Does anyone know of any local AutoCAD courses?

lou070879 · 10-07-2005, 11:54

Looking for a short 1/2 week intensive CAD course in or around Sheffield - does anyone know of any info?

Thanks

Rich · 10-07-2005, 12:00

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Originally posted by lou070879
Looking for a short 1/2 week intensive CAD course in or around Sheffield - does anyone know of any info?

Thanks

Try the local Colleges mate.. It's possible the new Hillsborough one might do courses like that.. I'm hoping they'll carry on the MS Visual Basic courses from Parson Cross.. Unlikely though, stupid arsing Sheffield College and their outdated IT software.. Did you know they still use WordPerfect to teach word processing?!

Strix · 10-07-2005, 17:51

There's a CAD suite in the castle college site - block F. I assume they do the courses there, but I know they're used for some of the engineering stuff.

I wasn't keen on the set up of the system though, and the tutors were downright rude and offensive when I had occasion to speak to them.

Hope you find what you're looking for Lou

What is it you need it for? (it's a complex package that has far more stuff built in than you will need, so it's important to ensure you get what you need out of your course)

Strix · 10-07-2005, 18:07

http://my.sheffcol.ac.uk/index.cfm

Sorry I can't be more specific, but it's one of those sites that doesn't work that way

lou070879 · 11-07-2005, 09:46

Thanks Strix - much appreciated.

BoppinBruce · 11-07-2005, 09:48

Ask for Mark at Sigmagraphics, he might be able to help

RazorSHarp · 11-07-2005, 09:52

Are you looking to do this privately or via your business??

Hadron · 11-07-2005, 11:08

I did CAD as part of my HNC in electrical engineering. This was done as a unit, so two hours per week for the year.

Theres alot to take in and raises lots of questions so doing an intensive course may raise more questions than answers.

Strix · 11-07-2005, 22:47

I agree with Hadron Lou. Sending you a PM

bertie749 · 16-01-2006, 19:37

Hiya,

My BF is looking to start an Autocad course but due to his forsight has missed the usual options of doing a college course.

Can anyone suggest another route to go down. He has heard of a company called Square Mile Training, has anyone heard of this company or can suggest a simlar company in sheffield.

Thanks for any assistance given

wibbles · 16-01-2006, 19:52

Try www.autodesk.co.uk
Autocad falls under their umbrella of programs and they will be able to point you in the direction of authorized training centres which are more likely to offer the fast track training that you require as opposed to a technical college...and they are more up to date with the most recent releases.
Alternatively if there is something specific you would like to know to get you started then pm me back and I'll see if I can help.
Be warned..the courses can be quite pricey.

bazjea · 16-01-2006, 19:55

Square Mile training is/was a part of Sheffield College

Hal9001 · 16-01-2006, 20:18

The company I work for use this company and they are very good but not cheap.

http://www.cadassist.co.uk/

wendygs · 17-01-2006, 07:27

Think Sheffield Hallam University's IT training Unit also runs a course.

bertie749 · 17-01-2006, 09:12

Thanks everyone for their help given ......

I will follow up on leads

Rich · 17-01-2006, 09:22

Square Mile went bust late last year..

Good job I got out of the ECDL course I was doing through them then....

They sucked anyway, proper useless they were.

jumperjohn · 17-01-2006, 09:46

Hello-
Have you thought of private tuition?

I use Autocad 2006 daily and have had Autodesk accredited training on Autocad 2004 and Autocad 2006. It was very expensive but i'm sure I could teach you what you need to know for a fraction of the cost!

I hold an Engineering degree and I'm a very patient teacher- PM if you're interested!

bondy · 17-01-2006, 11:21

Doncaster College are approved AutoCAD trainers, you can do a variety of courses there.

Check out this website http://www.ictacademy.co.uk/AutoCAD/default.htm

bertie749 · 17-01-2006, 18:46

Hiya,

me again ..... ok now he is thinking of doing something called ''Pro-engineer'' instead. has anyone used or heard of this program and what are the differences between that and Autocad. ( ie which one is better in the industry)

Thanks everyone again for their feedback

jumperjohn · 18-01-2006, 08:14

Hello-
Autocad is predominantly 2D drafting, Pro-Engineer is a 3D modelling package.
Autocad is the industry norm, there are other 2D drafting packages but Autocad is the main software used by companies.
As said before, Pro-Engineer is used for 3D modelling. This is used in industry to provide 3D drawings of i.e. component detail/assembly. This is excellent for all sorts of reasons but the main is to provide a clear image of what the manufactured part will look like by being able to revolve the item on its axis in a virtual state. It also provides a clear view of whether the part will fit within other parts, reducing re-work. It can also be used to create 2D ‘working ‘ drawings.
Unlike Autocad, there are many different 3D packages used in industry, which brings a problem of which 3D package to learn.
Personally I would choose the 2D route, more scope for gaining employment, and learn 3D at a later stage. I advise that he gets a copy of Autocad and practises too, it’s ok to go to college to learn but unless used it’s easily forgotten.
Hope this helps!