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JHB course dates
- 19 October 2026
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Our courses are available in person at our accredited Cape Town facility.
We also offer live online sessions, giving you the flexibility to learn from anywhere while still benefiting from real-time guidance and support.
Our courses are available in person at our accredited Durban facility.
We also offer live online sessions, giving you the flexibility to learn from anywhere while still benefiting from real-time guidance and support.
Duration
4 Days
Hours
8:30 – 16:00
Skill Level
Intermediate – Advanced
SACAP/SAIAT
0 Credits
ECSA/SAICE
4 Credits
SAIMECHE
Topics covered
- Understand the process of 3D modeling and extracting 2D documentation from a model in the Autodesk Advance Steel software.
- Navigate the Autodesk Advance Steel interface.
- Work with 3D viewing tools.
- Review helpful AutoCAD tools.
- Work with the User Coordinate System (UCS).
- Use the Autodesk Advance Steel Modify commands.
- Add structural grids.
- Create levels.
- Model columns and beams and add bracing.
- Create connections using the Connection Vault.
- Create special parts.
- Verify models using Clash Checking tools.
- Modify a drawing prototype.
- Work within the Drawing Style Manager.
- Create custom connections.
- Create plates and add bolts, anchors, and welds.
- Add grating and cladding.
- Model ladders, stairs, and railings.
- Create concrete objects such as footings.
- Number objects.
- Extract 2D drawings from the model using Drawing Styles and Drawing Processes.
- Review and modify 2D drawings using the Document Manager.
- Modify 2D details with parametric dimensions.
- Revise models and drawings.
- Create BOM lists.
- Export data to .NC and .DXF files.
Course prerequisites
Experience with 3D modeling is recommended.
Who should attend
- Structural Engineers
- Technologists
- Technicians
- Detailers
- Draughtsman