Richard A. Haas, P.E.

Course Outline

The course text "Mastering Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2005" (MAADT2005) by Paul F. Aubin, will take the student from learning the user interface through the building design process to the generation of full building plans and architectural renderings. This course is the first of a series and will cover the first 5 chapters of the text book ending with the production of a small commercial project and a small residential project.

This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Learning Objective

At the conclusion of the course, the student will understand:

• How to layout a small building.
• The software user interface.
• The prerequisite AutoCAD skills for use of ADT2005.
• The display system incorporated by the program.
• Object Styles and their role in the design process.
• The use of anchors in associating various object styles.
• The benefits of using a content library.
• Profiles to suit individual designer's styles.
• How to set up drawings to proper size and scale.
• The use of template files.
• Working with walls.
• Working with doors.
• Working with windows.
• Adding plumbing fixtures.
• The use of the Object Viewer.
• Creating wall modifiers.
• Copy & Paste imported objects.
• Creating Constructs.
• Creating Views.
• Creating Elevations.
• Creating Sections.
• Setting up and designing a small commercial project.
• Setting up and designing a small residential project.
• Generating a sheet set of drawings.
  
  

Intended Audience

While it is not necessary to own and run the software to take this course it is highly recommended. It is possible to read the text and pass the quiz, however this course is intended for professionals that are familiar with Autodesk AutoCAD software and are reasonably proficient in its use. Architectural Desktop is a very complex program with a lengthy learning curve. MAADT2005 goes a long way to drastically reduce that learning curve. This course will also provide insight for those considering the move to ADT.

Benefit to Attendees

MAADT2005 is an excellent tool for learning and using Architectural Desktop on your own. However if you do self teach you will not get continuing education credit unless you complete the course and the exam that is part of this course. MADT2005 provides you with everything you need to become proficient with the software, this course provides you with the mechanism to get credit for the time and energy you have spent with the book and the software.

Course and Text Book Introduction

About the Author

Mr. Paul Aubin has a background in the architectural profession spanning over fifteen years. In addition to writing, Paul travels the country speaking and providing implementation, training and support services. He currently serves as the Moderator for Cadalyst magazine's online CAD questions forum, and has been published in their print magazine.

He is a regular speaker at Autodesk University® and was the recipient of the Autodesk® Central Region 2001 Architectural Award of Excellence. Paul has been a guest speaker at Chicago area events for The American Institute of Architects Northeast Illinois, Chicago Area Users' Groups and The Association of Licensed Architects. Prior to becoming an independent consultant, Paul was an Associate with a leading Autodesk Systems Center in Chicago where he successfully trained over 1100 professionals in Architectural Desktop, AutoCAD and 3D Studio VIZ. While in architectural practice, Paul served as CAD Manager with an Interior Design and Architecture firm in downtown Chicago and amassed many years of hands-on project architect level experience. The combination of his experiences in architectural practice, as a CAD Manager and an Instructor give his writing, classroom instruction and consultation a fresh and credible focus. Paul is an associate member of the American Institute of Architects. He received his Bachelor of Science in Architecture and his Bachelor of Architecture from The Catholic University of America.

Paul F. Aubin is a professional Autodesk Training Center (ATC) Manager and successful Senior ADT Applications Engineer for Consulting For Architects, Inc. (CFA). Throughout his six years with CFA, Paul has successfully trained over 1,100 professionals in Architectural Desktop, AutoCAD and 3D Studio VIZ. He also serves as the Moderator for CADence magazine's online CAD question forum. Paul was among the speakers at Autodesk University 2000 and the recipient of the Autodesk Central Region 2001 Architectural Award of Excellence. Paul Aubin received both a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (1989) and a Bachelor of Architecture (1990) from the Catholic University of America.

This concise manual focuses squarely on the rationale and practicality of ADT 2005 through life-tested, practical lessons that emphasize "why" as well as "show" in order to help readers complete their projects successfully. The text and lessons combine to give an unmistakable sense of the value of the tools introduced as well as a clear indication of each tool's potential. The result is an up-to-the-minute resource that shortens the learning curve and instills confidence and comfort in usage of the software to create architecture.

Quiz

Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.