This was a 2012 Americas HTC Composites training presentation given by Shan Nageswaran. This presentation focuses on Zone-based vs. Ply-based HyperWorks composite modeling approach, CATIA - CPD based composite modeling, Fibersim Interface, Conventional shell vs. Continuum shell / solid composite modeling, and optimization and future HyperWorks enhancements. HyperWorks tips for Ply based-PCOMPP and Zone based (PCOMP/PCOMPG) modeling for Multi laminate structures are also covered.