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Core Certification (Legacy)

RESET PREFERENCES

Beginner
8m

RESET PREFERENCES

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In this exercise, we will go over resetting the Vectorworks Preferences.

All Industries
All Industries
8m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Learn to reset the Vectorworks Preferences.
  2. Learn to reset the snapping settings.

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Core Certification (Legacy)

SMART CURSOR

Beginner
57m

SMART CURSOR

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Develop an extensive understanding of all of the smart cursor and snapping palette settings.

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All Industries
57m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Understanding all of the settings related to Snap to Grid, Snap to Object, Snap to Angle, Snap to Intersection, Smart Point, Smart Edge, Snap to Distance, and Snap to Tangent.
  2. Be able to draw accurately with the on screen cursor cues.

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Core Certification (Legacy)

ADJUST OPENGL (SHADED) SETTINGS

Beginner
4m

ADJUST OPENGL (SHADED) SETTINGS

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This course will take a look at adjusting OpenGL settings.

Note: As part of an update to rendering engineering on both Mac and Windows, OpenGL render mode was renamed Shaded rendering mode in Vectorworks 2022, and the Vectorworks preference for graphics performance has been simplified. An updated video on Shaded Render Settings is now available.

All Industries
All Industries
4m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Locate the OpenGL (Shaded) settings
  2. Look at the different OpenGL (Shaded) settings.
  3. Learn about Ambient Occlusion.

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Core Certification (Legacy)

GRID

Beginner
2m

GRID

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In this course, we will be discussing the grid settings and grid snapping in Vectorworks.

All Industries
All Industries
2m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Explore the Vectorworks Grid Options.
  2. Understand their relation to the Snap to Grid snapping.

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Core Certification (Legacy)

OBJECT ATTRIBUTES

Beginner
3m

OBJECT ATTRIBUTES

Start

Directly apply a variety of graphics directly through the attributes palette.

All Industries
All Industries
3m
Beginner

Learning Objectives

  1. Show and explain the various fill types.
  2. Directly applying graphics to objects.

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Learning Path

VECTORWORKS 2021-2023 CORE ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATION


16h

VECTORWORKS 2021-2023 CORE ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATION

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ⓘ  Note: There is an updated version of the Vectorworks Core Certification. To access the latest version, please click here.

Master the key skills required to be successful in Vectorworks by earning your Vectorworks Core Associate Certification. This learning path contains over 170 courses and exercises that will equip you with the essential knowledge to operate Vectorworks with confidence. The Vectorworks Core Associate Certification learning path and exam are available free for a limited time.

To earn your certification, you must successfully pass the certification exam, with a score of 80% or higher. There are no restrictions on how many times you can retake the exam. If you do not pass on your first attempt, we recommend reviewing the certification courses and trying again. By passing the Vectorworks Core Certification exam and receiving this certification you will demonstrate to employers and clients that you are competent in core Vectorworks tools, commands, and workflows.

We highly recommend going through all of the courses in this learning path before taking the exam. However, we know there are many experienced Vectorworks users out there. If you feel you have already mastered the subjects covered in this learning path, you can skip directly to the exam.

Your certification is valid for 3 years after successfully passing the exam. Once you pass the exam, you will be able to download and display your personal Vectorworks Core Associate certificate and seal. You will be notified 6 months before your certification expires and with updates for continuing your education.

Welcome to the Vectorworks Certification Program!

All Industries
16h

Vectorworks Global
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Learning Path

WINDOOR TUTORIAL

Beginner
4h

WINDOOR TUTORIAL

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In this tutorial, you will explore the WinDoor plugin. You will learn how to create and place doors and windows using the WinDoor tool. In addition, you will explore how to create schedules and custom door leaves.

Buildings
4h
Beginner

Vectorworks AU
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Learning Path

CABLE TOOLS SUITE

Beginner
2h 20m

CABLE TOOLS SUITE

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In this learning path, you will explore the Cable Tools Suite available in Vectorworks Spotlight and Design Suite. You will learn how to utilize all the cable tools, create cable styles, configure Data Tags for Cable objects, generate reports, and more.

Video
Entertainment
2h 20m
Beginner

Vectorworks Global
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Learning Path

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS FUNDAMENTALS

Beginner
8h

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS FUNDAMENTALS

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This learning path is designed to help you get to know Vectorworks Fundamentals and get up and running quickly. We understand that not everyone learns in the same way, so we have provided multiple training options, from an instructor-led live seminar and on-demand quick start guide, to a sample project for you to explore.

All Industries
8h
Beginner

Vectorworks Global
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Learning Path

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS ARCHITECT

Beginner
8h

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS ARCHITECT

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This learning path is designed to help you get to know Vectorworks Architect and get up and running quickly. We understand that not everyone learns in the same way, so we have provided multiple training options, from instructor-led live seminars and an on-demand quick start guide, to sample projects for you to explore.

Buildings
8h
Beginner

Vectorworks Global
product compatibility-2-architect product compatibility-5-design suite

Learning Path

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS LANDMARK

Beginner
8h

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS LANDMARK

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This learning path is designed to help you get to know Vectorworks Landmark and get up and running quickly. We understand that not everyone learns in the same way, so we have provided multiple training options, from instructor-led live seminars and an on-demand quick start guide, to sample projects for you to explore.

Landscapes
8h
Beginner

Vectorworks Global
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Learning Path

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS SPOTLIGHT

Beginner
8h

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS SPOTLIGHT

Start

This learning path is designed to help you get to know Vectorworks Spotlight and get up and running quickly. We understand that not everyone learns in the same way, so we have provided multiple training options, from instructor-led live seminars and an on-demand quick start guide, to sample projects for you to explore.

Entertainment
8h
Beginner

Vectorworks Global
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Core Certification (Legacy)


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