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NXOpen Programming for CAD Automation Using C# Programming
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NXOpen Programming for CAD Automation Using C# Programming

NXOpen Programming for CAD Automation Using C# Programming
Last updated 9/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Mechanical Design Engineers
  • Mechanical CAD Engineers
  • NX CAD Designers
  • Mechanical Engineers

Course content

4 sections28 lectures20h 48m total length
  • Instructions0:19
  • Day 1: Introduction58:42
  • NXOpen Documentation7:11
  • NXOpen Documentation Link0:01
  • Assignment : Download API Reference Guide
  • Day 2 Introduction to Journal Editor and Journal Examples48:21
  • Day 2 examples0:03
  • Assignment : Create Square
  • Mindset shift ritual0:06
  • Installing Visual Studio8:26
  • Installation of Older Version Visual Studio2:03
  • Creating Project in Visual Studio12:30
  • Day 3 Journal Examples and API Reference Guide43:55
  • Record Journal
  • Day 4 Data Types - C# and NX Open52:19
  • Find Variables
  • Day 5 C# Basic Topics52:00
  • Calculating Composite Area

Requirements

  • Mechanical Engineers with access to NX CAD software

Description

This comprehensive course provides a deep dive into NXOpen, the powerful API for Siemens NX, using the C# programming language. Designed for engineers, designers, and programmers, this course bridges the gap between manual CAD operations and automated, script-driven workflows. You will start with the fundamentals of the NXOpen API, understanding its object model, class structures, and how it interacts with the Siemens NX environment. The curriculum covers key topics such as creating and modifying geometry, automating drawing creation, managing part files, and extracting design data. You will learn to write scripts that can perform repetitive tasks in seconds, such as batch processing hundreds of files, generating reports, or creating complex, parametric models from a set of inputs. The course emphasizes practical, hands-on application, with real-world examples and exercises that simulate common engineering challenges. By the end of this course, you will have the skills to significantly enhance your productivity, reduce manual errors, and develop custom applications that streamline your design and manufacturing processes. No prior experience with NXOpen is required, but a basic understanding of C# and CAD principles is recommended. This knowledge will empower you to become a more efficient and valuable asset in any engineering or product development team.

Who this course is for:

  • Mechanical Engineers interested in CAD Automation