Design Technology in Practice

A Free Excitech seminar for Architects

Adopting and implementing the right design technology within small and medium sized architectural practices can bring significant advantages in creativity, risk reduction, efficiency and competitiveness.

This free Excitech seminar looks at the latest developments in traditional and new CAD technologies for architectural design and visualisation from Autodesk. It also demonstrates how an effective IT Systems strategy can support the running of a successful practice.

Topics to be covered include:

AutoCAD - an update on the latest version and key features for architectural design
AutoCAD Architecture - why it's the AutoCAD for Architects
Revit Architecture - a different approach to CAD
3ds Max Design - fast, quality visualisation from CAD data with this new release from Autodesk
Collaboration - in the office and between project partners
IT systems, networks and security relevant to architectural practices

Autodesk Premier Solutions Providers
(PSPs) are Autodesk Authorized Resellers
that have met a series of stringent criteria,
and have a proven record of consistently
outstanding customer service.

And all this presented by Excitech, the UK's leading CAD solution supplier, and supported by real user case studies:

Choosing, implementing and using Revit in the first projects
Lessons learned and benefits gained through AutoCAD Architecture
Upgrading IT systems for performance and reliability

By attending you will

Gain an understanding of the latest products and technologies for computer aided design
Learn from the practical experience of others
Be better placed to map out your future strategy in the use of IT to support your organisation
See how design technology can enhance your operation in creativity, co-ordination, documentation and presentation

Request your place now by completing the form at the bottom of this page as space will be limited..

8th May 2008, 9.00am with presentations commencing at 9.30am

at The RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London, W1B 1AD

Agenda

Time	Presentation
9.00am	Registration
9.30am	Welcome & Introduction
	AutoCAD	What is in the latest release Using its 3D tools for concept work and massing studies
	AutoCAD Architecture	Why it's the "AutoCAD for architects" Demonstration of the tools it brings to a traditional AutoCAD environment
	Case Study	Lessons learned and benefits gained from using AutoCAD Architecture in a mixed use scheme
	CAD Management	Strategies for CAD management in architectural practices
	Collaborative Working	Sharing information within the practice and with project partners using Autodesk Buzzsaw
	IT Systems Strategies	Developing and implementing effective IT systems for tangible practice benefits
	Case Study	Using tools within AutoCAD to deliver compelling output for planning studies
	Lunch
2.00pm	Getting Started with Revit Architecture	Introducing Revit technology; why it is different, how easy it is to use and how design data is kept co-ordinated and complete
	Construction Drawings and Detailing	Using Revit Architecture to deliver project documentation
	Architectural Data Exchange	How Revit can work with other design systems including SketchUp, AutoCAD, Impression, DWF etc., making Revit the central hub for design workflow
	Visualisation	From Revit Architecture to 3ds Max Design
	Summary and conclusion
5.00pm	Close
	Networking and discussion until 6pm

Seminar Registration

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