Vectorworks Training for Architects

Vectorworks Fundamentals: The Essentials (VW1)

Recommended for new users of both Vectorworks Fundamentals and Vectorworks Architect, as well as those with minimal CAD experience.
For one day, you will concentrate on the VectorWorks interface, organising concepts and core skills, such as 2D object creation and editing, snap constraints, dimensions, text and graphic attributes.

Prerequisite: Participants must be competent in using Macintosh or Windows computers and familiar with basic hand drawn drafting techniques.



Vectorworks Fundamentals: Further Studies (VW2)

This one day concentrates on tools and techniques for speeding up your drawing process. Users will gain a good understanding of Sheets, Viewports, Symbols and other Resources. The important subject of DWG file import is also covered in depth as is working with imported sketches & photos. Finally, users will also learn how to customise the Hatch and Title Block tools and get an introduction to Worksheets & Reports.



Vectorworks Architect: Intelligent Drawing for Architecture & Interior Design (AR1)

Recommended for users new to Vectorworks Architect and who are familiar with the basic operation of VectorWorks.

This one day course focuses on the 2D workflow using the industry specific tools found in the Vectorworks Architect product. Users will learn how to draw with architectural objects such as room spaces, walls, windows and doors. The day also introduces the automatic reporting and scheduling features in Vectorworks Architect. In addition to existing users of the Architect module, the course also offers an inexpensive opportunity for Fundamentals users to fully evaluate the industry specific tools and to see how they can aid the CAD workflow over and above using basic drawing tools such as lines and text.

Prerequisite: Vectorworks The Essentials (VW1) or previous Vectorworks experience.



Vectorworks Architect: Working More Efficiently-Data Sharing & CAD Management (AR2)

Recommended for VectorWorks Architect users who are familiar with the basic operation of Vectorworks. This one day course focuses on the workgroup features of Vectorworks and is aimed at those Architects working on projects which require the efficient sharing of information between collegues. Central to the day is detailed coverage of Workgroup Referencing. Other subjects include the setting up of shared symbol resource folders, suggested CAD folder structures, batch printing of multiple drawings, batch saving to PDF for archiving purposes and batch printing.

Prerequisite: Vectorworks The Essentials (VW1) or previous Vectorworks experience.



Vectorworks 3D Modelling Training Course: Jump into 3D (3D1)

Recommended for those familiar with Vectorworks. This one day course focuses on the 3D modelling techniques available to architects within Vectorworks. It covers both generic modelling techniques and specific parametric tools such as walls, windows, doors, roofs and stairs.

Prerequisite: Vectorworks Essentials for Architects - Day 1 or previous Vectorworks experience.



Vectorworks Renderworks Training Course: Visualise Your Designs (RW1)

Recommended for those familiar with Vectorworks 3D modelling techniques. This one day course delves into the basics of lighting a model, creating and placing realistic textures on models and enhancing renderings with backgrounds and image props, as well as techniques to maximise the quality of graphic outputs from renderings.

Prerequisite: Vectorworks 3D Modelling for Architects or previous experience with Vectorworks 3D tools and techniques.