July, 12 - August, 30   Virtual/Fort Wayne Classroom

Inventor Level I Training Training Length of Course Online or in-classroom time: 32 hours total, including 60 days of post-class mentoring (via phone, webconferencing and e-mail) Each Class is limited to a maximum of 10 Students. This class will be held on consecutive Tuesdays. Class Description This class, taught by Dennis Jeffrey, Autodesk Inventor Certified Expert, covers part and assembly modeling in Autodesk Inventor 2011/2012. Basic understanding of drawings and presentations is included in the class. Class includes: Attendance in Tekni Classroom or live Via Adobe Connect Virtual classroom One Year student free retake guarantee. Not applicable to customized classes. One on One instructor/ student mentoring during class duration, and for 60 days after completion. Ample time is available for question and answers every session Courseware, sample files and assignments. Certificate for successful completion of classes and exercises. Discounts available to training alumni and software purchasers. Prerequisites/Student Participation: Familiarity with drafting principles is recommended. Working knowledge of Windows user interface, commands and file structure is highly recommended. Student interaction during class is expected. Completion of assignments is required for certificate. Recommended: Tekni Inventor New User seminar Hardware/Software Requirements for Internet based students: Properly configured CAD System with Windows 2000, XP, or Vista (with compatible Autodesk software) Sound card and speakers or optional headset for bidirectional voice communication. No telephone call-in required. Hi-Speed Internet Access (DSL, Cable, FIOS or other Broadband Access is recommended). 1280x1024 Full color resolution or higher, recommended. Preferences: 17" or larger monitor. Optionally, dual monitors will provide the best experience, your Inventor session on one monitor, the course on a second monitor. Most modern computer systems and laptops support dual monitors. Our technical support can assist you in advance setup. Full Installation of Inventor 2011/2010 Suite, properly configured. Pro and personal learning versions acceptable as well. Version compatible Mechanical Desktop or AutoCAD Mechanical also recommended, but not required. Microsoft Office or Microsoft Excel is required for full functionality. Course Outline: Data File Management Project File Configuration and Libraries Autodesk Inventor interface and command layout Concepts of 3D ModelingViewing commands Creating and editing parts Sketched, placed and work features Dimensional and geometric constraints Basic parameters and equations Introduction to Assembly Modeling In Place part creation/editing Constraining assemblies Using Design Views and Level of Detail Styles and Standards Presentations Creating and editing part drawings Dimensioning and annotating drawing views Parts Lists and Bill Of Materials Content Center and iPart creation and use iFeatures Inventor Sheet Metal Basics Generating Flat Patterns Part and assembly reuse Advanced Part features Creating and using Weldments Using Functional Design Components Adaptive features and parts Data Exchange and translations Surfaces and the Construction Environment Utilizing 3D Sketches Key Benefits Upon completion, the user will be able to create accurate parts and assemblies and understand the basic functions of 3D Modeling in Autodesk Inventor®. User will receive a certificate of completion and 60 days of personal online and phone mentoring to insure retention and overall success. Tekni Consulting LLC Virtual/Fort Wayne Classroom

July, 13   Virtual/Fort Wayne Classroom

Introduction to Surface Modeling Workshops Introduction to Surface Modeling This is a part of a series of skill builder sessions for users of Autodesk Inventor 2011/2012. Class will be taught by Dennis Jeffrey, Autodesk Inventor Certified Expert. This skill builder provides excellent information, and leads into a question-and-answer session regarding the topic. This 2 hour workshop is presented live in the Tekni Learning Center in Fort Wayne. This class will also be simulcast via Adobe Connect Pro Laptops are welcome in the classroom. Lunch and door prizes will be provided to attendees at the Learning Center.  Registration is required for Learning Center. Topic: Introduction to Surface Modeling Description:  This part of the skill builder series will cover surface modeling techniques available in in Autodesk Inventor2011/2012. This session will cover these primary areas: Why Surfaces? Surface Tools Creating thin wall parts Sketch Techniques Construction Environment Drawing Manager Queston and Answer session Who should attend: CAD managers in the manufacturing engineering environment. Users of Autodesk Inventor products. Prospective users of Autodesk Inventor This Skill Builder class will make students familiar with the old and new technologies in Inventor 2011/2012 Ample time is available for question and answers every session. Hardware/Software Requirements for Web Simulcast: Properly configured CAD System with Windows XP, Windows 7 or Vista. Current version of Adobe Flash must be Installed. Sound card and speakers or optional headset for bidirectional voice communication. No telephone call-in available. Trial or other version of Inventor 2011/2012 installed and functional. Hi-Speed Internet Access (DSL, Cable, FIOS on other Broadband Access is recommended). 1280x1024 Full color resolution or higher, recommended, 1024x768 minimum. Preferences: 17" or larger monitor. Optionally, dual monitors will provide the best experience, your Inventor session on one monitor, the Live Web course on a second monitor. If you have a large audience, you may utilize a conference room with projection. Speakers will be required for sound. Tekni Consulting LLC Virtual/Fort Wayne Classroom

August, 10 - 12   Virtual/Fort Wayne Classroom

Inventor Advanced Surfacing Training This class, taught by Dennis Jeffrey, Autodesk Inventor Certified Expert, is designed to be an advanced class on surfacing using Autodesk Inventor 2011 or 2012. By the end of this course students will be modeling and repairing complex surfaces and have a firm grasp of Inventor surface commands and techniques. This course assumes students have intermediate to expert level experience in Autodesk Inventor. Each eight hour class session will be divided somewhat equally between formal instruction and supervised studio time where students practice the covered material. Each section will require students to spend a minimum of three hours inside class to complete an assignment from the previously covered material. Additional self-assignments are welcome from students. Topics include: Standard Modeling with surface options Surface Specific commands Working with translated files (Repair, Conversions to Solids) Parametric Surface Modeling Ample time is available for question and answers every session. Class includes: Instruction by Certified, Industry Specific trainers. Six month per student free retake guarantee. Not applicable to customized classes. One on One instructor/ student mentoring during class duration, and for 90 days after completion. Certificate for successful completion of classes and exercises. Prerequisites/Student Participation: Intermediate to Expert experience using Autodesk Inventor. Working knowledge of Windows user interface, commands and file structure is highly recommended. Student interaction during class is expected. Completion of assignments is required for certificate. This class may be taken in person at the Tekni Learning Center in Fort Wayne, IN, or via the Internet using Adobe Connect. Classroom attendees will be provided a computer system, or you may bring your own. Tekni - Fort Wayne and/or via Internet Virtual/Fort Wayne Classroom