This session will dive into an effective workflow using AutoCAD Plant 3D software tailored for the plant industry. From project preparation to integrated management through Autodesk Construction Cloud, we'll explore a series of processes, including managing specifications and libraries with Inventor software, and we'll culminate in the creation of final piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) drawings. This approach ensures efficient project management and heightened quality, leading to successful project outcomes and streamlined data integration management.

This session will walk you through an incredibly simple yet powerful workflow that will not only save you time and money but will also give you incredible visuals and models to kick off your projects. We will showcase the integration of AutoCAD Plant 3D software, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Matterport. We will demonstrate how this can be used for collaboration and how to turn your plant into a digital twin.

French engineering firm Artelia faced a challenge in generating secondary supports assembly drawings from AutoCAD Plant 3D software. The default AutoCAD Plant 3D settings were time consuming, and the competitor's solution was costly. Autodesk Consulting developed a new AutoCAD Plant 3D plug-in, leading to a 75% time reduction across Artelia projects, potentially saving approximately 208 days in the first year alone. The plug-in offers a variety of features. It automatically generates orientations and position views in a drawing, which streamlines the design process. It includes auto-annotation of views, making documentation more efficient. The addition of a bill of materials (BOM) and a new graphical user interface further improves user friendliness and functionality. The solution currently works with secondary supports and is beneficial for all AutoCAD Plant 3D users who use orthographic drawings. It can potentially be scaled up to include support for all objects and drawings, and for drawings with auto-dimensioning capabilities.

Unleash your architectural designs' potential with Autodesk Fusion software. This course will explore the powerful features of Fusion , with a key focus on detailing work. Through hands-on exercises and real-world examples, learn how to create precise architectural components and optimize your workflow. This course is perfect for Fusion beginners or those looking to refine their skills. Join us to take your design process to the next level.

Curious about the road ahead for AutoCAD software? Join Autodesk product managers and leaders for AutoCAD to learn about new features and functionality supporting the capabilities and workflows you need to drive more-efficient and more-collaborative projects. Discover how Autodesk is incorporating Autodesk AI into AutoCAD to elevate your design and drafting capabilities. Learn about the strategic insights and decisions driving development directions. Peer into the future of the product you use every day, and engage with Autodesk to help shape that product to better meet your needs and the needs of your company, project teams, and clients.

AutoCAD (& verticals) Plant 3D, and Revit all have different workflows with ACC/BIM 360 projects and the Desktop Connector. After many challenging hours I believe I have finally found a way to explain the various ACC/BIM 360 workflows and would like to share this knowledge with everyone else who's also dealing with all these various workflows and collaboration options. Specifically, I'm going to cover working with Revit, Plant 3D, and Civil 3D (same workflows for AutoCAD) with ACC and/or BIM 360 projects. I'll also cover the Desktop Connector 15 and 16 and the differences we've encountered, good and bad.

Parametric design tools aren't just for programs like Inventor, Revit, InfraWorks, or Civil 3D software; there's a set of parametric drawing tools that you can use to create dynamic relationships and constraints between objects in AutoCAD software as well. The parametric drawing tools will revolutionize the way that you draw and edit objects in AutoCAD. This class will introduce you to parametric drawing in AutoCAD by using both geometric and dimensional constraints to add intelligence to your objects. You will learn how using AutoConstrain and Infer Constraints modes can help you quickly add constraints and change your process from drafting to modeling. If you've ever wanted geometry in your drawing to update based on changes that you've made to other objects, or if you've wanted to type a new value into a dimension and have the object update based on this new value—then this class is for you.

In this presentation, we will illuminate how Autodesk's design tools have revolutionized development endeavours, specifically within the context of our customer's story in Africa. Through real-world examples and proven methodologies, we will illustrate how Autodesk's software solutions are becoming catalysts for progress in diverse sectors across the African continent. By delving into our customer's journey, you will gain an understanding of how these tools are fostering innovation, driving sustainable growth, and addressing unique challenges faced in Africa. We will closely examine how Autodesk's design tools are instrumental in propelling Africa's development in vital sectors such as infrastructure, Data Management, engineering, and manufacturing. This session offers valuable insights into how technology is shaping Africa's future, making it a dynamic and thriving hub of innovation and progress.

AutoCAD Plant 3D vs. Revit software for process mechanical: Which is right for your project? This course is designed to help water and wastewater industry professionals understand the differences, advantages, and disadvantages of Autodesk Plant 3D and Revit for process mechanical piping projects. Learn the key capabilities and workflows of each software package, as well as their strengths and limitations. Get an overview of both applications, a comparison of key features, and workflows for process mechanical design and modeling. Discover how to optimize process mechanical design using each software system. This course will provide practical knowledge to help you choose the most appropriate software for your specific needs. You'll also learn how to effectively use AutoCAD Plant 3D and Revit to streamline your design processes and improve project outcomes.

The new AutoCAD Plant 3D 2024 software has many new features. Some are obvious, others are a bit hidden, but still very important, improving your daily work. Do you want to get information about these new features? Come to this session!

Why be limited to the out-of-the-box Civil 3D pressure network parts lists in your design model? This class will walk through the process of capitalizing on multiple Architecture, Engineering & Construction Collection products, including AutoCAD Plant 3D Spec Editor, Infrastructure Parts Editor, and Content Catalog Editor libraries to generate custom libraries for use in Civil 3D. We'll also review other resources, including creation from scratch using Civil 3D's Part Publishing Wizard and free downloads from the web and Autodesk App Store. These methods will provide you with multiple solutions to expand your part catalogs, resulting in broader project design elements.

Collaboration for AutoCAD Plant 3D software is a great tool for facilitating owner reviews. By keeping the information in the cloud and providing access to owners earlier in the project, it is much easier to implement the changes than it is at a more traditional stage of the project. Learn different strategies for how to use this technology for different types of clients, from those who are familiar with AutoCAD software to those with more of 2D backgrounds. This class utilizes BIM 360 software on the web, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and Navisworks software.

How to use the isometric configuration files for your needs - with a main focus on the isoconfig.xml.

We have a new integrated development environment (IDE)! Let's familiarize ourselves with the most significant update to AutoLISP since receiving VL functions. In this session, you will learn how to create code efficiently using Code Snippets and IntelliSense, and how to debug your new or existing code in AutoCAD software using Visual Studio Code. Let's take advantage of what Visual Studio Code has to offer!

What are your favorite features in AutoCAD software? These are a few of my favorite things. Over the years of teaching AutoCAD software I've built an extensive list of my favorite features and tips. We'll explore features from the beginning of AutoCAD software up to AutoCAD 2015 software. This session is all about me sharing my love and passion for AutoCAD software with you.

Learn how to improve productivity through the development of key concepts and efficient workflows to successfully execute an intelligent plant project with Plant Design Suite. You will learn how to streamline P&ID design, 3D modeling, orthographic and isometric drawing production, project reports, and construction document generation. This class will show you how to utilize the built-in intelligence capabilities and efficiently extract project data. We will cover how to use and customize the intrinsic intelligence capabilities of tags and annotations to simplify project data management. You will also learn how to integrate data from third-party applications into Plant Design Suite projects. We will demonstrate how Plant Design Suite can coordinate across disciplines in order to develop intelligent project drawings and 3D models, including significant pumping, piping, structural, and instrumentation and control elements (for example, set points and alarms).

This presentation will walk you through the workflow of utilizing A360 and BIM 360 Glue software from a perspective of the natural gas industry. Witness the lifecycle from engineering through construction along with the key resource usage and efficiencies. Discuss lessons learned and key items utilized to make these tools successful additions to a Building Information Modeling (BIM) project lifecycle.

As CAD managers, tech managers, designers, and product users, we use AutoCAD software (and AutoCAD-based software) in a variety of ways—from project design requirements through drawing production standards automation and technical support. AutoCAD includes an extensive number of tools that can positively impact productivity by eliminating inconsistencies, assisting with standards conformance, and troubleshooting challenges—all while attempting to avoid errors, budget loss, and risk. Please join us for this class as we discuss six key AutoCAD productivity tips that can help you achieve your efficiency goals—from the single designer, to an entire project design team, to all of the company’s drawing production staff. Let’s explore how you can capitalize on and implement some of AutoCAD software’s advanced productivity tools to gain the upper hand!

Times are tough, budgets are tight, and teams are lean. The past year has been full of heartache—especially for those working in the petrochemical field. Long gone are the days of $100 oil. Nonetheless, facilities are busy and business must continue. Maintaining facilities on a tighter budget means owners are looking for the best possible return on investment. Technology to the rescue! This class will welcome a variety of real-world stories about how engineering firms are benefiting from their investment in reality capture and Autodesk, Inc.’s, reality-computing workflows. Attendees will listen to their peers share stories about the latest trends for extracting value from point clouds in the plant environment and how it is saving their company money. Topics may include point clouds to fabrication, scanning for asset management, verifying new design in the as-built environment, and more. In addition, speakers will show practical demonstrations of how these workflows are accomplished in Autodesk software This session features AutoCAD Plant 3D and ReCap 360.

In this class, you learn how to set up isometrics within AutoCAD Plant 3D design software. You see how you can create your own iso styles, how to use your own symbols, and how to set up your title block. We also cover some tips and tricks outside the comfort of the user interface.