IMAGINiT Technologies Industry News

Autodesk Helps Micromidas Transform Organic Waste into Biodegradable Plastics

Micromidas, Inc., is using software from Autodesk to design processing plants that convert organic wastewater into biodegradable and recyclable bioplastics.

The Autodesk Clean Tech Partner Program — which provides software grants for emerging clean tech companies in North America and Europe — helped Micromidas accelerate design of its processing plants and equipment through Digital Prototyping technology, including Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Algor Simulation, Autodesk Showcase and Autodesk Vault Professional software.

Photos from the Autodesk 2011 Seize the Opportunity Event in Vancouver

Here are photos from the Autodesk Seize the Opportunity Event hosted by IMAGINiT in Vancouver, May 12, 2010. Thank you if you joined us at any of our events. If you couldn't make a live session, we have several industry specific webcasts archived. Check them out today!

Autodesk and Project Lead the Way Collaborate to Help Educate K-12 Students

Autodesk announced it is entering into a five-year agreement with Project Lead the Way (PLTW), the nation’s leading provider of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM)

PLTW’s curriculum engages hundreds of thousands of middle-school and high-school students through hands-on activities while providing a proven path to academic and professional success in STEM fields. Students can apply what they learn in math and science classes to real-world problems across multiple disciplines, including architectural design, civil and mechanical engineering, and animation. The organization’s project-based learning program emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity and innovative reasoning, while fostering a love of learning. The program has been lauded for its innovative curriculum, teacher training and connection to college course credits.

Autodesk Launches Get Current Promotion - Save up to 50% on Autodesk 2011 Software

There's never been a better time to get current and discover the incredible capabilities of the latest Autodesk software. The latest Autodesk® 2011 software helps you:

• Deliver projects faster and more cost effectively, with fewer errors.
• Design, visualize and simulate your most innovative ideas digitally.
• Work easily with Microsoft Windows® 7, as well as Vista® and XP®.

And when you act before July 18, 2010, you'll also take care of your next upgrade at a very attractive price. So don't wait. Make your move now.

In addition, we have also added or updated several other Autodesk related promotions, including:

• Autodesk Inventor LT and AutoCAD Inventor LT Suite $350 New Seat Rebate
• AutoCAD Inventor LT Suite Migration Promotion
• Media & Entertainment $200 New Seat Rebate
• e-SPECS Promotions

Photos from the Autodesk 2011 Seize the Opportunity Event in Calgary

Here are photos from the Autodesk Seize the Opportunity Event hosted by IMAGINiT in Calgary, May 11, 2010. Event featured what's new in the Autodesk 2011 software releases. Portland next week!

ASCENT - Center for Technical Knowledge Receives Autodesk Certification for Inventor 2011 Training Guides

RAND Worldwide®, a global leader in providing technology solutions to organizations with engineering design and information technology requirements, announced today that its courseware division, ASCENT – Center for Technical Knowledge®, has received Autodesk Inventor 2011 Certification, and has also released the following training guide for Autodesk Inventor 2011 mechanical design and engineering software: Autodesk Inventor 2011: Advanced Part Modeling.

• Official Press Release

IMAGINiT Technologies uses ASCENT course materials for many of our class offerings.

Download Lynn Allen's AutoCAD 2011 Tips and Tricks Booklet

via lynn.blogs.com

Lynn Allen's AutoCAD 2011 Tips and Tricks booklet from the AutoCAD Exchange. This booklet contains all the details on the new features inside of AutoCAD 2011 (as well as AutoCAD 2010).

ASCENT Publishes Autodesk Official Training Guides

RAND Worldwide®, a global leader in providing technology solutions to organizations with engineering design and information technology requirements, announced today that its courseware division, ASCENT- Center for Technical Knowledge®, will publish 18 courseware training manuals that have been designated as Autodesk Official Training Guides, covering a variety of Autodesk 2011 products.

Following is the list of 2011 titles by ASCENT that have been designated Autodesk Official Training Guides:

• AutoCAD 2011 - Advanced
• AutoCAD 2011 - Update for 2009 Users
• AutoCAD 3D 2011 - Drawing & Modeling
• AutoCAD Architecture 2011 - Advanced
• AutoCAD Architecture 2011 - Fundamentals
• AutoCAD Electrical 2011 - Fundamentals
• AutoCAD LT 2011 - Essentials
• AutoCAD Civil 3D 2011 - Survey Fundamentals - Field to Finish
• Autodesk Inventor 2011 - Advanced Assembly Modeling
• Autodesk Inventor 2011 - Advanced Part Modeling
• Autodesk Inventor 2011 - Sheet Metal Design
• Autodesk Revit Architecture 2011 - BIM Management
• Autodesk Revit Architecture 2011 - Collaboration Tools
• Autodesk Revit Architecture 2011 - Conceptual Design
• Autodesk Revit Architecture 2011 - Site and Structural Design
• Autodesk Revit Structure 2011 - Fundamentals
• Autodesk Revit Structure 2011 - Intermediate
• Autodesk Vault 2011 - Data Management for Inventor Users

• Official Press Release

IMAGINiT Technologies uses ASCENT course materials for many of our class offerings.

Autodesk Announces New Design Software Solutions for Education Market

Autodesk has unveiled eight industry-oriented software suites to help students learn core design and engineering skills. The suites contain the full range of Autodesk 2D and 3D design software tools used by professionals worldwide. The bundled packages encourage a multidisciplinary educational approach, helping faculty teach key concepts that help prepare students for rewarding careers in architecture, engineering and the digital arts.

The suites consist of the 2011 versions of 21 industry-leading Autodesk products, including AutoCAD; AutoCAD Civil 3D; Autodesk 3ds Max Design; Autodesk Alias Design; Autodesk Inventor; Autodesk Maya; and Autodesk Revit Architecture. The improved features and functionality of these products help aspiring design professionals explore design ideas and learn about key concepts and industry trends such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), Sustainable Design, Digital Entertainment Creation and Digital Prototyping, helping to improve their competitive advantage in the workplace.

Autodesk 2011 Product Seize the Opportunity Webcasts Scheduled

If you could not attend our city events, it's not too late!

Here is your chance to preview all the new ways that Autodesk® 2011 software can help you transform your business challenges into new opportunities. Right at your own desk.

You'll see firsthand how Autodesk 2011 software can help you design, visualize and simulate ideas in the digital world — before they're in the real one. With faster speed, greater power and more flexibility than ever before.

You'll receive expert guidance through intuitive webcast demonstrations highlighting the latest functionality. These demos will give you the tools to help you exceed your clients' expectations now — and in the future.