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AutoCAD
& AutoCAD LT - Update Classes
Update
to AutoCAD 2009 from 2008
Update to AutoCAD 2008 from 2007/2006
Update to AutoCAD 2008 from 2006/2005
AutoCAD
Fundamentals - AutoCAD 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
AutoCAD
Advanced - AutoCAD 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Maximizing
AutoCAD - The best of AutoCAD tools, tips and techniques.
AutoCAD
2009/2008 - 3D Drawing & Modeling
AutoCAD Plotting & Sheet Sets
Architecture 07/08/09 Fundamentals
Architecture 07/08/09 Advanced
AutoCAD Electrical 2008 Fundamentals
VIZ 2009/2008 Fundamentals
(24 hours)
Revit Architecture Fundamentals
Revit Architecture Intermediate
Revit Architecture Advanced
AUTOCAD & AUTOCAD LT - Update Classes
Update
to AutoCAD 2009 from AutoCAD 2008 (8 hours)
This
course introduces the new features of AutoCAD 2009 to users
of AutoCAD 2008. Among the many changes in this new release,
the primary methods for selecting command tools are now the
Ribbon and the Menu Browser. Although toolbars and typed commands
still exist, even the most experienced users should find that
the Ribbon and Menu Browser provide easy access to the most
commonly used tools. There are many other enhancements to
the interface including the Quick Access Toolbar, icons and
new commands in the Status Bar, and updated tooltips.
Topics include:
• Changes to the Interface
• Quick Properties
• Enhanced Layer Properties Manager
• Quick View Layouts and Quick View Drawings
• Annotation Scales
• DWFx Files
• Autodesk Design Review
• Action Recorder
• Customizing the new interface elements
• SteeringWheels and ViewCube
• ShowMotion
Prerequisites: This course assumes familiarity with
AutoCAD 2008. Many of the changes covered in the class are
based on features that have appeared in recent releases of
AutoCAD, such as annotation scales, workspaces, and InfoCenter.
Students who are not familiar with the existing features in
the software could need additional background to get up to
speed in AutoCAD 2008. In this case the AutoCAD 2008 Update
for 2006/2007 2D Users course would be helpful.
Update
to AutoCAD 2008 from AutoCAD 2007/ 2006 (8 hours)
This course introduces AutoCAD 2008's new features to those
using the two dimensional drawing methods in AutoCAD 2007/2006.
The primary method of selecting command tools is now the Dashboard,
which provides easy access to the most commonly used tools
and can be customized to suit a variety of preferences. There
is a new 2D Drafting and Annotation Workspace, changes and
enhancements to Customization, References, Tables, and Plotting
and Recovery, and for those working with MicroStation DGN
files, there are new DGN importing and exporting tools. Layer
updates include changes to the Layer Properties Manager and
enhancements to Layer States. Annotative objects and styles
are another major new feature of AutoCAD 2008. Annotative
objects can include Text, Mtext, Hatches, Blocks, Attributes,
Dimensions, Leaders, Multileaders, and Tolerances.
Topics include:
• Changes to the Interface
• Updates for Tool Palettes and Blocks
• Updates to Layouts
• Plotting and Recovery Updates
• Layer Properties Manager, Layer States, and Layer Tools
Updates
• Annotation Enhancements
• Table Updates
• External References Updates
• Importing and Exporting DGN Files (Optional)
• Customizing the Interface
Prerequisites: This course assumes familiarity with
AutoCAD 2007 or 2006. Many of the changes covered in the class
are based on features that have appeared in recent releases
of AutoCAD, such as tables, tool palettes, and sheet sets.
Students who are not familiar with the existing features in
the software could need additional background to get up to
speed in AutoCAD 2007. In this case the AutoCAD 2007 Update
for 2005 2D Users course could be helpful.
Update to AutoCAD 2008 from AutoCAD 2005 / 2004 (12 hours)
This course provides AutoCAD software users that are transitioning
to AutoCAD 2008 an in-depth understanding of the new and enhanced
features offered in AutoCAD 2006, 2007, 2008. Learn how to
improve 2D drafting productivity by using the new 2D Drafting
and Annotations workspace including the Dashboard and Dynamic
Input. Also learn how to increase productivity with the new
drawing annotation functionality including annotation scales,
Multileaders, as well as text, hatch, and dimensioning enhancements.
Many new layer tools are covered along with the updated Layer
Properties Manager for easier layer control. Several small
but powerful updates make setting up layouts and plotting
much simpler. Learn how to use and create Dynamic Blocks that
revolutionize the way blocks work as well as manage drawing,
image, DWF, and DGN references in the new External References
palette.
Topics include:
• The 2D Drafting and Annotation Workspace
• Working with Dynamic Input
• Enhancements to commands
• Annotation Scale
• Enhancements to text, hatching, and dimensions
• New multileaders
• New Layer Tools
• Other special features (Plotting Updates, Sheet Set
Enhancements, Quick Calculator, Drawing Recovery)
• General Block Enhancements
• Using and Creating Dynamic Blocks
• Updates to External References
AutoCAD Fundamentals - AutoCAD 2006,
2007, 2008, 2009
AutoCAD Fundamentals - Part 1 (24 hours)
AutoCAD Fundamentals - Part 2 (16 hours)
The objective of AutoCAD 2008 Fundamentals is to enable students
to create a basic 2D drawing in AutoCAD. Learning to use AutoCAD
is not a trivial undertaking; to make the process easier and
provide flexibility for instructors and students, this course
is divided into two parts that may be taken independently.
Fundamentals, Part 1 (three days) - covers the indispensable
core topics for working with AutoCAD. The teaching strategy
is to start with a few basic tools that allow students to
create and edit a simple drawing. We then continue to develop
those tools, as well as introducing more advanced tools throughout
the course. Not every command or option is covered, because
the intent is to show the most essential tools and concepts.
Topics in Fundamentals, Part 1 include:
• Understanding the AutoCAD workspace and user interface
• Using basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools
• Organizing drawing objects on layers
• Inserting reusable symbols (blocks)
• Preparing a layout to be plotted
• Adding text, hatching, and dimensions
Fundamentals, Part 2 (two days) - continues with more
sophisticated techniques that will extend the user's mastery
of the program. For example, here we go beyond the basic skill
of inserting a block to learn how to create blocks, and beyond
the basic skill of using a template to understand the process
of setting up a template.
Topics in Fundamentals, Part 2 include:
• Using more advanced editing and construction techniques
• Creating local and global blocks
• Setting up layers, styles, and templates
• Working with advanced layout and plotting tools
AutoCAD Advanced - AutoCAD 2006,
2007, 2008, 2009 (24 hours)
This course is suitable for students comfortable with the
basics of creating an AutoCAD drawing, as taught in AutoCAD
2008 Fundamentals. It focuses on using advanced annotation,
drawing with complex objects (including polylines, regions,
and advanced text objects), defining blocks and attributes,
using external reference files and image files, using layouts
and advanced plotting features, creating sheet sets, and enhancing
productivity with simple customization.
Topics include:
• Advanced annotation
• Advanced blocks and attributes
• Referencing and sharing information
• Sheet sets
• Layouts and plotting
• CAD management
• Introduction to customization
Maximizing AutoCAD
The best of latest AutoCAD tools, tips and techniques. (8
to 16 hours)
This one day workshop was created to help design professionals
use AutoCAD® and AutoCAD LT® more efficiently so that you
can concentrate on the art of design instead of wasting valuable
time on repetitive tasks.
Master Set Up & Organizational Skills
Learn quick and efficient ways to set up office standards
and conventions so that everyone in the office is on the same
page.
Topics Include:
• Introduction to sheet sets, the new power tool for
one-stop sheet organization and management.
• Eliminate repetition by editing your own settings once,
and only once.
• Copy your blocks and settings directly from a drawing
into the AutoCAD® tool palettes.
• Take your settings with you wherever you go by creating
your own toolbox and tool palettes.
• Stop hunting and pecking all day for blocks, dim styles,
text styles, etc.-find them immediately every time, using
tool palettes and design center.
• Set up dimension and text styles ONCE and use them
anywhere at any time and use autoscaleing in 2008
• Insert your standards into existing drawings including
layers, text styles, layouts, etc.
Streamline Production
Learn little known tips, tricks and settings that will simplify
your life.
Topics Include:
• Learn to utilize the best features added in the new
versions AutoCAD®.
• Create blocks and annotation that adjust their size
according to the drawing and viewport scale.
• Create and edit block libraries with attributes and
link them to the dynamic tables and Excel spreadsheets.
• Save time using the enhanced integrated tables for
quick creation of schedules and tables.
• Attach object information (such as the areas of several
objects) to tables to automatically calculate totals.
• Set up and utilize layouts and page set ups correctly
and efficiently every time. Don't miss this amazingly simple,
eye-opening demonstration of layouts! You will understand
layouts and save time by using this simple but powerful tool.
• Take control of the new plotting and output features,
standardize and automate output of multiple drawings…any design,
any scale, any sheet size…anytime…fast and accurately.
• Use xrefs, overlays and DWFs to speed production and
reduce mistakes.
• Utilize high-end xref and layout features and tips
to organize and expedite large projects.
• Use hidden commands, options and tools that you may
have never known existed.
Discover New Output & Security Options
This section covers the new tools available to add multiple
layers of security to your documents and output. Also, give
your clients the flexibility to view and print your documents
from any computer.
Topics Include:
• Create and organize drawings -DWF and PDF- that can
be viewed without AutoCAD.
• Output full ordered sheet sets to your plotter or to
digital format in just a few clicks.
• Create high-resolution JPEG, TIFF, DWF and PDF files
directly from AutoCAD® for Free!
• Add security to your drawing files by adding passwords
and digitally signing them.
Lose Your Fear of Customization
This section demonstrates several customization features which
will help you to standardize and organize your version of
AutoCAD® for a more efficient and consistent product. Also
make AutoCAD® work more efficiently by creating an environment
in which you are comfortable. Learn to create personal toolbars
and hot keys as well as an overview of how to load and use
AutoLISP routines. Learn to lose your fear of customization
and open up a whole new world of timesaving techniques.
Topics Include:
• Shortcut your commands into one or two keystrokes.
• Make the function keys (F1) and the [Ctrl] keys work
for you.
• Edit and create toolbars and flyouts to reduce repetitive
tasks by grouping multiple commands under one button.
• Add commands to AutoCAD® by using AutoLISP.
Become a Master Troubleshooter
Everyone has dealt with a drawing that appears to be haunted
(or downright cursed in some cases). This section will help
you tame the beast, and more importantly, ward off such drawings
in the future.
Topics Include:
• Detect, correct, and avoid problem drawings.
• Clean up, repair, and archive files for safekeeping.
• Find free AutoCAD® help when all you're getting from
the office guru is a blank stare.
AutoCAD
2009 / 2008 3D Drawing & Modeling (24 hours)
More and more AutoCAD users are venturing out of their traditional
and familiar two-dimensional world to explore the possibilities
of 3D space. Thanks to many software enhancements in this
area, 3D is an increasingly useful and widespread tool. However,
the leap into three dimensions requires some changes in thinking
and drawing habits.
This course introduces users who are proficient with AutoCAD's
2D commands to the concepts and methods of 3D modeling. The
course gives a thorough grounding in 3D fundamentals and explores
the main features of AutoCAD's advanced 3D workspace.
Topics include:
• 3D viewing techniques
• Working with simple and composite solids
• Creating complex solids and surfaces
• Creating & modifying 3D objects
• Converting 3D objects and creating composite solids
• Perspectives & rendering
• Working with layouts
• Creating 2D drawings from 3D models
• Working with a User Coordinate System
• Getting information about the model
AutoCAD Plotting & Sheet Sets (8
hours)
Sheet Sets, Layouts, Page Setups, Pen Sets, & Plotter configuration
Plotting is one of the most important aspects of AutoCAD,
and for many it is also one of the most misunderstood. This
course is designed as a one-day survey of plotting and related
features in AutoCAD 2008. It is an appropriate course for
students upgrading from earlier versions of AutoCAD who need
to master new techniques related to plotting, such as page
setups, the Publish command, and sheet sets. It is also appropriate
for students who require a better understanding of plotting
concepts and techniques in AutoCAD. The course begins with
the fundamentals of layouts and proceeds through more advanced
or specialized features.
Topics include:
• Setting up a layout
• Working with viewports in layouts
• The Plot command
• DWF plotting and publishing
• Plot styles
• Using sheet sets
• Publishing and customizing sheet sets
Prerequisites: Students taking this course should be
familiar with AutoCAD fundamentals including layers, blocks,
text, and dimensions.
ARCHITECTURE
AutoCAD Architecture 2009/2008 Fundamentals (24 hours)
AutoCAD Architecture is "AutoCAD optimized for architecture."
In addition to all the standard AutoCAD tools, it offers a
host of features to greatly increase the speed and efficiency
of architectural drawings. The software is designed to work
from first concept (conceptual design or mass model) all the
way through to design development, working drawings, and facility
maintenance.
AutoCAD Architecture 2008 Fundamentals focuses on the design
development and construction documentation features of AutoCAD
Architecture-the basic tools that the majority of students
will need in their work.
Topics include:
• Creating basic floor plans with walls, doors, and windows
• Creating specialty objects, such as column or ceiling
grids, stairs & railing
• Adding roofs and floor slabs
• An introduction to Projects and the Project Navigator
• Adding furniture, fixtures, and equipment
• Creating details
• Showing elevations, sections, and perspectives
• Marks, tags & schedules, and other documentation
AutoCAD Architecture 2009/2008 Advanced (24 Hours)
AutoCAD Architecture is "AutoCAD optimized for architecture."
In addition to all the standard AutoCAD tools, it offers a
host of features to greatly increase the speed and efficiency
of architectural drawings. The software is designed to work
from first concept (conceptual design or mass model) all the
way through to design development, working drawings, and facility
maintenance.
AutoCAD Architecture 2008 Advanced focuses on conceptual design
in the sense of massing studies and space planning as well
as several more advanced features for greater control over
the program. This course is intended primarily for architects
and other advanced students who need the ability to design
massing studies or space studies, or to customize settings
in the AutoCAD Architecture environment.
Topics include:
• Understanding the Style Manager.
• Using advanced wall and section/elevation tools.
o Managing drawings with projects and applying project standards.
• Creating massing studies with mass elements and mass
groups.
• Using spaces and areas to develop a building design.
• Defining multi-view blocks and creating custom content.
• Creating styles for AEC objects including walls, doors,
windows, and curtain walls as well as annotation object styles.
• Customizing layer properties and the display system.
Prerequisites: Students should complete the AutoCAD
Architecture Fundamentals course, or have equivalent experience
with the software, before taking this class. They also need
a solid background in AutoCAD, since AutoCAD tools and concepts
will be essential for working with AutoCAD Architecture. In
particular, students should be familiar with basic 3D viewing
tools (preset viewpoints, 3D Orbit, and shading options),
layouts, and xrefs (used in AutoCAD Architecture projects).
VIZ 2009/2008 Fundamentals (24 hours)
Autodesk VIZ 2008 offers state-of-the-art technology for creating
photo-realistic "still" renderings as well as desktop animations.
While it includes its own tools for 2D and 3D modeling, VIZ
can work with geometry imported from many other applications
as well. Autodesk VIZ is a robust and powerful program that
can be daunting to learn. This course provides a thorough
introduction to VIZ that will help new users make the most
of this sophisticated application, as well as broaden the
horizons of existing, self-taught users.
Topics include:
• Introduction to Autodesk VIZ 2008
• VIZ Functions
• VIZ Configuration
• Assembling Project Files
• 3D Modeling from 2D Objects
• Materials
• Introduction to VIZ Lighting
• Lighting with VIZ Radiosity
• Rendering
• Animation
AutoCAD Electrical 2009/2008 Fundamentals
(24 hours)
AutoCAD Electrical 2008 Fundamentals covers the indispensable
core topics for working with AutoCAD Electrical. In this course,
students will learn to use many of the powerful electrical
drawing creation tools in AutoCAD Electrical. Students will
create schematic drawings, panel drawings, and PLC/IO circuits
using automated commands for symbol insertion, component tagging,
wire numbering, and drawing modification. Students will be
introduced to methods to customize AutoCAD Electrical symbols,
circuits, and databases. Other topics covered include title
block linking, reporting tools, templates, and project files.
Topics include:
• Understanding Project files
• Creating and editing schematic and panel drawings
• Working with PLC symbols
• Point-to-point wiring diagrams
• Creating custom symbols
• Generating reports
Prerequisites:
AutoCAD Fundamentals. Knowledge of electrical terminology
is an asset.
REVIT
Revit Architecture 2008 Fundamentals (24 hours)
The objective of this course is to enable students to create
full 3D architectural project models and set them up in working
drawings. The course focuses on basic tools that the majority
of users will need to work with in Revit Architecture 2008.
Topics include:
• The Basics of Revit Architecture 2008
• Creating Views of the Model
• Setting up Levels and Grids
• Making Design Changes
• Adding Components to the Model
• Creating Floors
• Creating Ceilings
• Creating Roofs
• Creating Stairs, Railings and Ramps
• Creating Curtain Walls
• Creating and Printing Sheets
• Adding Annotations
• Detailing a Sheet
Revit Architecture 2008 Intermediate (24 hours)
Revit is a powerful parametric 3D modeling program for designing
buildings. "Parametric" refers to the way Revit objects are
defined by parameters, such as dimensions-you can change a
dimension and the model updates automatically, or change the
model and all the views and drawing sheets based on it update
automatically as well. The name "Revit" implies this ease
of revision that is at the heart of the software.
This course is intended for students who have completed Revit
Architecture Fundamentals training and are ready to explore
more advanced features in the software. Knowledge of basic
techniques is assumed, such as creating walls, roofs, and
other objects; copying and moving objects; creating and working
with views; etc.
Topics include:
• Setting up Revit with templates, object styles, and
materials
• Creating families and family types
• Using massing elements for conceptual design
• Space planning and area analysis
• Importing, exporting, and linking files
• Rendering and other visualization tools
Revit Architecture 2008 Advanced (18 hours)
This course builds upon ASCENT's Revit Architecture 2008 Fundamentals
(formerly Level 1) and Revit Architecture 2008 Intermediate
(formerly Level 2) textbooks. The Student Guide focuses on
customizing and expanding tools that Revit® Architecture 2008
users work with on a daily basis including the Project Browser,
schedules, and elevations. It includes advanced family processes
for creating custom cornices and copings as well as stairs
and railings. It exposes users to data exchange options with
other design packages for energy analysis and massing studies
and provides an in depth look at Worksets for effective project
collaboration and data sharing within the Revit family of
products. Students will also learn how to create and import
site information into their models and add structural components.
This course is intended for students who have completed Revit
Architecture Fundamentals and Intermediate training and are
ready to explore more advanced features in the software. Knowledge
of basic techniques is assumed such as creating walls, roofs,
and other objects; copying and moving objects; creating and
working with views.
Topics include:
• Customizing the Project Browser
• Creating Material Takeoff Schedules
• Creating and Modifying Interior Elevations
• Creating in-place families for copings and cornices
• Working with shared parameters
• Exporting to gbXML
• Working with SketchUp files
• Using worksets
• Structural tools and site planning
• Creating custom stairs and railings
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