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The Autodesk(R) Navisworks(R) 2024: Fundamentals guide shows you how to use the Autodesk Navisworks Manage software in a BIM workflow to better predict project outcomes, reduce conflicts, minimize changes, and lower project risks. The guide provides instructions on how to consolidate civil, architectural, structural, and MEP models into a single BIM model and check for conflicts. It also discusses how to use the Review and Markup tools to communicate issues across disciplines, the Quantification module to create estimates for building material, and the TimeLiner, Animator, and Clash Detective to simulate construction and to identify any constructibility issues and on-site clashes. Finally, it describes how to use the Rendering feature of the software to better communicate design intent to the project team and other stakeholders.This guide is designed for new and experienced users of the Autodesk Navisworks software in multiple disciplines. Topics CoveredUnderstanding the purpose of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and how it is applied in the Autodesk Navisworks softwareNavigating the Autodesk Navisworks workspace and interfaceConsolidating models from different software and properly aligning them to create a single Navisworks modelSaving and retrieving views and sectioning a modelUsing basic viewing and investigation tools to locate, review, and measure itemsAdding tags and comments to model componentsReviewing a model for clashesPerforming quantification calculations and material takeoffsAnimating and writing scripts to interact with the modelCreating and animating a construction timeline> PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).The 2024 Civil 3D Object Enabler must be installed on the computer running Navisworks. A working knowledge of 3D design and task-scheduling software is recommended.

The ENOVIA V5-6R2015: DMU Navigator and Space Analysis student guide is an introduction to the DMU workbenches of the ENOVIA suite of products. Digital Mock-Up (DMU) is primarily used as a viewing and analysis tool for 3D CAD data. Students will be introduced to the DMU interface by viewing, manipulating and analyzing 3D model geometry. Specific focus is made on the Space Analysis workbench, which provides access to clash, sectioning, and comparison tools. Based on the results of these analyses, students will learn to create annotations directly on the 3D geometry in order to communicate information back to the designers.Topics Covered DMU user interfaceModel navigation and visualizationFile managementMeasurement toolsClash analysisSectioningDistance and band analysisCompare productsArc through three points3D annotationsAnnotation viewsImage capturePrinting images Prerequisites CATIA V5-6 R2015: Introduction to Modeling, orCATIA V5-6 R2015: Introduction for Managers & Reviewers

The ENOVIA V5-6R2017: DMU Navigator and Space Analysis student guide is an introduction to the DMU workbenches of the ENOVIA suite of products. Digital Mock-Up (DMU) is used primarily as a viewing and analysis tool for 3D CAD data. Students are introduced to the DMU interface by viewing, manipulating and analyzing 3D model geometry. Specific focus is made on the Space Analysis workbench, which provides access to clash, sectioning, and comparison tools. Based on the results of these analyses, students will learn to create annotations directly on the 3D geometry in order to communicate information back to the designers.Topics CoveredDMU user interfaceModel navigation and visualizationFile managementMeasurement toolsClash analysisSectioningDistance and band analysisCompare productsArc through three points3D annotationsAnnotation viewsImage capturePrinting imagesPrerequisitesCATIA V5-6R2017: Introduction to Modeling, or CATIA V5-6R2017: Introduction for Managers & Reviewers

The ENOVIA V5-6R2018: DMU Kinematics learning guide focuses on how to create and simulate V5 mechanisms using CATIA products. The course begins with an overview of the mechanism design process and then each step in the process is discussed in depth using lectures and hands-on practices. This course also introduces the concept of converting assembly constraints into kinematic joints. Additionally, this learning guide provides an introduction to converting V4 mechanisms to V5 as well as the 3D model method of creating kinematic assemblies.Topics CoveredKinematic analysis processConstraint-based jointsCurve/surface-based jointsRatio-based jointsCompiling and replaying a simulationSwept volumesTracesSensorsClash detectionAssembly constraint conversionCATIA V4 mechanismsSimulation with lawsPrerequisitesAccess to the V5-6R2018 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Dassault Systèmes may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (i.e., V5-6R2017).Completion of at least one of the following courses (or equivalent experience) is highly recommended: - ENOVIA V5-6R2018: DMU Navigator and Space Analysis- CATIA V5-6R2018: Introduction to Modeling- CATIA V5-6R2018: Introduction for Non-Designers

The Autodesk(R) Vault Professional 2024: Administrator Essentials guide introduces Autodesk Vault Professional 2024 to CAD administrators. The focus of this learning guide is to teach administrators how to set up and manage categories, lifecycles, revisions, file naming schemes, items, bills of materials (BOMs), and the engineering change order (ECO) process.This guide is intended for administrators with some knowledge of Autodesk Vault Professional's data management capabilities. The hands-on practices included in this guide reinforce usage of items, BOM and ECO features, and automated workflows. Topics CoveredIntroduction to Autodesk Vault ProfessionalManaging CategoriesLifecycle ManagementRevision ManagementFile Naming SchemesWorking with ItemsManaging ChangeWorking with Bills of MaterialsAdministering Autodesk Vault ProfessionalReporting> PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).A good working knowledge of Autodesk CAD programs and working knowledge of Autodesk Vault Basic and Autodesk Vault document management features.

The Autodesk(R) Civil 3D(R) 2023 software supports a wide range of civil engineering tasks and creates intelligent relationships between objects. The Autodesk Civil 3D 2023: Fundamentals for Land Developers (Grading) guide is recommended for users that are required to create site grading plans using the Autodesk Civil 3D software. This guide is also suited for managers who require an overview and understanding of this aspect of the Autodesk Civil 3D software. Users use feature lines, grading tools, and corridors to create a commercial site containing a parking lot, building pads, pond, and simple sewage lagoon. An existing road has been included in the survey and a survey team collected the existing conditions. Users also work on a residential site to grade a small subdivision for proper grading of each lot.The learning content in this guide assumes the existing conditions are already processed. To learn how to create the existing conditions, refer to Autodesk Civil 3D 2023: Fundamentals for Surveyors. Topics CoveredIntroduction to gradingParcel gradingGrading using feature linesGrading using grading objects and grading groupsGrading using corridorsCombining surfacesVisualization in Autodesk(R) InfraWorks(R) PrerequisitesAccess to the 2023.0 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2022).Experience with AutoCAD(R) or AutoCAD-based products and a sound understanding and knowledge of civil engineering terminology is recommended.

Autodesk(R) Vault Professional 2024 for Inventor(R) and AutoCAD(R) Users introduces the Autodesk Vault 2024 software (Basic and Professional) to users. The guide is intended for Autodesk CAD users who need to access their design files from the Autodesk Vault software. It provides an introduction to the Autodesk Vault software and focuses specifically on features available to end-users for working with and managing Inventor and AutoCAD designs. You can use the Autodesk Vault 2024 software and the desired Autodesk CAD 2024 software (such as Inventor or AutoCAD) to complete the practices in this guide. Note that this guide does not cover administrative functionality. Hands-on practices are included to reinforce how to manage the design workflow process using the Autodesk Vault software. Included with this guide is a training Vault that can be used alongside a production Vault, to ensure that both Vaults can be accessed from the Autodesk Vault software. Topics CoveredIntroduction to Autodesk Vault featuresUsing Autodesk Vault ClientWorking with non-CAD filesWorking with Inventor filesWorking with AutoCAD filesSearching the VaultData management and reusing design dataItems and Bill of Materials managementChange managementCustomizing the user interface PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2022).Basic working knowledge of the Autodesk CAD software such as Inventor and AutoCAD.

The Autodesk(R) Vault Basic 2024: Administrator Essentials guide introduces Autodesk Vault Basic 2024 to CAD administrators. Autodesk Vault Basic is the foundation module of the data management solution from Autodesk, enabling users to consolidate and organize all product information securely for easy reference, sharing, and reuse purposes.This guide is intended for CAD administrators and focuses on administrative tasks. Hands-on exercises are included to reinforce how to administer Autodesk Vault Basic. Topics CoveredIntroduction to Autodesk Vault featuresBasic Vault tasksAutoloader for InventorCommon Vault tasksOrganizing and populating a vault> PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).It is highly recommended that you have a good working knowledge of Autodesk CAD programs and a working knowledge of one or more of the following products:    Microsoft(R) Office   Autodesk(R) Inventor(R)   AutoCAD(R)   AutoCAD(R) Mechanical   AutoCAD(R) Electrical   Autodesk(R) Civil 3D(R)   Microsoft Windows(R) 10

The Autodesk(R) Revit(R) software is a powerful Building Information Modeling (BIM) program that works the way architects and engineers think. The software streamlines the design process with a central 3D model. Changes made in one view update across all views and on the printable sheets. This guide is designed to give you an overview of the Autodesk Revit functionality for architecture, MEP, and structure, especially as it pertains to project managers. Topics CoveredUnderstanding the purpose of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and how it is applied in Revit.Navigating the Revit workspace and interface.Working with the basic modifying and modeling tools.Troubleshooting elements in projects.Viewing models using plans, elevations, sections, and 3D views. Putting together construction documents by adding views to sheets that can then be printed. Exporting files to CAD formats and DXF (the Autodesk(R) Design Review software).Working with schedules.Linking and importing CAD files and Revit models into projects.(Optional) Using worksets in a collaborative environment.> PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.1 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is an approach to the entire building life cycle. Autodesk(R) Revit(R) is a powerful BIM program for architecture, MEP, and structure that supports the ability to coordinate, update, and share design data with team members throughout the design construction and management phases of a building's life. A key component in managing the BIM process is to establish a company foundation for different types of projects by creating standard templates and custom family elements. Having this in place makes the process of any new project flow smoothly and efficiently.The objective of the Autodesk(R) Revit(R) 2024 BIM Management: Template and Family Creation guide is to enable users who have worked with the software to expand their knowledge in setting up office standards with templates that include annotation styles, preset views, sheets, and schedules, as well as creating custom system, in-place, and component families. This guide contains practices that are specific to each discipline. Topics CoveredCreate custom templates with annotation styles, title blocks, and custom element types.Create schedules, including material takeoff schedules with formulas.Create custom wall, roof, and floor types, as well as MEP system families.Set up a component family file with a parametric framework.Create family geometry.Create family types.Modify the visibility of components and incorporate additional family items such as controls, MEP connectors, and nested components.Create specific families, including in-place families, profiles, annotations, and parameters.This guide also contains discipline-specific practices for families, including doors, windows, railings, pipe fittings, light fixtures, gusset plates, and built-up columns.PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023). You should be comfortable with the fundamentals of the Autodesk Revit software, as found in the Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for Architecture, Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for Structure, or Autodesk Revit 2024: Fundamentals for MEP guides. Knowledge of basic techniques is assumed, such as creating standard elements, copying and moving elements, and creating and working with views. Information on Collaboration Tools, Conceptual Design, and Site Planning and Design are covered in other guides.

The Autodesk(R) 3ds Max(R) 2024: Fundamentals guide provides a thorough introduction to the Autodesk 3ds Max 2024 software that will help new users make the most of this sophisticated application, as well as broaden the horizons of existing, self-taught users. The guide instructs you on how to effectively use the software interface and navigate through the scenes. It explores the creation of 3D objects and how to bring in objects from other software such as Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D. Additionally, it teaches you to prepare the scenes for renderings by adding materials, lights, and cameras. Finally, the guide covers an understanding of various renderers included with the software, as well as image creation and animation techniques.The practices in this guide are primarily geared towards real-world tasks encountered by users of the Autodesk 3ds Max software in the Architecture, Interior Design, and Civil Engineering industries. Advanced topics such as character modeling, character animation, and rigging are not covered in this guide. Topics CoveredAutodesk 3ds Max interface and workflowAssembling files by importing, linking, or merging3D modeling with primitives and 2D objectsUsing modifiers to create and modify 3D objectsMaterials and mapsAutodesk 3ds Max lightingWorking with cameras and exposure controlRendering using various renderers, such as Scanline, ART, and Arnold> PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023). Experience with 3D modeling is recommended.

The Autodesk(R) Civil 3D(R) 2024 software supports a wide range of civil engineering tasks and creates intelligent relationships between objects. The Autodesk(R) Civil 3D(R) 2024: Beyond the Basics for Grading guide is recommended for users who create or manage site grading plans using the Autodesk Civil 3D software. >The learning content in this guide assumes that the existing conditions are already processed. To learn how to create the existing conditions, refer to Autodesk(R) Civil 3D(R) 2024: Essentials for Surveyors. Topics CoveredIntroduction to gradingParcel gradingGrading using feature linesGrading using grading objects and grading groupsGrading using corridorsCombining surfacesVisualization in Autodesk(R) InfraWorks(R) PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).Knowledge of Civil 3D basics as taught in Autodesk Civil 3D: Essentials, or equivalent experience. >

The Autodesk(R) Civil 3D(R) 2024: Essentials for Surveyors guide is for surveyors and survey technicians and equips them with the basic knowledge required to use Autodesk Civil 3D efficiently in a typical daily workflow. You will learn how to import converted field equipment survey data into a standardized environment in Autodesk Civil 3D and to use the automation tools to create an Existing Conditions Plan.Data collection and traverses are also covered. Other topics that help in increasing efficiency include styles, correct AutoCAD(R) drafting techniques, the methodology required to create linework effectively for variables used in defining symbology, surfaces, categorizing points, and using online maps. Topics CoveredThe Autodesk Civil 3D interfacePoints overview and stylesImporting points and coordinate transformationsCreating points and draftingPoint groups, grips, and reportsPoint security and editingIntroduction to data collection in the fieldIntroduction to Civil 3D Survey and automated lineworkSurvey networksCoordinate Geometry Editor for entering traverse information or legal descriptionsSurface overviewSurface editingSurface labels and analysis PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).Experience with AutoCAD or AutoCAD-based products and a basic understanding of Surveying is recommended.

The Autodesk(R) Inventor(R) 2024: iLogic guide teaches you how to use the iLogic functionality that exists in the Autodesk(R) Inventor(R) 2024.1 software. In this practice-intensive curriculum, you will acquire the knowledge required to use iLogic to automate Autodesk Inventor designs.In this guide, you will learn how iLogic functionality furthers the use of parameters in a model by adding an additional layer of intelligence. By setting criteria in the form of established rules, you learn how to capture design intent, enabling you to automate the design workflow to meet various design scenarios in part, assembly, and drawing files.Topics CoverediLogic functionality overviewiLogic workflow overviewReview of model and user-defined parameters and equations and their importance in iLogicUnderstanding the iLogic interface components (iLogic panel, Edit Rule dialog box, and iLogic browser)Rule creation workflow for Autodesk Inventor parts and assembliesUsing variations of conditional statements in an iLogic ruleAccessing and incorporating the various function types into an iLogic part, assembly, or drawing file ruleEvent Triggers and iTriggersCreating Forms to create a custom user interface for an iLogic rulePrerequisitesAccess to the 2024 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide are not compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).The class assumes a mastery of Autodesk Inventor basics, as taught in the Autodesk Inventor: Introduction to Solid Modeling guide. The Autodesk Inventor: Advanced Part and Assembly Modeling guides are also highly recommended.No programming knowledge is required to use the basic iLogic functions, but programming experience can be an asset when using advanced functions.

The AutoCAD(R) Electrical 2024: Fundamentals with NFPA Standards guide is designed for those using AutoCAD(R) Electrical 2024 with a Windows operating system. This guide is not designed for the AutoCAD for Mac software. The AutoCAD Electrical 2024: Fundamentals with NFPA Standards guide covers the indispensable core topics for working with the AutoCAD Electrical software. In this guide, you will learn how to use many of the powerful electrical drawing creation tools in the AutoCAD Electrical software. You will create schematic drawings (ladder logic and point to point), panel drawings, and PLC-I/O circuits using automated commands for symbol insertion, component tagging, wire numbering, and drawing modification. In addition, you are introduced to methods of customizing AutoCAD Electrical symbols, circuits, and databases. Other topics covered include titleblock linking, reporting tools, templates, and project files. Topics CoveredUnderstanding project filesCreating and editing schematic and panel drawingsWorking with PLC symbolsCreating custom symbols> PrerequisitesAccess to the 2024.0 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2023).