Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2 and 3

Architectural Desktop utilizes many new concepts and techniques that make training for new users especially important. Regardless of previous experience with AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based third-party applications, the ObjectARX structure of ADT will provide an extraordinary challenge for any organization  seeking a cost-effective implementation of  this new software.

The full ADT installation includes the AEC Details product for constructing and drafting parametric architectural details. This is the remaining holdover from the previous Softdesk applications that have been retained in ADT by popular demand. It is an especially effective tool in the architectural office, and well worth learning about. I have several years of experience working with Details, and providing training and support for this software. 

Software Support

Program Setup and Customization

A critical ingredient of the successful implementation of any new software application is program setup and deployment. Almost all out-of-the-box software applications require some massaging, from simple fine-tuning to a major effort to install a company's custom standards and working methodologies. Off-the-shelf software seldom works exactly the way a company desires in all respects, and customization of symbols, layers, text styles, etc. should occur before embarking on a major training program, so that people are working with company standards from the beginning.

 

CAD Standards Development and Implementation

CAD Standards development and implementation remain among the most troublesome issues in many organizations. We've written quite a bit regarding CAD Standards in CADALYST over the past several years, and recently Mark Middlebrook wrote an excellent treatise on the subject for the April 2000 issue. In that same issue, I wrote an overview of the contents of the recently released National CADD Standard for the monthly CAD Manager column. I have worked with CAD standards issues for many clients over the years, and can help with your needs for standards development and implementation.

 

Post-Training Support

With complex computer applications like CAD software, it is seldom sufficient to just provide a few days of training, and then expect that people will be able to productively use the software from that point forward. Invariably, new users will require on-going support and coaching as they start to apply their newly-learned software skills to real architectural projects. 

To inquire about Training and Support services, send Email to michael@dakan.net or call 650-355-6573.