Classroom Training - Columbia, Maryland (In-Person)
Vectorworks HQ - 8621 Robert Fulton Dr., Suite 200
Columbia,
MD 21046
Vectorworks in-person training is here!
Special - Register by September 8th for
a 20% discount!
CORE CONCEPTS
Course Information
Date: 09/25/23 - 09/26/23
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $900 Special $720
Location: 8621 Robert Fulton Dr., Suite 200, Columbia, MD
21046
Description
Learn
how to utilize tools, menu commands, and organize your designs in Vectorworks
software. Core Concepts starts from the ground up, teaching you the skills
needed to become a Vectorworks pro. Make use of 2D and 3D modeling techniques
to help master the Vectorworks platform. Through interactive training, you will
confidently learn the essential knowledge needed to operate Vectorworks
software.
This course provides a solid foundation of Vectorworks
skills and will help you prepare for the Vectorworks Core Associate
Certification exam.
Learning Objectives
- Explore the Vectorworks interface and learn how to navigate your
designs.
- Understand the hybrid design processes by integrating 2D and 3D
drawing concepts into your designs.
- Learn how to create and manage drawing resources, such as hatches,
tiles, fills, line types, and symbols, and access industry-essential
resources.
- Identify file organizational structure by exploring the usage of
Classes and Design Layers.
- Utilize Sheet Layers and Viewports to document and present your
designs.
Prerequisites
General understanding of
basic drafting concepts, such as plan and elevation projections, scale and
actual size, and drawing units.
Continuing Educational Units
- 16 AIA LUs
- 16 LA
CES PDHs
INTERMEDIATE CONCEPTS
Course Information
Date: 09/27/23 - 09/28/23
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cost: $900 Special $720
Location: 8621 Robert Fulton Dr., Suite 200, Columbia, MD
21046
Description
Take
the next step and elevate your design process with our Intermediate Concepts
class. Building upon the 2D and 3D drafting skills covered in the Core Concepts
class, you will explore efficient drafting techniques and improve your design
workflow in this interactive course.
Learning Objectives
- Manage imported DWG and PDF files through import settings,
visibility controls, and other attribute preferences to improve file
exchanges with project collaborators.
- Learn the GIS tools for site and design geolocation.
- Understand parametric design techniques by exploring Vectorworks’
suite of industry design tools.
- Learn to create textures for 3D imagery and learn to create custom
rendering styles.
- Produce 3D modeled objects, appropriately mapped with material
image textures to analyze for appropriate scale and assembly of materials,
using various lighting techniques, rendering styles, and static and
perspective views to ensure proof of concept.
- Utilize built-in worksheets and schedules to analyze data extracted
from your design.
Prerequisites
Completion
of the Vectorworks Core Concepts class and/or successful completion of the Vectorworks Core Associate
Certification exam.
Continuing Educational Units
- 16 AIA LUs
- 16 LA
CES PDHs
BONUS DAY
You
can take advantage of a Bonus Training Day on November 29th. This
informal training day is intended for participants to ask questions and further
explore Vectorworks.
Additional Information
For all attendees, lunch, coffee, and
snacks will be provided.
iMac computers preloaded with current
Vectorworks software will be provided for each classroom training attendee.
Workshop participants who want to work on their machine must bring their laptop
computer with the software installed. The software may either be your
registered license or you may obtain and install a functional evaluation copy
before arriving for the course. We will not issue refunds due to malfunctions
of software installed on personal laptops. The course instructor is not
available or responsible for troubleshooting or servicing personal laptops, nor
is the trainer responsible for technical problems experienced during the course
due to individual computer hardware or software malfunctions. Detailed
information on downloading the software will be emailed and found in your
registration confirmation.
Refund and Cancellation policy
Due to limited seating, class
registration fees are non-refundable. However, upon request, your purchase can
be used towards purchasing a future class. Classes may be subject to
cancellation. Cancellations are determined by five (5) business days before the
class starts. Registrants will be notified by email, and a full refund will be
issued in the event of a cancellation.