This learning path provides a structured, hands-on introduction to parametric implicit modeling in nTop. You’ll learn how nTop differs from traditional CAD and why that matters for aircraft design, while building a strong foundation in core concepts and practical workflows. This is the recommended prerequisite for advanced training in the aircraft design track.
Course Content
Introduction & History
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Parametric Modeling Fundamentals
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Core Implicit Concepts: SDFs
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CSG: Building Complex Shapes
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Advanced Field Concepts
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B-rep vs. Implicit Assessment
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Aircraft Shapes in Practice
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Rules of Thumb & Process
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nTop Foundations
Why do engineers use nTop?
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How does nTop work?
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What can you do with nTop?
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Navigating the Interface
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Controls and Keyboard Shortcuts
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Basics of nTop
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Follow Along: Sphere-Cube and Gear
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Intro to Modeling
Introduction to Modeling
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Basic Modeling Operations
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Basic Import Operations
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Basic Curves and Profiles Operations
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Follow Along: Model a Cylinder Head
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Follow Along: Model a Double Pipe HEX
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Intro to nTop for CAD Users
Sketching and Revolve
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Intro to Custom Blocks
Before We Begin: Custom Blocks
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Automation and Custom Blocks
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Creating a Custom Block: Notebook Title and Description
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Creating a Custom Block: Defining Inputs
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Creating a Custom Block: Defining an Output
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Importing a Custom Block
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Commonly Used Custom Blocks
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A&D Follow Along: Simple Wing
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Knowledge Check: Custom Blocks
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List Processing
Lists
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Creating a List
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List Processing and Sequencing
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List Manipulation
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List Errors
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A&D Follow Along: List Processing
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Knowledge Check: List Processing
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Intro to Field-Driven Design
What is a Field?
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Field Viewer: Visualizing Fields in nTop
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Different Types of Fields in nTop
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Knowledge Check: Introduction to Fields
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Creating and Using Fields
Different Ways to Create Fields
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Ramp Block
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Transfer Function Block
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Mix Block
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Bending and Translating Bodies via Remap Field
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Rotating and Twisting Fields via Z-Rotation
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Knowledge Check: Creating and Using Fields
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Parametric Aircraft Design
Parametric Aircraft Modeling Intro
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Modeling a Single Panel Wing
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Modeling a Fuselage
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Modeling Aircraft Ducts
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Modeling an Empennage
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Parametric Flying Wing Demo
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Conceptual Aircraft Design Webinar
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A&D Learning Path Index
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Intro to Aircraft Design Quiz
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