Drafting Software Education and Training

Drafting software education and training is available from academic institutions and technical publications

Computer drafting software enables one to convey project information in 2D or 3D formats, which makes it easier for individuals to visualize the completed project rather than trying to “form an idea in their head” from standard architectural drawings. Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software is useful in residential and commercial construction applications involving building design, additions and renovations and furniture arrangement. Landscape architecture design software adds another dimension to design drafting software by giving users the ability to illustrate features such as ponds and vegetation.

Methods of learning drafting software and its applications include:

1. Training provided by a drafting software provider

2. Completing drafting software education and training at an academic institution

3. Reading technical publications

 

Receive drafting software education and training from product manufacturers.

Training provided by drafting software providers enables end users to learn how to utilize the various drafting software applications properly. Before purchasing any software for drafting, verify that the software manufacturer offers training resources and support.
Try: Autodesk is a drafting software provider that provides training opportunities designed to meet the needs of their users by offering classes at authorized training centers, books that one can complete at their own pace, and online courses. Ashlar-Vellum offers tutorials ranging from basic to more advanced applications for their design drafting software that one may download.

Complete drafting software education and training at an academic institution

Academic institutions may offer courses in architectural and drafting software that are not only economical but may also accommodate the schedules of students who also have a full time job by offering online or evening classes. Some institutions also offer a CAD program which enable students to earn an associate degree upon program completion.
Try: Penn Foster Career School offers an online AutoCAD course as well as financing to students. Westwood College – Atlanta offers a curriculum focusing on CAD and architecture drafting software and when completed, provides students an Associate Degree in CAD - Architectural Drafting.

Remain current on commercial drafting software by reading technical publications

Drafting software is constantly progressing in terms enhancing program features while making their applications more user-friendly. Reading technical publications geared towards drafting and architectural design software enables one to remain up to date on software and technology.
Try: Cadalyst offers subscribers magazines and newsletters in either print or online formats that provide information on the latest in drafting software and drafting software programs for sale, as well as product reviews. AUGIWorld, produced in part by the Autodesk User Group International, provides users of Autodesk information on training opportunities, new products and industry related news and events.

 

• Trade shows and conventions provide users of drafting software an excellent opportunity to meet with suppliers of drafting software, see product demonstrations and possibly receive special prices on drafting software programs for sale. They are also a good resource for training.

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