Course Offered at V.R. Jamdar Siemens Center of Excellence

Various courses of different duration are offered at VRJSCOE. Aspirants can opt for online / offline/ mix mode of learning. Remote access to software as well as hardware can be given for online courses. Training courses can be taken up by students, teachers, industry professionals. Custom courses can be designed and offered to the industry / academia aspirants. The training is offered in the following disciplines PLM (CAD, CAM, CAE & Digital Manufacturing), Automation & PLC, IoT, Smart Factory, CNC Programming, and robotics. CoE also offers internships for UG and PG students in these domains.

S.No Course Title Duration (hrs.) Domain Prerequisite (Education)
1 Skill Development Certificate Courses 40 Hours Product Design and Validation, Automation, Reverse Engineering, Mechatronics, Process Instrumentation, Industrial Robotics, CNC machining, Test and Optimization, Internet of things, Advanced Manufacturing and CNC controllers ITI / Diploma / B.E. / M.Tech completed or ongoing
2 Certificate Course in Product Design and Analysis 100 Hours The course covers an introduction to CAD and the NX user interface, sketching, part and assembly modeling, and generating drawing views. It includes sheet metal design, basic Finite Element Analysis (FEA), pre-processing with Simcenter 3D, material definition, and boundary conditions. The course also explores coupled thermal and structural analysis, adaptive meshing, geometry optimization, and post-processing. Diploma/ B.Tech./ M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)
3 Certificate Course in Future-Ready Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing 100 Hours The course introduces basic and advanced robotic simulation using Process Simulate, including kinematics and placement commands. It covers human operations, ergonomics, plant simulation basics, and strategies. Participants will also learn about robot configuration, structure, and programming essentials, with both offline programming in Robot Studio and hands-on online programming. Diploma/ B.Tech./ M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)
4 Certificate Course Industrial Automation with IIoT 100 Hours Process Instruments & Control Systems, Siemens PLC Configuration, HMI Integration, Modular Automation Production System, Automation and DCS, Simatic WinCC, Basics of Electronics & IoT, IIoT Introduction, Project Submission & Assessment. Diploma/B.Tech./M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)
5 Certificate Course in Product Life Cycle Management 100 Hours The course covers CAD and NX user interface basics, sketching, advanced modeling tools, and assembly modeling. It includes generating, editing, and dimension drawing views. It also explores basic and advanced robotic simulation, kinematics, part flow simulation, human simulation, and plant simulation strategies. Diploma/ B.Tech./ M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)
6 Certificate Course in Robotics and CNC Programming for Industrial Applications 100 Hours The course covers robot and robotics basics, ABB robot configuration, structure, and programming essentials, including offline and hands-on online programming. It also explores CNC technology history, basic and intermediate CNC programming for 3-axis milling and turning machines, hands-on programming with Siemens Sinutrain, and an introduction to NX-CAM and manufacturing processes. Diploma/ B.Tech./ M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)
7 Certificate Course in Structural, Thermal and Fluid Flow Analysis 100 Hours The course introduces basics of Finite Element Analysis (FEA), pre- and post-processing with Simcenter 3D, and motion analysis using the four-bar mechanism. It also covers fluid flow analysis with Simcenter STAR-CCM+, including geometry creation, meshing, boundary conditions, and simulation. Practical exercises include creating geometry models, signature acquisition from a motor-driven engine, and impact testing using a hammer. Diploma/ B.Tech./ M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)
8 Certificate course in Reverse Engineering and Design Optimization 100 Hours Product Design. Software - Siemens NX (Sketching, Modeling, Drafting, Assembly Design). 2. Test and Optimization. Software - SIMCENTER 3D (Structural &Thermal Analysis). 3. Reverse Engineering. Software - COLIN 3D, ZRE, GOM INSPECTION. (3d Scanning,3D Modeling, Scan to CAD, 3D Inspection). Diploma/ B.Tech./ M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)
9 Internship 4-6 Weeks Industrial Automation with IIoT / Smart Manufacturing Diploma/ B.Tech./ M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)
10 Internship 3 Months Industrial Automation 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing Diploma/ B.Tech./ M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)
11 Internship 6 Months Advanced Automation with Digital Integration / Smart Manufacturing Diploma/ B.Tech./ M.Tech (Completed or ongoing)

Assessment : During courses, aspirants have to go through continuous assessment. Attendance for all the sessions is mandatory

On successful completion of the course, certificate will be awarded to the candidate. Certificate will be signed by VNIT Nagpur, Siemens SISW and 3D Engineering Automation LLP.

Registration Fee:

S.No Type of Course Duration Registration Fee for VNIT Student and Faculty Member (Rs.) Registration Fee for Outside VNIT Students/Faculty/ Industry Personnel (Rs.) Registration Fee including 18% GST (Rs.)
1 Skill Development Certificate Course 40 Hours NA 8,000 9,440
2 Certificate Course 100 Hours 2500 (NO GST) 20,000 23,600
3 Internship 4-6 Weeks3500(NO GST)6,0007,080
3 MonthsNA12,00014,160
6 MonthsNA24,00028,320
4 Anyone outside VNIT Teacher/Industry person will be charged Rs. 500/- per hour per head. 40–120Hours Rs. 500/- plus 18% GST per Hour per head for Industry participants, research scientist including the students involved for undertaking online / hybrid course and faculty members outside VNIT Nagpur.
5 Consultancy Work The faculty in-charge from VNIT Nagpur executing the consultancy work will implement standard consultancy procedures followed at VNIT Nagpur.
6 Lab utilization charges for outside students and industrial projects. Rs. 200/- per hour per head plus 18% GST.

4 Credits Certificate Courses Offered by Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, NAGPUR and Conducted by V. R. Jamdar Siemens Center of Excellence, VNIT Nagpur.


1. Certificate Course on Product Design, Validation and Simulation
2. Certificate Course on Digital Manufacturing Using Siemens Tecnomatix
3. Certificate Course in IIoT and Automation
4. Certificate Course on Industrial Robotics and CNC Programming


Eligibility : Diploma/B.Tech (Any branch) – 2nd Year Completed
M.Tech(Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, and related branches)–First Semester Completed

Bonafide students of VNIT Nagpur are not eligible for the 4 credits certificate courses.

Maximum Duration: 3 months
Contact Hours: 100(Lecture:0, Tutorial:16, Practical:84)
Mode: Hybrid (Tutorial Online, Practical offline)

Course Fee : Rs. 25,000 + 18% GST (Includes Rs. 20,000/- certificate course fee and Rs. 5000/- one-time registration fees)

S.No Courses L T P Cr
1 All the above mentioned four courses 0 1 6 4
Total 0 1 6 4

Total: Lecture: 0 hours
Tutorial: 16 hours
Practical: 84hours

Attendance Requirement: 100%mandatory
25% relaxation maybe given by the course coordinator.

CourseEvaluation: Mid-term: 30%
End Term: 30%

Teacher’s Assessment: 40% (includes mini project)

Upon completing any one of the four certificate courses listed above, you will receive a 4-Credits Certificate from Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur.