Your career is anything but flat. As you develop your design skills, you'll open new doors in architecture, interior design, engineering, and a number of other design-related fields where your creativity will set you apart. The AutoCAD with AutoCAD 3D 2018 course is perfect for laying a strong drafting foundation and taking your expertise to the next level. This course provides you access to both a 2D and 3D training. You will also learn the AutoCAD functionality that's required for the Autodesk AutoCAD 2018 Certified User exam. Starting with the AutoCAD 2018 training course, you'll master the basic tools for creating and editing a simple drawing, and then you'll learn how to use more advanced tools to craft and present your ideas in 3D.
This course provides a thorough grounding in the latest fundamentals of 3D drafting and explores the advanced 3D modeling workspace. Once you master the basic 2D skills, you'll move on to explore more advanced efficiency tools and complex objects. You'll also start using external reference and image files, collaboration tools, publishing, and enhancing productivity with simple customization.
You'll gain valuable experience with hands-on exercises with the latest AutoCAD software as well as downloaded files to learn and practice your new skills. All examples and exercises are taken from the many professional fields in which AutoCAD is used. This course includes a voucher to take the certifying exam. Proctor fees may apply, which are not included.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can only be taken on a PC.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows XP or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge is also compatible.
- AutoCAD 2018. You can download a free version of the AutoCAD 2018 software (containing AutoCAD 3D tools) that provides a 3-year student version license, however the student software license cannot be used in a commercial environment.
- .NET Framework Version 4.6.
- Adobe Flash Player. Click here to download the Flash Player.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader. Click here to download the Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
Prerequisites:
You will need to complete the AutoCAD 2018 section before starting the AutoCAD 3D portion of the course. You should also have a basic knowledge of the Windows operating system and be comfortable installing software, working with file structures, downloading files, and unzipping compressed files.
Jennifer MacMillan has been teaching CAD for 22 years and is an Autodesk Certified Instructor (ACI). She currently manages a team of curriculum developers that design and develop curriculum for the Autodesk line of engineering software products. As a subject matter expert herself, MacMillan focuses her development efforts working specifically with the manufacturing software products. She holds a mechanical engineering degree from Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Michelle Rasmussen is a specialist in the civil engineering industry. Michelle has worked with and created training curriculum for AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D since 2007. Additionally, Michelle is the first Autodesk Certified Instructor (ACI) and Evaluator (ACE) worldwide for Civil 3D. Michelle has also held roles on the Autodesk Authorized Training Center Advisory Board and Leadership Council, where she served as Chair and Vice Chair.
Renu Muthoo is a computer engineering graduate from Bangalore University, India. She has worked with Autodesk products for the past 18 years, focusing mainly on AutoCAD and Autodesk's design visualization software products such as 3ds Max, VRED, and Showcase. Using her engineering background and expertise in Autodesk products, she has co-authored a number of books. She currently works as a curriculum developer and subject matter expert for Autodesk products.
1. Can I register for
programs if I am an international student?
Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never
have to
actually travel to the school. Most
schools offer telephone or online registration.
2. How long does it
take to complete a program?
All of our programs are self-paced and open
enrollment, so
you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. Upon registering, you're given six months to
complete the program.
3. What if I don't
have enough time to complete my program within the time frame provided?
The time allotted to complete your program has
been
calculated based on the number of hours for each program, so don't
worry too
much about not completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you
are still
unable to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a
suitable
completion date. Please note that a fee may be charged for an extension.
4. Do I have to buy
additional materials?
No
5. Can I get
financial assistance?
ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do
not qualify
for federal aid. In some states,
vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified
students to take our courses.
Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance
when
they enroll, if they meet certain requirements.
6. What happens when
I complete the program?
Upon successful completion of the program, you
will be
awarded a certificate of completion.
7. Am I guaranteed a
job?
ed2go programs will provide you with the skills
you need to
obtain an entry-level position in most cases.
We don't provide direct job placement services, but our
facilitators and
career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to
give
advice on finding your first job.
Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional
reference
upon completion of the program.
Potential students should always do research on the job market
in their
area before registering.
8. Who will be my
instructor?
Each student is paired with a facilitator for
one-on-one
interaction. The facilitator will be
available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to
provide
feedback on your performance. All of our
facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in
which they
teach.
9. What software or
hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the
system
requirements?
In order to take our online programs, you must
have access
to a computer and the Internet. You can
access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer.
You don't have to use the same computer to
log-in to the program every time.
Additionally, you must have a computer that is
capable of
running AutoCAD 2018 (see system requirements for more details). As a
student
you can download a free version of the AutoCAD 3D 2018 software that
provides a
3-year student version license. Please note that ed2go cannot extend
the
software license for AutoCAD 3D 2018. The AutoCAD 3D 2018 student
software
license cannot be used in a commercial environment.
We recommend that you have a word-processing
program
(Microsoft Word is the best) and the latest version of Internet
Explorer.
10. Can I use a Mac?
No
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12. When can I start
the program?
Our programs are all open enrollment.
You can register and start the program as
soon as you are ready.
Please note: Once the
program curriculum is accessed online or through submission of a
material
shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued.
13. Does this program
prepare for a certification?
Yes, upon completion of this program you will be
prepared
for the Autodesk Certified User (ACU) exam.