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Architectural Desktop 2004

This Advanced AutoCAD course will utilize the following techniques:
Short lecture/Robotel video demonstration on each command.
Students see all instructor demonstrations clearly on their own 19" Viewsonic monitors with the video network.
Students practice each command on their own workstation.
Personal coaching is provided as difficulties arise.
Drawing project will be conducted during the final session. This course concentrates on the practical basics required to create l drawings of all types with Architectural Desktop. The instructor-led, tutorial type instructions on the screen, are designed to guarantee consistency in training and maximize the student's understanding of each concept taught.

INCLUDED WITH THE COURSE:
4 days of Autodesk Certified Instructor Led Training and
           Personal Coaching/Tutoring for:
                     Correct application of the commands
                     Good work habits
                     Productivity Tips
                     Shortcuts, keyboard and work related.
                     Important features that shorten the work.
Course Specific Instruction Manual
EKHO Strip Keyboard menu with over 100 shortcuts, tips, macros and function key labels.
EKHO TIPS sheets - productivity, shortcut and work habits
Magazine from Autodesk.
Free telephone support on related topics after the course.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE: 

	All designers who plan to use Architectural Desktop and are comfortable with basic AutoCAD.
	All designers who want to boost productivity dramatically on their architectural plans.
	All self-taught users who want to "fill in the holes" (One of our most popular groups due to the high number of tips incorporated into the course)

PRE-REQUISITES:

	Windows for AutoCAD course at EKHO or equivalent experience.
	AutoCAD 2002/4  Level 1 Course at The EKHO Institute
	Design/Drafting Training or Experience
	Keyboard training or experience
	Basic Math/Geometry/Trig Skills

BASIC COURSE DESCRIPTION

	Generation of Walls, stairs, roofs, doors, and windows using conceptual design modeling tools.
	Create walls from sketches using space and boundary parameters.
	Conceptualize and design in 3D space using various design tools.
	Drag and drop geometric primitives.
	View hidden-line, shaded, or rendered views of your model in real-time 3d.
	Generate tags and schedules.
	Modify your design with automatic clean-ups.
	Convert AutoCAD objects such as arcs, lines and polylines into walls.
	Create layouts and grids in 2D and 3D.
	Use and develop sections and elevations.
	Render to enhance your design models.
	Course Project.
	Hands on Exercises.

All students receive an EKHO Strip and numerous EKHO Tip sheets, which provide valuable memory aids and tips.

PRACTICE ON A SAMPLE DRAWING PROJECT
Students will create a drawing as a group project, utilizing their new Architectural Desktop training while receiving immediate tutoring as required. The emphasis will be on personal needs and how different groups can work together on the same project. These groups can be in the same company or half a continent apart. In order to emphasize the productivity of AutoCAD, blocks and portions of a drawing will be created by each member for contribution to the group project.

PERSONAL TUTORING
As the students are assumed to be experience with AutoCAD, but new to Architectural Desktop, the course instructor will act as a project coordinator, instructor and personal tutor on the practice exercise so that the students can learn first hand from the trainer's experience; their errors are turned into a valuable learning experiences. 

See the following pages for testimonials and samples of other students work:

Testimonials by EKHO Graduates
3D COURSE OUTLINE