spool and isometric extraction from pipe model
- Isodraft setup and drawing customization
- BOM and weld mapping
Module 8: Clash Detection and Model Review
- Performing interference checks
- Model navigation and walkthroughs
- Using AVEVA Review for presentations
Module 9: PDMS Administration and Database Control
- User roles and access control
- Backups, version control, and project setup
- Report generation and database management
Module 10: Integration with Other Disciplines
- Coordination between piping, structural, and electrical models
- Data exchange with E3D, AutoCAD, and Navisworks
- Exporting project data and formats
Module 11: Industry Case Studies
- Layout design of a process plant unit
- Equipment-piping-structure coordination challenges
- Best practices in multi-disciplinary modeling
Module 12: Capstone Project – Full 3D Plant Model
- Complete modeling of a plant unit
- Drawing generation and clash-free submission
- Client-oriented report and model presentatio
Scope & Advantages
PDMS is one of the most sought-after 3D plant modeling tools in the EPC and industrial design sector. Professionals with PDMS expertise are in high demand across global companies for roles in plant layout, piping design, equipment engineering, and construction planning. This training not
only offers practical experience in building comprehensive plant models but also prepares engineers to work in collaborative environments, ensuring deliverables meet safety, space optimization, and constructability standards. Mastery of PDMS opens doors to careers in refineries, petrochemical complexes, power plants, and marine engineering projects.
only offers practical experience in building comprehensive plant models but also prepares engineers to work in collaborative environments, ensuring deliverables meet safety, space optimization, and constructability standards. Mastery of PDMS opens doors to careers in refineries, petrochemical complexes, power plants, and marine engineering projects.
Reference
- “Piping Handbook” by Mohinder L. Nayyar ,
- “Process Piping: The Complete Guide to ASME B31.3” by Charles Becht IV,
- “Pipe Stress Engineering” by Liang-Chuan Peng and Tsen-Loong Peng
- “Piping Design Handbook” by John J. McKetta Jr.
- “The Planning Guide to Piping Design” by Richard Beale and David R. Sherwood