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This course provides an introduction to referencing in Vectorworks, equipping participants with the skills to efficiently manage and integrate content from multiple files within their projects. Referencing is a powerful feature in Vectorworks that allows users to incorporate drawing elements, resources, and data from external files, improving consistency, collaboration, and workflow efficiency across project teams

All Industries

30m

Intermediate

Learning Objectives

Understand the core concepts and benefits of referencing.
Create, update, and manage references to external Vectorworks files, layers, and resources within a project.
Gain an understanding of the two main types of referencing, Design Layer Import and Design Layer Viewport.

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Unlock the full potential of Vectorworks by mastering the concept of origins. This comprehensive course will delve into the differences between user origins and internal origins, and provide step-by-step guidance on how to set the origin for X, Y, and georeferencing. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced user, this course will equip you with the essential knowledge to accurately manage and manipulate origins, ensuring precise and efficient workflows in your design projects.

All Industries

30m

Intermediate

Learning Objectives

Understand the differences between user origins and internal origins in Vectorworks.
Learn how to set and adjust the user origin for X and Y coordinates.
Discover the importance of setting the internal origin
Gain practical skills to apply georeferencing techniques in your design projects.

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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

Start

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

Start

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

Start

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

Start

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

Start

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

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

Start

This learning path is designed to help you get to know Vectorworks Design Suite 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.

All Industries

8h

Beginner

Start

This learning path is designed to help Educational users get to know Vectorworks Design Suite 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.

All Industries

8h

Beginner

Start

Master the key skills required to be successful in Vectorworks by earning your Vectorworks Core Associate Certification. This learning path contains over 130 instructional videos and exercises that will equip you with the essential knowledge to operate Vectorworks with confidence.

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

Beginner

(2025) Overview

Introduction to Referencing

ORIGINS

VECTORWORKS 2021-2023 CORE ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATION

WINDOOR TUTORIAL

CABLE TOOLS SUITE

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS FUNDAMENTALS

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS ARCHITECT

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS LANDMARK

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS SPOTLIGHT

ONBOARDING - VECTORWORKS DESIGN SUITE

ONBOARDING - EDUCATIONAL

VECTORWORKS 2025 CORE ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATION

Introduction to Referencing

ORIGINS

Introduction to Styles