If you are currently using core AutoCAD functionality to develop controls drawings and you’re interested in the AutoCAD Electrical toolset, this is the class for you. Learn the key functionality of the AutoCAD Electrical toolset, and see the new hot features. This class will be electrifying and have you feeling that spark of love for AutoCAD Electrical.

ObjectARX technology is the premier API (application programming interface) that is supported by AutoCAD software, AutoCAD for Mac software, and the industry-specific AutoCAD software systems. If you need to access APIs that aren't exposed through AutoLISP programming language, if you want to create applications that are optimized for large data sets, or if you need to build efficient applications for Windows and Mac OS, ObjectARX technology may be the most effective API for you. This lecture will help you understand the basics of ObjectARX technology. We will discuss which development tools you need, how to interact with AutoCAD software, and how to create a very simple 'Hello World-esque' project. ObjectARX technology utilizes the C++ programming language, but this session does not require that you know C++. Prior AutoCAD software programming experience with AutoLISP programming language or Microsoft .NET is highly recommended. The second session of this series is a hands-on lab.

If you’ve been wondering how to integrate your electrical and mechanical disciplines to deliver a collaborative and connected design experience, then this is the class for you. We’ll review the real-time data exchange between AutoCAD Electrical software and Inventor software, and all of the associated capabilities that this enables in your electromechanical designs.

Add intelligence to your drawings with attribute data. This class will show you the tools and techniques used to work effectively with block attributes. Learn how to define attributes, redefine existing attribute data, and then take your documentation to the next level by extracting the attribute data to an external file or a table in the drawing.

This session will show you how to use Autodesk products for the complete electromechanical design workflow of a maker project. You'll learn how to use Autodesk Fusion 360 software for the structural and mechanical design, AutoCAD Electrical software for the electrical design, and Inventor software to combine the two into a full electromechanical workflow and wiring harness design.

Why should you be using Dynamic Blocks? Quite simply, Dynamic Blocks can greatly reduce the number of blocks in your library, improving your efficiency. While it does take a little more time up front to create a dynamic block, the timesavings on the back end are well worth the effort! Even better news: if you are a proficient user of AutoCAD software, you should have no problem converting those boring, static blocks into shiny, new, Dynamic Blocks.

Do you want to see what's new in the 2016 release? Join us in a demonstration and discussion about the new tools and features.

So, you have hundreds, and maybe thousands, of standard AutoCAD software drawings that represent your electrical designs, and you’re uncertain about moving to AutoCAD Electrical software because you think you’ll have to redraw all your electrical designs. Well, guess what? You don’t have to. AutoCAD Electrical software ships with conversion tools that enable you to convert the standard AutoCAD entities into smart AutoCAD Electrical content. This class will show you how to use enough of the conversion tools to get you on the right circuit to energize those individual drawings into a project that recognizes all of the drawings that represent your product. This session features AutoCAD Electrical and AutoCAD.

Tired of clicking through the same paths several times a day just to get to default directories? Do you want to help yourself and others store files in the proper directories? This class is for you. We discuss the WD.ENV and WD_M files used to initiate the AutoCAD Electrical software environment and provide default paths for various commands. We also touch on templates and shared environments.

You can use AutoLISP programming language to very effectively manage AutoCAD-software-based products, although the way to do so isn't always obvious. The trick lies in using AutoLISP to control the command vocabulary while eliminating the need for cumbersome profile-based control of plotting, palettes, and device configuration pathing. We'll discuss how to create, delete, and redefine commands; load external executables; load CUIx and workspaces; control system and registry variables; and make your custom functions better behaved by using ERROR functions and declaring a global variable list for network-wide control. Along the way, we'll explore useful VL/VLR functions and code security. We'll present a sample network environment for context, and provide sample files for download after the class. If you've ever wanted to know more about how AutoLISP can help you manage your AutoCAD software tools, you don't want to miss this class.

AutoCAD Electrical software provides many tools to configure the software specifically to the design environment and workflows of your company. Do you have specific folders and paths for your custom files? (Hint: You should!) We’ll show you where to set these for everyone on your design team. We cover the WD.ENV, WD_M.dwg, WD_PNLM.dwg, DEFAULT.WDT, and many other reference files. Tired off making the same old picks and clicks to start your drawings or save custom files? Join us to enter the brave new world of enhance productivity.

This class will be all about programmable logic controls (PLCs), including standalone, fixed, and parametric styles of PLCs. This extravaganza of popular PLC properties will include discussion of the different types of PLCs available in AutoCAD Electrical software, the building of custom PLCs, some tips and hints, and, if we have time, customization of the Spreadsheet to PLC file.

Learn how to set up and use Dynamic Blocks with everyday CAD. This class will show the benefits and abilities of Dynamic Blocks, a newer, powerful feature of AutoCAD software. Dynamic Blocks provide the ability to customize the blocks individually, while still being able to edit the block as you would normally. This class will also discuss the benefits of annotative scaling in the drawing environment using AutoCAD software to automate your scaling and greatly decrease your time with manual annotation, dimensions, text, leaders, and blocks. These 2 newer features of AutoCAD software will increase productivity and decrease time spent on repetitive tasks.

Each release of AutoCAD software translates to bigger and better features, but some old tools have never changed. Scripting is one of these tools. It's still just as powerful today as it was when introduced into AutoCAD software back in the late ‘90s. If you can key in commands at the command line, you can script. If you're not familiar with the Action Recorder, you’ll learn in this class how to create some easy macros to use for increased speed of design. Regardless of your knowledge of scripting or the Action Recorder, you'll go from zero to hero in 60 minutes in this class.

This real-life case study will explore the transformative power of integrating Autodesk's software systems: AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor Cable and Harness, Vault Professional, and Autodesk Fusion 360 Manage Extension. Through live examples, we'll showcase productivity, accuracy, and operational efficiency gains across multiple platforms. Join Alstom and Autodesk's senior consultant as they share first-hand challenges with manual processes and discuss how this solution drives transformative change. This integrated approach minimizes errors, enhances collaboration, and improves project efficiency, avoiding costly delays and rework. Learn benefits and best practices for automating connected 2D to 3D Cable and Harness design within a common data environment and MBOM/EBOM synchronization, emphasizing the importance of a connected workflow throughout a project lifecycle.

AutoCAD mobile is a Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app that lets the same application run on all Windows 10 devices, including Surface and Windows tablets, laptops, and desktops. This blurring of the gap between mobile and desktop gives all users a cohesive experience with mobility in design—the best of both worlds: simplicity and operational ease, with a sensitive-touch interface and complete support for keyboard, mouse, and surface pen. In this class, we will demonstrate how you can boost productivity with the AutoCAD mobile app on Windows 10 devices. We will take a deep dive into the app's core features, including moving files into the app from any kind of storage; working with DWG™, PDF, and DXF files; and bringing mobility to drawings without maintaining multiple copies of the same drawing. We will also take a sneak peek into what's in store for the future with the AutoCAD mobile app on Windows 10 devices, including Microsoft Surface Hub.

Modern electrical design is becoming more modular every day. Instead of individual wires attaching to individual screw terminals, pre-made harnesses are used to provide connections between components. Take this class to learn about the cable and harness tools in AutoCAD Electrical. We cover how to manipulate the tools to provide intelligent reports for rack systems, console interfaces, and other non 'standard' requirements.

Join us for an insightful session designed to introduce and then dive deep into Vault Connector, showcasing its features, functionality, and how it bridges the gap between engineering and enterprise systems. We will start from the overall context of Vault PLM and its value proposition while touching topic of Items & BOMs that will feed into the detailed exploration of Vault Connector. We will wrap up with general Q & A session towards to end. 

In this session, we’ll learn how to make the most of Inventor software and toolsets like AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Mechanical, and AutoCAD Plant 3D software by seamlessly connecting them. We’ll also learn about using tools like Electromechanical Link and Inventor Link to keep 2D and 3D models in sync, ensuring your designs stay updated across all platforms. And we’ll learn how Navisworks software can bring together AutoCAD Plant 3D and Inventor for smoother coordination and collaboration. Whether you’re working on electrical systems, piping layouts, or mechanical components, this session will provide you with practical tips and tricks to keep everything in sync and running smoothly across the team. Additionally, we'll learn how to generate 3D representations of 2D factory layouts using Factory Design Utilities software.

In this presentation we will discuss how to store and manage standard parts (devices) into a library, and how to store standard configurations of those parts into a catalog of controlled circuits in Vault Professional software. We will also talk about how to apply your custom/company standard support files and configuration files, and how to set up for all needed environments. We will also detail various methods for developing a standard workflow for content control and for accessing the latest released content. We'll look at how to hone in on the most effective methodology using AutoCAD Electrical software in a Vault Professional software environment. We’ll place emphasis on a detailed step-by-step presentation approach, and we will allot time for questions and answers so that you will find the presentation useful, regardless of experience with AutoCAD Electrical software and Vault Professional software.