Become an expert in substation design

Individual training for maximum learning success

Learning primtech 3d is easier than you think! In just one week of training, you'll gain the skills to work independently and efficiently. Our hands-on, interactive sessions ensure you build a complete substation in primtech 3d during the course—so you can apply your knowledge right away.

Training Options

Choose the format that best fits your needs:

Exclusive Corporate Training

Tailored to your team, available on-site at your company, at our academy in Ettlingen, Germany, or online.

Open Training

Join a scheduled training session in Ettlingen or online alongside other professionals.

Assisted Self-Learning

Learn at your own pace via the primtech INSIDE online platform, with Q&A sessions and expert support.

What to expect

  • Hands-on training: Gain practical experience by building your first substation in primtech 3d in just 5 days of training.
  • Personalized support: Small groups of no more than five students ensure individual attention and an intensive learning experience.
  • Tailored courses: Cover everything from foundational skills to advanced techniques.

Training Content


Basic Training (5 days)

Essential skills to create a full 5-bay substation in primtech 3d


  • Project Structure – Set up and manage projects efficiently.
  • Component Library – Use the primtech library and create project specific components
  • Device modeling – Assemblies (foundation, support, device), modules and imported geometry
  • Conductors – Modelling with wires, tubes and clamps
  • Substation modeling – Create and assemble bays and part stations
  • Infrastructure - Create roads, cable ducts and fences
  • Drawings – Create high quality substation drawings and plot them
  • Bill of Materials – Derive a BOM out of your project
  • Earthing - Create earthing grids, earthing details and derive typical earthing grid layouts
  • Project details - Integrate typical 2D details
  • Single Line Diagrams - Create single line diagrams
  • Clamps – Learn how to use our clamp definition workflow
  • Lightning protection - Create protection devices, calculate protection volumes and derive reports
  • Phase simulation - Run phase check and simulate switches
  • Clearance calculation - Check clearances in your project
  • Export options - Get a basic overview of export functions in primtech
  • Substation templates - Use templates for your conceptual design

 

Advanced Training Options

Customizable training contents for experienced primtech 3d users


  • Short-Circuit Effects Calculation – Learn how to precisely calculate short-circuit currents and integrate them into your substation design for improved safety and compliance

  • High-Voltage Cables & Conduits – Master the intelligent routing of high-voltage cables and conduits while ensuring compliance with maximum bending radius

  • Geolocation – Understand how to integrate geospatial data into your primtech 3d projects, improving accuracy and alignment with real-world coordinates

  • Brownfield OSR – Learn how to efficiently convert 3D point clouds into intelligent primtech models using Optical Symbol Recognition (OSR), simplifying brownfield substation projects

  • AutoCAD MEP / 3D – Explore the integration of AutoCAD MEP object styles and 3D modeling techniques to enhance your designs and streamline workflows

  • Configuration of the Drawing Converter – Customize and automate your drawing exports for 2D, 3D, Navisworks, and other formats

  • Revit Export / Import – Learn how to integrate Revit models into primtech 3d, including multi-level buildings, and export primtech models to Revit by using the RP connector

  • Export Options Overview – Get an in-depth look at all primtech 3d export functions, including 2D/3D DWG, Navisworks, Revit, and Common Data Environments, and how to configure them for the best results

  • Admin – User Administration – Set up and manage permissions, user groups, and company-specific roles, ensuring efficient access control and streamlined workflows

     

    Plus many more trainings on your specific request

Find the right training for you and your team

Maximize your efficiency and get the most out of primtech 3d - in just one week.

Get in touch to explore our training options and find the best fit for your needs.