The Only Autodesk® Authorized Training Center in Rhode Island
As the world’s largest provider of design visualization software, Autodesk is uncompromising in its standards for upholding product integrity, applied in real-world situations. That’s why, in 1985, Autodesk designated New England Tech as an Authorized Training Center – the only one in Rhode Island and the only place to be fully and adequately trained.
The current curriculum, certified instructors, and up-to-date equipment must all be in place to maintain Autodesk’s prestigious authorization. There are no shared workstations at our facility as each student learns at an individual computer, from highly trained instructors, with no more than 12 participants in the seminar.
Training Center Features
- One workstation per participant – Guaranteed!
- Limited to 12 participants per course!!
- Instructors are Autodesk® approved to deliver training.
- Autodesk® certified training materials are included in the course tuition.
- 100% satisfaction or retake the training again at no charge.
- Customized on-site training can be developed for your organization.
- Open lab hours are available to registered participants.
- Discounts available for graduates and current students of New England Institute of Technology.
- Discounts are available to corporations for multiple enrollments.
- Additional dates are available for corporate accounts.
- Visit our website at https://cti.neit.edu
- All courses are also available as e-learning online programs.
Courses
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AutoCAD Fundamentals
Course Length: 32 hours
Summary: Upon completion of this training, the participant will be able to create a basic 2D drawing using drawing and editing tools, organize drawing objects on layers, add text and basic dimensions, and prepare to plot.
Course Abstract:
- Understanding the AutoCAD workspace and user interface
- Use basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools
- Set up layers, blocks, styles & templates
- This course covers the indispensable core topics for working with AutoCAD
Audience: Application engineers, technical support staff, technical consultants, instructors
Prerequisites: Drafting experience, general computer experience
For more information or a more detailed course outline, please call Douglas Leigh at 401-739-5000 or email [email protected], or complete this form.
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AutoCAD Advanced
Course Length: 24 hours
Summary: Upon completion of this training, the participant will be able to work with advanced drawing tools and have greater control of the AutoCAD environment. This training focuses on: using efficiency tools including grips and advanced object selection; drawing with complex objects including polylines, regions, and multilines; defining blocks and attributes; using external reference files and image files; using layouts and advanced plotting features; enhancing productivity with simple customization of AutoCAD, and introduction to AutoCAD’s 3D features.
Course Abstract:
- Advanced Text Objects and CAD Management & System Setup
- Creating Tables
- Defining dynamic blocks and attributes
- Create Sheet Sets
- Enhancing productivity with interface customization
Audience: Application engineers, technical support staff, technical consultants, instructors.
Prerequisites: AutoCAD Fundamentals or equivalent knowledge.
For more information or a more detailed course outline, please call Douglas Leigh at 401-739-5000 or email [email protected], or complete this form.
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AutoCAD Update
Course Length: 10 hours
Summary: This training introduces the new features of AutoCAD to users of previous versions. There are a wide variety of enhancements to existing commands and several new commands and methods that will help you streamline both large and small projects.
Course Abstract:
- Introduces new features of AutoCAD to users of previous versions.
Audience: Application engineers, technical support staff, technical consultants, instructors.
Prerequisites: Fundamental working knowledge of AutoCAD.
For more information or a more detailed course outline, please call Douglas Leigh at 401-739-5000 or email [email protected], or complete this form.
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AutoCAD Architecture
Course Length: 24 hours
Summary: AutoCAD Architecture is “AutoCAD optimized for architecture.” In addition to all the standard AutoCAD tools, it offers a host of features to greatly increase the speed and efficiency of architectural drawings. The software is designed to work from the first concept (conceptual design or mass model) all the way through to design development, working drawings, and facility maintenance. AutoCAD Architecture Fundamentals focuses on the design development and construction documentation features of AutoCAD Architecture.
Course Abstract:
- Viewing in 3D
- Design development & construction features
- Basic wall construction and creating wall openings, floors, roofs, fixtures, furnishings & equipment
Audience: Application engineers, technical support staff, technical consultants, instructors
Prerequisites: A good working knowledge of AutoCAD and a background in Architectural Design.
For more information or a more detailed course outline, please call Douglas Leigh at 401-739-5000 or email [email protected], or complete this form.
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Autodesk Revit Architecture Fundamentals
Course Length: 32 hours
Summary: Revit Architecture is a powerful Building Information Modeling (BIM) program. From Preliminary Design through Design Development and into Construction Documents, the program streamlines the design process with a central 3D model. The objective of this course is to enable students to create full 3D architectural project models and set them up in working drawings. This class focuses on basic tools that the majority of users will need to work with Revit Architecture.
Course Abstract:
- Understanding the purpose of Building Information Modeling
- Work with basic drawing and editing tools and add walls, floors, and roofs to the building model
- Create levels and grids as datum elements for the model
- Set up sheets for plotting with test, dimensions, details, tags, and schedules
Prerequisites: architectural design, drafting, or engineering experience is highly recommended.
For more information or a more detailed course outline, please call Douglas Leigh at 401-739-5000 or email [email protected], or complete this form.
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Autodesk Inventor™
Course Length: 24 hours
Summary: Upon completion of this training, you will be proficient in basic 3D modeling techniques and be familiar with Inventor’s Design Support System from which you may find solutions to typical design problems not specifically covered in the training material.
Course Abstract:
- Create 2D sketches with sketch & editing tools
- Constraining & dimensioning sketches
- Generate 3D parts from sketches
- Part modeling
Audience: Application engineers, technical support staff, technical consultants, instructors
Prerequisites: Working knowledge of surface modeling, solid modeling, and parametric modeling concepts and techniques are strongly recommended.
For more information or a more detailed course outline, please call Douglas Leigh at 401-739-5000 or email [email protected], or complete this form.
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Autodesk 3ds Max Design Fundamentals
Course Length: 24 hours
Summary: Autodesk 3ds Max Design is Autodesk’s premier design visualization platform. This program teaches the user how to produce renderings and animations. Participants will learn how to create and edit 3D models and scenes, understand and apply lighting and materials for realism, and perform an advanced walkthrough animation.
Course Abstract:
- Introduction to Autodesk 3ds Max Design interface, workflow, and project configuration
- 3D modeling from 2D objects
- Lighting (and lighting with Max Mental Ray)
- Animation for visualization
- Rendering
Audience: Design professionals who wish to learn how to produce renderings and animations using Autodesk 3ds Max.
Prerequisites: none
For more information or a more detailed course outline, please call Douglas Leigh at 401-739-5000 or email [email protected], or complete this form.
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Autodesk Maya Fundamentals
Course Length: 24 hours
Summary: This introductory course prepares the participant to create realistic 3D environments and animations.
Course Abstract:
- Introduction to the user interface and project creation
- Work with polygon modeling and NURBS modeling
- Lighting, materials, shading, and the UV Texture Editor
- Cameras and rendering
Prerequisites: basics of computer graphics
For more information or a more detailed course outline, please call Douglas Leigh at 401-739-5000 or email [email protected], or complete this form.
Our Guarantee
We guarantee complete satisfaction with your knowledge and comfort in our courses, or you may repeat the next available class of the same subject and level (or any part of it) at no additional cost.
For more details please contact Sean Marshall at The Center for Technology and Industry at 401.739.5000, ext. 3463 or email [email protected] with any questions.
Lab Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy: Cancellation or rescheduling must be made by telephone with The Center for Technology and Industry (CTI) at least ten business days prior to the class start date. A fee of 50% of the class cost will be charged for cancellations made less than ten business days prior to the class start date. No refund will be given for no-shows. Payment is required prior to attending CTI courses at New England Tech.