Vectorworks University

The Basics guide will walk you through the overall user interface, mouse interaction, and document organization. In addition, we will introduce you to the basic use of tools and commands in the software. You will become familiar with many of basic conventions used in all Vectorworks software products. This guide is recommended for both new and experienced users.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Explore the Vectorworks User Interface
2. Understand core Snapping, Tool, and Command Interactions
3. Learn How to Navigate and Adjust View in Vectorworks
4. Explore Document Organization and Resource Management

In this course, you will be introduced to core modeling concepts in Vectorworks software. Starting with key 2D modeling techniques, you will learn how to create and manipulate 2D forms. Then, you will explore fundamental 3D modeling workflows.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Learn How to Create and Modify Common 2D Shapes
2. Explore Working in 3D and Controlling the Working Plane
3. Discover 3D Solid Modeling And NURBS Modeling Techniques
4. Learn How to Manipulate 3D Objects

The BIM - Architectural guide will take you through the use of the core architectural tools. As well as, introduce you to key concepts ranging from the uses for classes and layers, to symbol types and publishing your projects.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Explore Commonly Used Building Tools
2. Learn How to Use Dimension Tools
3. Observe the Creation Process of Viewports
4. Discover Useful Presentation Techniques

In this course, we will introduce you to commonly used tools and workflows in Vectorworks Spotlight, for entertainment design. You will explore Lighting, Rigging, Audio, and Video tools in Vectorworks Spotlight. In addition, we will explore preparing a project for export to Vectorworks Vision as well as review the capabilities of the various Cabling tools.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Explore the core Vectorworks Spotlight tools and commands.
2. Learn how to create staging, seating, and soft good objects.
3. Learn how to place, position, and number lighting devices.
4. Explore the audio and video tools and learn how to place cables using the cabling tools.

In the Vision guide, we will begin to explore using Vision for previsualization. In addition, we will show how to properly configure lighting devices in Vectorworks, for export to Vision. You will be introduced to dmx, patching, fixture modes, as well as configuring a custom lighting device in Vectorworks, for use in Vision.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Explore the use of Vision for previsualization.
2. Understand the basics of DMX.
3. Explore how to assign fixture modes and patch devices.
4. Learn how to use emissives in Vision.

If you’re new to ConnectCAD these step-by-step tutorials can help you get off to a smooth start. They’re designed to take you through the basic concepts and operations in a series of short lessons.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Explore the basic functionality of ConnectCAD.
2. Learn how to make connections between input and output devices.
3. Explore how to create and modify devices.
4. Learn how to use efficient workflows to speed up your designs.

This course is designed to introduce many of the Landmark design tools and workflows. Starting with Plants, you will learn how to use the Plant tool and configure Plant Style settings and graphics. In addition, we will take a look at the Hardscape and Landscape Area tools. We will also, begin to explore site modeling in Vectorworks software.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Learn how to place and edit plants.
2. Understand how to create hardscapes and configure their settings.
3. Explore the creation and use of Landscape Areas.
4. Learn how to create and modify a Site Model.

In this overview, you will explore Irrigation Design in Vectorworks software. For this guide, we asked one of our users, Bryan D. Goff, to demonstrate how to use the various irrigation tools available, to create effective irrigation designs. You will be introduced to all of the irrigation tools and their settings.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Explore the use of the irrigation tool set in Vectorworks Landmark.
2. Learn how to place outlets, pipe, valves, and drip lines.
3. Practice creating an irrigation network.
4. Learn how to analyze an irrigation network.

The Rendering in Vectorworks overview will introduce you to the key techniques needed for successful rendering. From configuring Renderworks Cameras and applying basic render modes to lighting and texturing, this guide will give a good base for exploring the power and capabilities of Renderworks.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Explore the rendering capabilities of Vectorworks software.
2. Learn how to use Renderworks Cameras to create rendered views.
3. Apply lighting, texturing, and render modes.
4. Explore solar animations, panoramas, web view, and other presentation techniques.

When it’s time to transform an idea into a digital 3D form, it all comes down to understanding the tools you use. There are multiple ways to achieve the same shape, so best practices with 3D modeling tools vary based on your design intent, skill level, and the complexity of your project. Join Rob Hollis, RA, as he explores the various toolsets and features that enable custom modeling for a variety of project types. This beginner session will focus on general navigation, solid modeling, and basic editing behaviors in Vectorworks.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Identify the different tool and feature sets available for effective 3D modeling.
2. Discover effective workflows for executing concepts in 3D, both individually and in terms of a larger project.
3. Observe the basic solids modeling operations and capabilities.
4. Demonstrate learned techniques in a hands-on training session.

Scripts are like little tools that can automate multiple steps, streamline tasks that would take hundreds of clicks, or create objects you need repeatedly. These particular scripts are useful to at least one designer, and many of them were written by someone who has no business writing scripts. These scripts aren’t works of art. They aren’t fancy. Some aren’t even spelled correctly. But they are time-saving tools for hardworking CAD users with drawings to finish before the coffee runs out. In this session, you'll receive a toolkit full of little scripts. Not every tool is for every job, but there is probably at least one that you will find useful. You’re ready for this —you’re already doing it the hard way.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Discover how to manage a library of scripts.
2. Learn how to execute scripts written in Vectorscript or Python.
3. Understand the basics of how scripts are structured and how to read them.
4. Learn how to make minor changes to scripts to fit them to your needs.

Learn how to utilize tools, menu commands, and drawing organization found in Vectorworks software. Core Concepts starts from the ground up, teaching you all of the necessary basics needed to become a Vectorworks pro. Make use of 2D and 3D modeling techniques from the start and learn the entry points and correct workflows to help master the Vectorworks platform.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Explore Hybrid Workflow
2. Learn the Vectorworks interface and how to navigate
3. Learn how to setup a document
4. Learn the core clicking behaviors and drawing techniques
5. Explore resources and resource management
6. Understand how to organize a document using Classes and Design Layers
7. Explore Presentation Workflows

In light of the COVID-19 global pandemic, Vectorworks would like to offer FREE access to their Core & Intermediate Concepts Training courses on Vectorworks University. Typically, these courses are reserved for Vectorworks Service Select members, but we wanted to offer everyone from all industries a chance to brush up on their techniques. To take advantage of this offer, please use the link below to register: