General Computer Aided Design

Do you need to learn AutoCAD for your profession? As a technical drafting and design tool, AutoCAD is one of the most sophisticated computer applications that users are likely to encounter. Regardless of what version you will be using, learning the Essential Skills for handling AutoCAD remains timeless. Having a solid base of Essential AutoCAD skills allows you to learn new improvements quickly and efficiently.

3D Printing from Revit Architecture

Design and print your own 3D model? How cool is that? This course introduces the processes necessary to print physical 3D models from Revit Architecture digital files. You will have practical experience exporting the .STL format files within Autodesk Revit Architecture 2012, checking for and correcting the file for errors, setting up the 3D printer to receive the file, and printing the 3D model. Bring a 1 MB flash drive to back up your work.

Required Prep:

You must have a minimum of 27 hours experience using the Revit Architecture software prior to taking this course. You should be experienced enough to create and modify building levels, modify and place walls, floors, ceilings, roofs, doors, windows and components, modify visibility and view settings, and use the Modify toolset in Revit as a minimum level of competency. Knowledge of a recent Windows operating system is required for this course. A good prerequisite is taking Revit Architecture 2012 Essentials.

- Section 1 - May 14 - May 21; TTh; 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm; 3 mtgs
Honolulu Community College; Jennings; $425
course code: 131F1TCAD073A
AutoCAD 2013 Essentials

This course thoroughly covers the fundamentals of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. You will learn how to draw in 2D, shape complex curves, manage objects with layers, organize with blocks and groups, add dimensions and annotation, work with layouts, plot and print, and much more. Whether you are an aspiring CAD/CAM professional or revisiting the latest software, this is the foundation you need in AutoCAD.

Required Prep:

Knowledge of a recent Windows operating system

- Section 1 - Jun 4 - Jun 27; TTh; 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm; 7 mtgs
Honolulu Community College; Jennings; $765
course code: 132F1TCAD071A

No meeting on June 11.