Nemetschek Vectorworks 2 Day Introduction Training Course - London
Brandcadsoftwaredirect
Description
Learn the fundamentals of Vectorworks as you're guided through this comprehensive introduction to the powerful 3D-drawing program. You will be shown how to create and organise 2D and 3D CAD designs that will bring your digital concepts to life, even for those with no previous CAD experience.After a complete tour of the Vectorworks environment, you will be shown how to create 2D and 3D designs. You will learn how to import images, organise your files, create classes and much more as you're given the perfect grounding in this feature-rich CAD program. A great way to learn how to build usable designs for business and industry.Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:Navigate the Vectorworks environmentCreate 2D and 3D CAD designsOrganise your drawings through the use of classesAdd text, notes, and dimensionsProduce standard and cropped viewportsImport sketches, photos, and DWG filesMaintain custom attributesThe goal is for you to build and adjust your own 2D and 3D CAD drawings.Course Target Audience and Delegate PrerequisitesThis course is intended for visual designers who have little or no previous experience of using CAD programs. You will need basic PC or Mac skills, including a solid understanding of a computer's operating system (Windows or Mac OS). You will also need to know how to launch a program, create and save files, and copy files from CDs and other media. Course OutlineThe following is a general outline. The range of topics covered during your training is dependent upon student level, time available and preferences of your course booking.The EssentialsThe interface and navigationAdjusting document settings & saving template filesNavigating around your file - zoom/pan/fit to pageObject selection and deletionCreating a Simple DrawingDrawing using accurate dimensionsDrawing using object snapsThe object info paletteThe basic 2D tools & explaining tool modesComplex line & shape creationProject OrganisationOrganising your drawing using classesChanging colours, line types & line thicknessSaving & editing viewsAnnotating & Printing Your DrawingsAdding text & notesAdding dimensionsPrinting your drawing Advanced PresentationThe benefits of using sheets & viewportsCreating standard and cropped viewportsEditing and annotating viewportsUnderstanding viewport display over-rides & printing sheet layersWorking efficiently between viewports & design layersSaving and editing views for quicker navigation Importing DWG & File FormatsImporting and working efficiently with DWG filesImporting sketches & photos to your drawing Working More EfficientlyCreating and editing symbolsManaging and organising symbols – the resource browser explainedWorking with worksheets, schedules & reportsCreating and managing custom attributes (hatches, gradients & image fills)Creating custom title blocks