Vectorworks Introduction to Intermediate for Architects, 3D Visualisers & Set Designers

London Software Training

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During the Vectorworks Introduction to Intermediate 3 Day Course, you will be learning the ins and outs of the software, you will have learned 2D tools with a demonstration of 3D capabilities by the end of the course. On the final day, you will be able to work on your own projects and portfolio which will enable you to take your design career to the next level.

Vectorworks Introduction to Intermediate 3 Day Course Outline:

• Role of CAD and an introduction to the Vectorworks software
• Setting up workspace and basic options
• Basic skills – drawing and selecting objects
• Editing skills – combining shapes, mirroring, rotating and grouping objects
• Working to scale, setting preferences and saving templates
• Drawing and moving objects accurately
• Further editing tools – fillet and offset
• Introduction to basic attributes and editing groups
• Duplicate arrays – linear, rectangular and circular
• Room plan graphics – walls, windows and doors
• Drawing up a room plan
• Further attributes including hatch, gradient and image fill
• Drawing elevations – methods and techniques
• Importing images for graphic illustration
• Creating symbols and introduction to Resource Browser
• Organising the drawing using design layers
• Labeling drawings and simple title block text
• User Interface and terminology plotting and printing
• Creating sheets - A1, A2 and A3
• Creating viewports
• Professional presentation of the model in paper space
• Converting drawings into PDFs
• Working with files
• User interface and terminology displaying objects
• Objects and data
• Using object snaps
• Selecting objects with quick select
• Dividing and measuring objects
• Dimensioning and annotation
• Working with text
• Creating custom tool palettes
• Organising tool palettes
• Using tool palettes
• Standard views
• Creating additional drawing object
• Arc, donut and ellipse
• Working with real-world units
• Manipulating objects
• Changing the angle of an object’s position
• Save, exit, open
• Creating a mirror Image of existing objects
• Walls
• Doors and windows
• Floors
• Introduction to 3D - creating extrudes

Please note that course delivery is available as either in-class (£595) or live online (£495).

What our students say about this Vectorworks course:

Louis - I took the 3-day Vectorworks course online and it's been such a great experience, even though I was worried because I thought that maybe I wouldn't be able to understand everything. Instead, Sami is extremely knowledgeable and patient, explaining step by step and answering all our questions kindly, and showing great experience in his field.

Jennifer - Excellent training! First time learning Vectorworks.

Andrea - I was a complete novice and, let's say, over a certain age, I feel it hurt my brain this much it must have been good. After only three days I feel I am well on my way to understanding Vectorworks.

The Vectorworks course is ideal for those looking to gain the confidence to use the software with ease in a tailored, supportive environment. No experience is necessary and we'll have you designing with confidence within the first hour of your class, whatever your ability.

No previous experience of Vectorworks required, just a keenness to learn!

Vectorworks opens up many opportunities within various industries, we offer guidance on CV and portfolio building as part of the course. For example as an Architect (average annual salary £69,500). You may also want to look at London Software Training’s Career Development Packages to develop your creative opportunities.

• Architecture
• Interior Design
• Construction
• Engineering
• Landscape Design