AutoCAD Architecture Webcast Series

You're invited to this series of information-packed webcasts showcasing AutoCAD® Architecture 2009. These webcasts provide an overview of the latest features of the 2009 release as well as insider's tips and tricks on ways to quickly create and easily share your drafting and construction documents. Join us for one or all of the webcasts and you'll see why this latest release of AutoCAD Architecture will help you annotate faster, draw more efficiently and collaborate more smoothly!

These live webcasts will be presented by Autodesk Technical Specialist Amy Fietkau. You'll have the chance to ask Amy your pressing product questions, and receive an answer in virtual real-time!


Attendance is FREE

 

September

09/24/08 - 1-2pm EST - Migrating to Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Presenter: Autodesk Technical Specialist Amy Fietkau

If you're an AutoCAD® or AutoCAD® Architecture user and interested in learning more about building information modeling (BIM), this webcast will get you on the right track. We'll discuss design efficiencies and coordination between AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture, and Revit® Architecture, Autodesk's premier software for BIM. Learn how you can keep your drawings accurate and consistent no matter which of these powerful packages you're using or plan to use!


Attendance is FREE

 

October

10/1/08 - 1-2pm EST - Annotation Techniques in AutoCAD Architecture
Presenter: Autodesk Technical Specialist Amy Fietkau

Whether you're a seasoned AutoCAD® Architecture user or brand new to this powerful design software, this webcast will teach you all about Annotation.

  • Annotation Scaling
  • AEC Dimensions
  • Tags
  • Ref Notes
  • Sheet Notes
  • much more!

Get on the road to better, faster, easier Annotations.


Attendance is FREE

 

November

11/18/08 - 1-2pm EST - Best Practices for Roofs in AutoCAD Architecture
Presenter: Autodesk Technical Specialist Amy Fietkau

Have you ever created a beautiful structure, and then got stuck on creating the roof? We hear scenarios like this from our customers all the time! Amy Fietkau, Autodesk Technical Specialist and host of our webcasts can help put you at ease about creating residential roofs.

In this information-packed webcast, you'll learn:

  • The basics of how to create residential roofs
  • Understand the overall use of the roof and roof slab tools
  • Learn tips on creating more detailed roof shapes such as dormers, differing plate heights and more!


Attendance is FREE

 

December

12/11/08 - 1-2pm EST - Layer Management in AutoCAD Architecture
Presenter: Autodesk Technical Specialist Amy Fietkau

Join this informative webcast for an insider's look at the Layer Management features in AutoCAD® Architecture. This webcast will cover:

  • Layer key styles
  • Layer states
  • Layer prop manager
  • And so much more!


Attendance is FREE

 

January

01/21/09 - 1-2pm EST - Rendering in AutoCAD Architecture
Presenter: Autodesk Technical Specialist Amy Fietkau

Are you an AutoCAD® Architecture user looking to create powerful renderings without having to learn a new software tool? This webcast is for you!

Join Amy Fietkau and learn about:

  • Rendering tools in AutoCAD Architecture
  • Materials & lighting and how they impact your renderings
  • Shortcuts and easy ways to get beautiful renderings done quickly.

Amy will also show you Autodesk® Impression, a tool that allows you to draw as though you were sketching freehand.


Attendance is FREE

 

February

02/18/09 - 1-2pm EST - Implementing AutoCAD Architecture
Presenter: Autodesk Technical Specialist Amy Fietkau

Considering a move from AutoCAD® to AutoCAD® Architecture? Or maybe just want to learn a little more about how to use your current version of AutoCAD Architecture? Join Amy Fietkau and learn how easy it is to implement AutoCAD Architecture.

In this informative webcast, you'll learn:

  • Tools that provide immediate productivity.
  • How to start using AutoCAD Architecture with very little training.

Find out about features of AutoCAD Architecture such as:

  • Detail component manager
  • Spaces
  • Reference notes
  • And so much more!


Attendance is FREE

 

March

03/18/09 - 1-2pm EST - Elevations and Sections in AutoCAD Architecture
Presenter: Autodesk Technical Specialist Amy Fietkau

This information-packed webcast takes a deep dive into Sections and Elevations in AutoCAD® Architecture. Join Amy Fietkau as she demostrates and discusses:

  • Section and Elevation Objects
  • Modification Tools
  • Benefits of sections/elevations
  • Necessary workarounds for successful usage
  • and much more!


Attendance is FREE