An introduction to the fundamental features and capabilities of Bentley’s release of MicroStation V8i (SELECTseries) software. Suitable for users new to MicroStation, and also for AutoCAD users wishing to understand MicroStation V8i (SELECTseries). Training focuses on all the essential tools to achieve MicroStation mastery. The Civil Edition contains realistic civil engineering lab examples to complement the reference material. A training book is provided when you attend any of our class formats.
Students are responsible for providing software licenses when attending any of EnvisionCAD’s open enrollment classes. Students who provide their own hardware are offered a $250 discount on registration fees.
Cancellation Policy for Open Enrollment Courses
Substitutions of attendees may be made at any time.
Cancellation requests must be received in writing, by email or fax. You are responsible for ensuring that EnvisionCAD receives your written request. EnvisionCAD will reply with a written acknowledgement.
Attendees must cancel more than 15 business days prior to the course date to receive a full refund.
Cancellations made 6 to 14 business days prior to the course date will result in forfeiture of 50% of the course fee.
Cancellations made 3 to 5 business days prior to the course date will result in forfeiture of 75% of the course fee.
Cancellations made 2 or less business days prior to the course date, or failure to appear for the course, will result in forfeiture of the entire course fee.
EnvisionCAD reserves the right to cancel or reschedule open enrollment courses at any time. If we cancel or reschedule a course due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, you are entitled to a full refund. But EnvisionCAD is not responsible for travel arrangements, travel fees, or any expenses incurred by you as a result of such cancellation. In the event we cancel a course in which you are enrolled, you will be contacted via email and/or phone using the information you provided when you registered. Please be sure to provide up to date contact information.
MicroStation Basics: What is a MicroStation Design File?, Starting MicroStation, MicroStation Manager, Creating Drawings, Opening Drawings, Saving Drawings, Save Settings, Closing Drawings
The MicroStation Graphics Environment: MicroStation Interface, Menu Pull-Down Options, Tool Boxes and Tool Frames, Showing/Hiding Tools, Docking/Detaching, Tool Settings, Status Bar, Workmodes, Key-In Window, Mouse Mechanics, Delete Element Tool, Undo, Redo, DGN File Settings, User Preferences, Modal Dialog Box, Nonmodal Dialog Box
Viewing Your Drawing: Viewing Tools and How to Access Them, View Windows, View Groups, View Groups Tool Box, Saved Views, View Attributes
Drawing Basics: Starting a Drawing Command, Basic Drawing Tools
Locks & Snapping: What is a MicroStation Lock?, Activating Locks, Locks Dialog Box, Lock Toggles Dialog Box, Frequently used Locks, What is a Snapping?, Snapping with the Tentative Button, Snapping with AccuSnap
Element Selection: Element Selection Tool Box, Fence Tool Box, Select By Attributes
Modifying and Manipulating Elements: Manipulate Tool Box, Modify Tool Box
Complex Elements and Grouping: What is a Complex Element?, Creating Complex Element Status, Dropping Complex Element Status, Grouping
Levels and Attribute Control: What is a MicroStation Level?, Active Level, Display of Levels, Managing Levels, Change Attributes Tool Box, Element Information
Annotating Drawings: Text Styles, Text Tool Box
Models: What is a MicroStation Model?, Model Basics, Design and Sheet Models, Activating a Model, Creating a Model, Editing Model Properties, Deleting a Model, Importing a Model, Copying a Model
Cells: What is a Cell?, Types of Cells, Cell Library, Creating a Cell, Cells Tool Box, Cell Selector
Referencing: What is a Reference?, Reference Dialog Box, Reference Tool Box, Additional Reference Tools
Printing: Print Dialog Box
3D Basics: Drawing in 2D, Drawing in 3D
We were amazed with the handling of complicated interchange freeway design concepts in MicroStation Fundamentals V8i Edition and came away with a fresh outlook on highway design & engineering. It was all was very clear and easy to understand.
Joseph Fu, ASCT – Interdraft CADD Services
About Our Classes
At EnvisionCAD: Open enrollment classes are held at our training facility in Madison, WI, 8:30am to 5pm. Students are responsible for providing software licenses. Provide your own hardware and receive a $250 discount.
At Your Site: Whether you have only a few or many to train, we can provide training at your location that is specific to your company’s needs. On-site training provides a tailored, cost- and time-effective approach to improving the skills and productivity of your staff.
Online: Stay put. Live, instructor led training can be conducted based on your needs. All you need is a web browser, Adobe Flash Player, and an internet connection to take advantage of the benefits of classroom learning with the convenience and cost savings of an online class.
Training books are provided for any of our class formats.
About Our Books
Print: Results matter. Our books will serve as your essential training guides whether you choose self-paced learning or attend one of our instructor-led classes (book is included). Each book includes Course Files and Installation Instructions.
eBooks: Read it anywhere, anytime. For a limited number of titles, enjoy 100% off-line books that include handy interactive study tools. These can be rented or purchased.
About Webinars
Join EnvisionCAD for short (1 – 1.5 hour) webinars over the noon hour. Currently, we are offering webinars designed for new and experienced users of Bentley software. Unable to attend the live webinar? Recorded webinars will be available for 14 days following the webinar. Simply sign up, and a link to the recording will be emailed to you after the live presentation.
Lab Files (Windows) 