Siemens Mobility GmbH developed a whole workflow from digital track capturing using laser scanner technique to the creation of an infrastructure 3D model containing all relevant signaling assets. One of the main businesses for Siemens Mobility is the design, construction, and installation of signaling. The solution shows how automated data-preparation processes and interfaces help to combine different data sets in a way that helps cross-project teams understand and make use of the information easier and quicker. The focus of this class is based on demonstrating the benefits and added value arising from this solution, as well as a high-level overview of the processes supporting the different required use cases: digital track capturing, 3D visualization of the rail track with all assets, documentation, and train driver simulation. These processes make use of AutoCAD Civil 3D software, InfraWorks software, BIM 360 Field software, BIM 360 Document Management software, Maya software, Unity, and Forge.

AREP is an international architecture firm providing complete services from programming to facilities management assistance. BIM offers a unique opportunity to work far upstream on the needed level of information for its integration into the digital model, allowing proper configuration of CMMS tools. AREP includes BIM specifications for facility management handover within its standard scope of services. This requirement of specifications also extends to existing buildings. We will present the results of experiments carried out on existing train stations (reverse-engineering) and new train stations that have enabled us to evaluate and quantify the gains expected for facilities management operations.

This class will present attendees with a solid understanding from several customer experiences with Field Asset Management software and include a discussion on best practices. In collaboration with a number of customers in the utilities (electric, water, communications, and gas), wewe will discuss field asset issues and solutions for utilities including field inspections and data collection; image and content capture for ReCap 360 software models directly from the field; and integration and synchronization with enterprise databases, including geographic information system (GIS). For the panel we will have at least 2 customers attending and 1 or more available remotely by webcam to discuss important issues in 3 broad categories: training and human factors for field workers; best practices for InfraWorks 360 Field Asset software; and IT requirements, including integration standards and security.

Generative design, Internet of Things, deep learning, advanced visualization, and cloud-based collaboration are all technologies that Autodesk, Inc., is pioneering to facilitate its customers in the imagining, designing, and creating of a better world. But how can these technologies disrupt the current education model? This session will facilitate an energetic and informational discussion among industry experts and educators.

As architects and designers we are always looking for more advanced ways to share and explore our designs with the client. With the introduction of gaming engines into the architecture industry it has allowed architects more flexibility in how they design and create a more unified collaborative approach with the client. The success of adopting gaming engines into the industry relies heavily on adoption of the software in an already challenging design workflow, from allowing for maximum adaptability as the design changes to creating an optimized experience within the software for client integration and understanding. In this class we will look at CallisonRTKL as a case study, in how we have approached the software and identified the key challenges that are faced in the industry across multiple disciplines, from hospitality, urban planning and Retail, how to overcome them, and how to create seamless integration from BIM models to Unreal for maximum flexibility for the design team.

This class will cover the method that Nabholz used to successfully roll out a company-wide mobile information platform. We will walk through the options explored and decisions made regarding who needs to lead the implementation, what features to roll out first, when the rollout should be complete, and where in the company the rollout should occur—as well as how you get started, get everyone trained, and know when you’re done and ready to roll out additional features.

Are you an Industrial Designer looking to add light or color or sound to an object?Are you a mechanical engineer looking to add sensors or motion control to a system?Are you an architect looking to transform spaces by controlling the room around you?If so, this course is for you!

This course is an intro to electronics design using Autodesk EAGLE and focuses on practical electronics for the non-EE.Spend 60 minutes learning about the design and fabrication of the most fundamental of elements in any electronic system, the Printed Circuit Board (PCB).In this course, we will learn what a PCB is and even design our own PCBs from scratch.We will learn the range of modular electronics options available which simplify electronics design and make design accessible for non-engineers.

With COVID-19, many project teams and their BIM (Building Information Modeling) managers found themselves working remotely and separated from each other for the first time. Working remotely is one thing—supporting a remote team while managing a BIM project is another challenge. To start, companies need to reopen the debate about moving projects to people rather than moving people to projects. As companies become more agile and upgrade their technology, it is also important to assemble teams that are capable of working in remote environments. When supporting teams remotely, BIM managers need to understand the factors that can make remote work incredibly demanding. Otherwise, their newly remote teams may experience declines in performance and engagement, especially in the absence of training and support. These changes require a change of mindset and operating model. Join this class to find out how you can manage and support a diverse workforce in a more fluid and integrated way.

 Making and Learning coupled with academia’s culture of research and development has traditionally been the cornerstone of higher education especially at the graduate level. This tradition is however changing and the culture of innovation is beginning to spread across other levels of education ranging from secondary up through postsecondary. Students and educators empowered with cheaper and easily available digital technologies are inventing new computing solutions for various applications. Autodesk’s recently introduced Forge platform helps students and educators nurture innovative ideas and transform them into real and viable solutions. Forge offers academic entrepreneurs a network of experts, a rich community of practice, software development platform and resources to catalyze innovation.   Join this panel presentation and learn how educators and students have already benefitted from Forge’s features to enable the Future of Making.

Implementing new technologies in your company is always a challenge. Everything from getting approvals, licensing, training, testing and failing are just a part of the process. Once you get it right, then you need to document your findings and train your staff. In this case study you will learn about some of the business and technical challenges of a CFD implementation project in Costa Rica’s largest MEP Design Firm. After a brief introduction to CFD, we will cover how to get support from management, how to get appropriate training, documentation and other resources to help you get started. Finally, we will explore some of the difficulties encountered in implementing CFD and the strategies adopted to overcome them. This class will feature a real world forced ventilation example for basements as a case study.

Design products faster and get better results by learning how Fusion 360 software's modeling tools work under the hood. In this class, we'll describe best practices and advanced features in Fusion 360 software's Model, Patch, and Sculpt toolsets; provide modeling workflow tips and tricks; and explain how to avoid and overcome bad modeling practices. Come and learn how to improve your day-to-day modeling workflows and become an expert in Fusion 360 modeling.

Autodesk Vehicle Tracking is much more than just vehicle swept path analysis. Come join us in this hands-on lab to find out for yourself how Vehicle Tracking in Civil 3D and InfraWorks can improve your project decision making. Vehicle Tracking allows even beginner users to make educated decisions concerning their individual projects. During this lab, we'll explore all the functions of Vehicle Tracking and design the following: starting a project in InfraWorks and then importing it into Vehicle Tracking to design a parking lot ; ensure our project design meets city standards; utilize the Vehicle Tracking information for detailed grading design; create a roundabout within the project; and much, much more. After this hands-on lab, you will have gained new skills that you can take back to the office and show others the many different ways to use Vehicle Tracking software, Civil 3D and InfraWorks. This session features Vehicle Tracking, AutoCAD Civil 3D and InfraWorks

In this interactive session, we will discuss how workflows are evolving with the cloud. We will discuss the difference between workflows that are procedural and those that mirror company processes. We will also discuss how training workflows can become job resource tools and vice versa. This interactive session will explore your custom training options and demonstrate how modern technology provides the opportunity to have the best of all worlds—the unique corporate knowledge of your own subject matter experts and lower cost than that involved in retaining a traditional training firm or funding in-house trainers. This session will show attendees how to improve both training development and effectiveness with just-in-time knowledge capture, course development, and learning options. This enables high-billable-rate professionals (both subject matter experts and their staff) to be project-ready on demand. And that all makes your company more competitive in future project bids.

Hansen Yuncken, Australia’s largest private general contractor, was the first in Australia to successfully complete an enterprise implementation of BIM 360 Field software, spanning over 100 projects in a single year. A more strategic and consistent approach has achieved greater returns and assurance through a streamlined system with integration to corporate systems achieving transparency and enterprise analytics. This session will cover best practices and skills learned from Hansen Yuncken’s approach to the implementation of BIM 360 Field software. It will cover techniques and the importance in the development of standardized project templates to support streamlined project establishment and organizational consistency. Learn some of the core concepts within the application that supports user efficiency in the field, along with training strategies to support all user levels. We will provide an introduction on the benefits and efficiencies achieved from enterprise system integration.

The BIM 360 products provide project teams with a range of options for project collaboration that differ from the traditional ways of conducting business and can intimidate new users. This class will focus on the development and advantages of a collaborative learning exercise between industry partners and academic institutions, with the goal of exposing students to real-world collaborative experiences they will face as they begin their careers in the architecture, engineering, construction, and owner-operated (AECO) industry. Learn how industry partners have the opportunity to push the boundaries of their BIM 360 utilization in a no-risk environment, while affording new employees valuable experience. Academics Nathan Blinn and Dr. Raymond Issa-with David Epps, director of construction technology for Winter Construction-will share their experiences with BIM 360 software, while providing a customizable blueprint for the development of your own BIM 360 learning exercise, complete with lessons learned and learning objectives.

Autodesk, Inc., is dedicated to helping students develop the skills they need to design a better, more sustainable world. Partnering with educators worldwide, we support the educational integration of design thinking to build critical 21st-century skills such as innovation, collaboration, ideation, and iteration—preparing students for their future careers. In this keynote session, you will hear from Dr. Randy Swearer, vice president of education at Autodesk, and discover his vision for future designers. Understand how Autodesk is inspiring creativity and innovation in the next generation, preparing them to design and build a better world. Get inspired, and bring this creative movement back to your academic courses, or as a mentor to students in your area.

Nine months ago Swinerton Incorporated’s IT Group was primarily focused on making technology tools and services available to our employees from a purely technical perspective. In order to continue our industry-leading position in project execution, we knew that we needed to embed more of our business processes into the delivery of IT services. The traditional understanding of what IT was responsible for delivering was thrown out of the window. We transformed the Information Technology Group to the Business Technology Group, with a significant emphasis on providing business support and training to get the highest return on our technology investments. As one of the most widely used tools on our job sites, BIM 360 Glue software and BIM 360 Field software got immediate attention under this new promotion, support, training, and cost-recovery strategy. From the "Country Club" cost-recovery model to our partnership with our virtual design and construction (VDC) and quality-control managers, learn how Swinerton is assuring our BIM 360 software return on investment.

Join Quentin Contreras (Autodesk) and Scott Hallmark (Applied Software) for a hands-on lab for creating AutoCAD Plant 3D projects in BIM 360 Team and Fusion Team (formerly A360 Team).

This course will cover effective practices for project managers, architects, engineers, and designers working on Building Information Modeling (BIM) projects for all areas of architecture, structure, and MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) systems. Learn how AutoCAD software and Revit software have altered the traditional design workflows and processes, and discover how to manage the disruptive changes. The course will cover pre-project planning, as well as deal with project content and understanding what tools can really help a project's bottom line. We'll also review key CAD and BIM standards, and explore where Revit software alters typical project tasks for higher levels of development. The course is well suited for the first-time manager and experienced user. If you're ready for an energetic, fast-paced class that packs in a lot of information, then sign up early and often.

Whether your company has a rich history with Building Information Modeling (BIM) or you've recently decided to take the plunge, developing and maintaining internal training is a tall order. BuroHappold Engineering New York has developed a thorough yet practical internal training program for Revit software and Dynamo software for its offices worldwide, and the company would like to share the outcome of the challenges that it faced along the way. With 90% of the projects in the New York office being Revit based, new engineers have a limited amount of time to adjust to the technology and the corresponding company standards. This demand placed an enormous amount of pressure on the firm's BIM team to create a training program that was fast, furious, and efficient. Attendees of this presentation will leave with a clear understanding of the steps necessary for ensuring that engineers are ready to hit the ground running in Revit projects.