Are you an AutoCAD beginner, who can handle basic drafting, but want to move your skills to the next level? Do you want to know how to comfortably work with advanced polyline tools, attributed blocks, layer filters, and external references so you can be a more proficient drafter? Then this class is for you!Multi-day: October 21, 28, November 4 & 11, 2026 | 1:00 – 3:00PM ET | 7:00 – 9:00AM HSTThis is a beginner level course.Course CurriculumSession 1: Working with Polylines•2D Polyline Advanced Controls•Polyline Editing Tools•Polyline System Settings•Working with 3D PolylinesSession 2: Working with Blocks and Attributes•Block Definition Controls•Using the Block Editor•Defining Attributes•Combining Blocks and Attributes•Editing AttributesSession 3: Advanced Layer Controls and Filters•Layer Toolbars and Access•Understanding Layer Controls•Working with Property Filters•Working with Group Filters•Layer Controls via ViewportSession 4: Working with Xrefs and Underlays•Understanding Xref Concepts•Overlay vs. Attachment Xrefs•Xref Pathing and Controls•Working with Underlays (PDF, DGN, DWF)
Meet the Instructor:
Cyndy Davenport has been in the AEC industry for 30+ years in the area of design and technology solutions. Most recently, as a technology specialist, she has provided implementation services and technical support for strategic software directives such as virtual design and visualization for civil engineers and company communication and collaboration platforms.Ms. Davenport’s experience prior to consulting is in civil engineering design, surveying, and construction. Her project experience includes site planning and overall infrastructure design (streets and utilities) in the federal, commercial, industrial, and residential markets, as well as highly specialized alignment design such as oil and gas pipelines, duct banks, and transportation development.Ms. Davenport’s technology proficiency also relates to laser scanning, GIS initiatives, BIM interoperability, and visualization harnessing the interoperability of AutoCAD & Civil 3D, Infraworks, Revit, ArcGIS, and TwinMotion. Her endeavors have also involved me with Autodesk Gold Support, network administration, CAD management, project management, and software customization.On the side, Ms. Davenport has co-authored three books that have been used as texts in many universities: Mastering Civil 3D 2014, 2015, and 2016. She has also served as an instructor in past years at Autodesk University.
ZenTek Consultants
Multi-day: October 21, 28, November 4 & 11, 2026 | 1:00 – 3:00PM ET | 7:00 – 9:00AM HST
GCA Member: $525
Non-Member: $725
Cancellation Policy: A full refund will be given to cancellations made 10 calendar days prior to the class kick-off. After such time, no refunds will be given. Replacements are acceptable and must be submitted via email to gca@gcahawaii.org.
GCA reserves the right to cancel programs up to 10 days prior to the start date if a minimum number of attendees is not met.
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