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Learn all you need to know to become an expert TurboCAD Deluxe user.
This comprehensive course takes you from Beginner to Advanced in a single course.
15 Tutorial Sessions, all with multimedia content.
Also suitable for students learning CAD for the first time in a classroom setting, whether at school, college, university or any educational institution.
The Easiest Way to Learn 2D & 3D Computer-Aided Design with TurboCAD Deluxe®
Learning the Basics | 2D
All you’ll ever need to know about the TurboCAD tools used to construct ALL 2-dimensional drawings and 3D designs, including architectural tools. Tools discussed and demonstrated during this session include :
Starting and setting up a new drawing | creating and saving a drawing template.
The Graphical User Interface | controlling and personalizing the appearance of your interface.
Graphical Information | Using the various Information Palettes.
Drawing Aids | Using Layers, Grids and Snap Modes for precision input and drawing control.
Sketch Tools | All the tools you need to create your sketch geometry including Line & Radial Geometry, Curved Lines & Curves and Constraints.
Object Handling | Selecting, manipulating, duplicating and modifying sketch objects.
Spatial Information | Coordinate drawing input and Measurement Information.
Annotation | Dimensions, Leader Arrows, Tolerances, Surface Roughness, Hatching and Text input.
Formatted & External Objects | Includes Groups, Blocks and Libraries. Also instructs on using Externally Referenced Objects.
Drawing Layout | Understanding Model & Paper Space layouts, creating & inserting variable scaled viewports & printing.
File Utilities | ePack, Print Queue and File Converter.
Drawing Utilities | Geo Location, Drawing Compare, Drawing Underlays etc.
Architectural Tools | Interior & Exterior Walls, Door and Window Tools, Drawing a Roof.
Exploring 3D Design
After learning the 2D tools, now proceed to 8 self-paced Worksessions which will introduce you to the world of 3D design.
Over 100 videos are provided in the 15 sessions to demonstrate the activities being presented. Each session begins with a task worksheet with specific instructions about the session.
All sessions are single session, from start to finish, which means drawings can easily be completed in the recommended timeframe.
Projects and practical sessions are also included so you can build your own projects from scratch.
Introduction to all the TurboCAD Deluxe tools to put you on the fast-track for learning.
15 Tutorials containing over 100 task-specific video animations.
Session previews and summaries for a concise review of progress.
Rapid Reference Index for quick location of specific topics.
Audio Assist is provided for hearing impaired users, or for PC’s on which there is no audio equipment.
Includes :
A 690 page pdf Workbook.
A glossy eBook to view the course at a glance.
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A new browser based (HTML) electronic version of the workbook that’s easy to navigate, links to relevant videos, and allows you to save pages to ‘favorites’. You can even right click to look up terms in Google Dictionary, or use Google Translate to translate phrases or entire pages into your own language.
Each Worksession is fully animated and contains step-by-step instructions to guide you through each session.
Fully indexed and cross-referenced 580 page PDF version of the workbook.
In addition to the above, Schools, Colleges & Universities who sign on for our TurboCAD software & online training programs now have FREE access to the equivalent online training and assessment using AutoCAD.
Free online AutoCAD 2D Training Course & Assessments
Provide your students with a wider range of CAD software & learning options.
Do the same online course in TurboCAD AND AutoCAD, with the AutoCAD course being completely free of charge to participating institutions.
All sessions and assessments in AutoCAD & TurboCAD are equivalent, using the latest CAD software.
Please note | AutoCAD application software not included.
Participate in our free Educator Development Programs
Participate in our Educator Development programs when your school is signed in to our Online Learning system.
Submit 4 projects per year to qualify for our Continuing Educator Development training & certification programs.
Completely free of charge providing your school is signed in to our Online Learning system.
Please use the form below if you require more information or if you would like us to contact you.
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IMSI/Design’s Educational Program
IMSI/Design is dedicated to championing the growth and improvement of technology in education. In addition to creating software and support materials that build a solid learning foundation for students of all ages the goal of the IMSI/Design Education Program is to provide students and faculty with a solid foundation of skills and knowledge necessary for success in their professions, curriculums, and for their growth as life-long learners.
IMSI/Design is a leading developer of CAD and precision design software. We publish innovative design tools that inspire students of all ages to learn, brainstorm, plan, innovate, and create. With our products in use in schools and universities worldwide, our award-winning software is revolutionizing learning in education—inspiring students to develop strong thinking and organizational skills to improve their academic performance.
IMSI/Design is proud to announce its latest innovation in TurboCAD training. A mobile, online training resource for TurboCAD 2D and 3D training. Complete this Training & Certification course at a time and place which suits you and qualify in TurboCAD 2D drawing and 3D design. Access your training content 24/7 from ANY browser using your mobile device or laptop.
A mobile, online training resource for TurboCAD 2D and 3D training.
Complete this Training & Certification course at a time and place which suits you and qualify in TurboCAD 2D drawing and 3D design. Access your training content 24/7 from ANY browser using your mobile device or laptop.
Fully animated self-paced Worksessions featuring a TASK DRAWING with detailed, colorful instructions and animated movies on how to complete each task.
Each task contains full instructions in an animated, video format suitable for PC’s Laptops and ALL mobile devices.
Work through each session at your own pace. Lessons are only completed when you say so and can be repeated multiple times.
Each session contains a FULL SESSION MOVIE so you can view the entire drawing being built in a complete sequence.
Worksessions contain PRACTICAL DRAWINGS which allow you to produce a similar drawing using tools which you have learned during the current Worksession.
Complete a simple ASSESSMENT at the end of each task to reach qualification status.
Learn all you need to know to become an expert TurboCAD Pro-Platinum user.
This comprehensive course takes you from Beginner to Advanced in 2 courses.
A highly detailed and illustrated TurboCAD 2D Tools section provides instruction in all the tools needed to produce 2D technical and architectural drawings.
20 fully animated, step-by-step Worksessions in movie-based tutorial format will provide a wide range of 2D drawings and 3D designs including practical sessions at the end of each Worksession.
Seamless progression from 2D Drawing to 3D Design includes a fully comprehensive section on TurboCAD Deluxe 3D Tools which provides all the knowledge needed to produce 3D Designs. Subjects such as the 3D Design Environment, Creating & Extruding Profiles, 3D Objects, Parametric Updates, Boolean Facet, Assembly and 3D Scene tools are covered in a highly detailed, fully illustrated format.
Each session contains a fully detailed Task Drawing & Worksheet with a full ActivityOverview outline at the start of each session.
Each Worksession contains a fully finished example of the Task Drawing and also provides a sample from which to start the Session.
All drawings can be opened in TurboCAD or viewed and downloaded in pdf format.
Each Session is supplied with a full summary of the key features of the tasks at the end of each Worksession.
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24/7 access to your training courses from your tablet, laptop or smartphone at a time which suits you.
Courses follow the exact sequence as a classroom-based course and include online support from your Tutor.
Collaborate with other online learners through the IM forum or browse the forums, wiki and blogs for information.
All course content is available using Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Opera browsers and can be viewed on any mobile device, smartphone or laptop.
All content is fully iOS and Android compatible, including movie formats.
Media-rich content in the form of videos and animated instructions are uploaded regularly and additional free resources and back-catalog sessions are made available to the online student.
Your Course Module progress is recorded as a percentage and any lesson can be revisited if you are not completely satisfied with your overall progress.
When you have completed your training & certification course, a REPORT and CERTIFICATE is automatically produced for you to download or print.
Large file content is not downloaded or installed onto your laptop or PC, saving valuable hard drive resources.
Never lose your software, serial number or authorisation code again. Simply use your login and connect to your courses.
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This 2D | 3D course is designed to be completed in a sequential Lesson Unit
Each Lesson Unit is defined as a Tutorial Session and contains a Task Worksheet at the start of each Lesson Unit providing a detailed overview of the Task.
There is no time limit to completing your Lesson Units and you may repeat any Lesson as many times as you like.
The drawing for each Lesson Unit can be viewed or printed and can be opened using TurboCAD Deluxe.
Practical Drawings are added at the end of most Tutorial Sessions containing tasks which have been discussed and demonstrated in the current Tutorial Session. These practical drawings are not supplied with detailed instructions, but are provided so you can demonstrate your competency and understanding of the tasks completed in the current Tutorial.
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In order to qualify for the online courses, an Assessment should be done at the end of each Lesson Unit.
You may elect to do the Assessment after each Tutorial Session, or you can complete all the Assessments at the completion of your course.
Once you have successfully completed your Assessments, your certificate and report is provided automatically for you to print directly. No waiting for certificates to be posted to you.
A mobile, online training resource for TurboCAD Deluxe 2D and 3D training.
Complete this Training & Certification course at a time a place which suits you and qualify in TurboCAD 2D drawing and 3D design. Access your training content 24/7 from ANY browser using your mobile device or laptop.
15 fully animated self-paced Worksessions featuring a TASK DRAWING with detailed, colorful instructions and animated movies on how to complete each task.
Each task contains full instructions in an animated, video format suitable for PC’s Laptops and ALL mobile devices.
Progress through each session at your own pace. Lessons are only completed when you say so and can be repeated multiple times.
Each session contains a FULL SESSION MOVIE so you can view the entire drawing being built in a complete sequence.
Worksessions contain PRACTICAL DRAWINGS which allow you to produce a similar drawing using tools which you have learned during the current Worksession.
Complete a simple ASSESSMENT at the end of each task to reach qualification status.
A fully detailed and illustrated 690 page pdf or eBook can be accessed and browsed on your mobile device, or printed from your laptop.
Access the TurboCAD Forum and Online User Guides for additional information.
Learn all you need to know to become an expert TurboCAD Deluxe user.
This comprehensive course takes you from Beginner to Advanced in a single course.
A highly detailed and illustrated TurboCAD Deluxe 2D Tools section provides instruction in all the tools needed to produce 2D technical and architectural drawings.
Seven fully animated, step-by-step Worksessions in movie-based tutorial format will provide a wide range of 2D drawings, including practical sessions at the end of each Worksession.
Seamless progression from 2D Drawing to 3D Design includes a fully comprehensive section on TurboCAD Deluxe 3D Tools which provides all the knowledge needed to produce 3D Designs. Subjects such as the 3D Design Environment, Creating & Extruding Profiles, 3D Objects, Parametric Updates, Boolean Facet, Assembly and 3D Scene tools are covered in a highly detailed, fully illustrated format.
Eight fully animated, movie-based 3D Worksessions cover a wide range of designs, including a 5-part assembly using basic to advanced 3D features.
Each session contains a fully detailed Task Drawing & Worksheet with a full ActivityOverview outline at the start of each session.
Each Worksession contains a fully finished example of the Task Drawing and also provides a sample from which to start the Session.
All drawings can be opened in TurboCAD Deluxe, or viewed and downloaded in pdf format.
Each Session is supplied with a full summary of the key features of the tasks at the end of each Worksession.
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24/7 access to your training courses from your tablet, laptop or smartphone at a time which suits you.
Courses follow the exact sequence as a classroom-based course and include online support from your Tutor.
Collaborate with other online learners through the IM forum or browse the forums, wiki and blogs for information.
All course content is available using Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Opera browsers and can be viewed on any mobile device, smartphone or laptop.
All content is fully iOS and Android compatible, including movie formats.
Media-rich content in the form of videos and animated instructions are uploaded regularly and additional free resources and back-catalog sessions are made available to the online student.
Your Course Module progress is recorded as a percentage and any lesson can be revisited if you are not completely satisfied with your overall progress.
When you have completed your training & certification course, a REPORT and CERTIFICATE is automatically produced for you to download or print.
Large file content is not downloaded or installed onto your laptop or PC, saving valuable hard drive resources.
Never lose your software, serial number or authorisation code again. Simply use your login and connect to your courses.
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This 2D | 3D course is designed to be completed in a sequential Lesson Unit
Each Lesson Unit is defined as a Tutorial Session and contains a Task Worksheet at the start of each Lesson Unit providing a detailed overview of the Task.
There is no time limit to completing your Lesson Units and you may repeat any Lesson as many times as you like.
You may set a Lesson as completed when you have finished a Tutorial Session in order to record your progress percentage through your course.
You may redo any lesson as many times as necessary by using the Completed or Not Completed option.
You can also mark your current position in the Learning Unit using the Bookmark option .
The drawing for each Lesson Unit can be viewed or printed and can be opened using TurboCAD Deluxe.
Practical Drawings are added at the end of most Tutorial Sessions containing tasks which have been discussed and demonstrated in the current Tutorial Session. These practical drawings are not supplied with detailed instructions, but are provided so you can demonstrate your competency and understanding of the tasks completed in the current Tutorial.
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[wptabtitle]How it Works | Qualifying[/wptabtitle]
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In order to qualify for the online courses, an Assessment should be done at the end of each Lesson Unit.
You may elect to do the Assessment after each Tutorial Session, or you can complete all the Assessments at the completion of your course.
Once you have successfully completed your Assessments, your certificate and report is provided automatically for you to print directly. No waiting for certificates to be posted to you.
These training guide teach essenetial 2D CAD skills through easy to use, step-by-step sessions.
Contains 10 fully animated, tutorial-based Worksessions providing easy, step-by-step instructions for each Task.
Practical Drawings accompany each Worksession so you can apply your knowledge immediately.
Designed for anyone wishing to learn TurboCAD in a self-paced, structured session format, but is also appropriate for students learning CAD for the first time in a classroom setting, whether at school, college, university or any educational institution.
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Price | R850
This training guide teach essential 3D Design skills through easy to use, step-by-step sessions.
Contains 10 fully animated, tutorial-based Worksessions providing easy, step-by-step instructions for each Task.
Practical Drawings accompany each Worksession so you can apply your knowledge immediately.
Designed for anyone wishing to learn TurboCAD in a self-paced, structured session format, but is also appropriate for students learning CAD for the first time in a classroom setting, whether at school, college, university or any educational institution.
This training guide teach essential 2D Drawing & 3D Design skills through easy to use, step-by-step sessions.
Contains 20 fully animated, tutorial-based Worksessions providing easy, step-by-step instructions for each Task.
Practical Drawings accompany each Worksession so you can apply your knowledge immediately.
Designed for anyone wishing to learn TurboCAD in a self-paced, structured session format, but is also appropriate for students learning CAD for the first time in a classroom setting, whether at school, college, university or any educational institution.
This training guide teach essential 2D Drawing & 3D Design skills through easy to use, step-by-step sessions.
Contains 20 fully animated, tutorial-based Worksessions providing easy, step-by-step instructions for each Task.
Practical Drawings accompany each Worksession so you can apply your knowledge immediately.
Designed for anyone wishing to learn TurboCAD in a self-paced, structured session format, but is also appropriate for students learning CAD for the first time in a classroom setting, whether at school, college, university or any educational institution.
This training guide teach essential 2D Drawing skills through easy to use, step-by-step sessions.
Contains 10 fully animated, tutorial-based Worksessions providing easy, step-by-step instructions for each Task.
Practical Drawings accompany each Worksession so you can apply your knowledge immediately.
Designed for anyone wishing to learn TurboCAD in a self-paced, structured session format, but is also appropriate for students learning CAD for the first time in a classroom setting, whether at school, college, university or any educational institution.
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All Courses available as Software, Downloadable Content, Online Learning and Training & Certification Courses.
Have 24/7 access to your learning content from your laptop or mobile device.
Have permanent and immediate access. No more lost software.
Video tutorials and new content added regularly.
TurboCAD 2D|3D Pro-Platinum Certification & Training
A fully animated step-by-step program in 2D drawing and 3D design.
Price | R1950
20 WorkSessions with movie-based tutorials.
Includes a printable Workbook or eBook.
Perfect for commercial users, schools, colleges & universities.
TurboCAD 2D|3D Deluxe Certification & Training
A fully animated step-by-step program in 2D drawing and 3D design.
Price | R1500
15 WorkSessions with movie-based tutorials.
Includes a printable Workbook or eBook.
Perfect for commercial users, schools, colleges & universities.
AutoCAD 2D
Price | R1200
A fully animated step-by-step program in 3D design.
10 WorkSessions with movie-based tutorials.
Includes a printable Workbook or eBook.
Perfect for commercial users, schools, colleges & universities.
Training & Certification Prices
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Training Guide Prices
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Free Back-Catalog Sessions
The Back Catalog collection contains popular worked examples from previous tutorials produced in earlier editions of TurboCAD.
By collaborating with some of the most successful authors in the world, we are able to offer continually updated content from our Back- Catalog collection, completely free of charge!
System Requirements
Internet connectivity. All course content is available using Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Opera browsers and can be viewed on any mobile device, smartphone or laptop.
A laptop, PC, mobile device or smart phone with an internet browser. All content is fully iOS and Android compatible, include movie formats.
Your current TurboCAD application software, eg, TurboCAD Deluxe, Professional or Platinum.