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Getting Started with MicroStation

by Eric DeLeon

MicroStation is one of the most widely-used CAD programs in the world. This course will teach you the basics of using MicroStation, including using general tools, user interface, acquiring element information, and more. Software required: MicroStation.

What you'll learn

This course, Getting Started with MicroStation, will take you from the basics to being productive using Microstation. First, you'll get familiar with the Microstation user interface, how to work with general tools, and then learn how to acquire element information. Next, you'll learn how to define elements and change element attributes as well as how to use view controls, view attributes, and level display to control the display of design and drawing files. Lastly, you'll learn to configure and use AccuDraw and AccuSnap. When you're finished with this MicroStation course, you'll have the foundational skills needed to start creating your own design and drawing file from scratch. Software required: MicroStation.

About the author

Eric DeLeon isn’t your typical “CAD Guy". With an 18+ year career spanning both public and private sectors, Eric has a broad drafting, design, marketing, technology, and management background that encompass work within civil engineering, industrial design, marketing, and new technology environments. He has worn many hats in his career – industrial designer, structural engineering technician, 3D/LiDAR Specialist, Creative Production Specialist, CADD Manager, and Director of LiDAR Technology res... more

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