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DesignCAD 3D Max 17 Training CD | Get the edge on learning DesignCADâ„¢ 3D MAX Version 17
3D Modelling or 2D Drafting in DesignCAD 3D Max is a snap! This tutorial will show you how to make the most of DesignCAD 3D Max's 2D drafting and 3D solid modelling features.
Here's What You'll Learn
If you’re new to using CAD, this tutorial is made just for you. It will help you to become familiar with DesignCAD 3D MAX Version 17 so you can easily start drawing. The training CD provides approximately 5 hours of training, starting with an overview and gradually introducing the basic tools of DesignCAD 3D MAX.
Getting Started: Drafting in DesignCAD
Gain familiarity with the DesignCAD User Interface
Get tips on how to use hotkeys
Learn how to change an entities colour
Learn the basics of X, Y and Z coordinates
Learn about drawing to scale
Learn about unit conversions
Learn how to use DesignCAD's many editing tools
Learn how to convert drawings from 2D to 3D
Learn how to toggle between 2D and 3D mode

Powerful 2D Drafting - Advanced
DesignCAD 3D Max v17 makes drafting easy. The Training CD covers:
2D Drafting using lines, arcs circles and, more!
Drafting a Deck
Trim Tools
Drawing an Array
Mirror Command
Group Explode
Line Snap Commands
Hatch Patterns
New Perimeter Command
New Multiline Text and Edit Multiline Text
AutoCAD® Compatibility
Dimensioning
Drawing Orthogonally

3D Solid Modelling
The training CD continues to cover the following topics:
Differences between 2D & 3D Mode
Create a Table in 3D
Cylinders
Circular Array
Center of Gravity
Set the Drawing Handle
Shade
Making Extrusions, Sweeps, Arrays and other surfaces
Using 2D Drafting Commands in 3D Mode
Rendering and 3D Viewing of Models
New Features in v17
Learn about these features new to DesignCAD 3D Max v17.
Measure a Perimeter
Multiline Text
New Trim Features
Rendering Enhancements that work with OpenGL
New Quadrant Snap
Surface patch enhancement
Circle Tangent to a Line
Dimension Enhancements
See Updated Toolbars
Use Enhanced Fillet command

Plus! Bonus Lessons
Embellishing a Deck Design
Drawing a Grandfather Clock
Creating a 3D Spiral Staircase
Further System Requirements
Super VGA display 800x600
4X CD-ROM Drive
System Requirements
Windows 2000, XP
Pentium II class processor
128 MB of RAM
55 to 220 MB of free hard disk space depending on accessory applications installed
64+ MB of swap space
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