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Two-Day Intensive On-Site Training

Private AutoCAD Training at Your Venue

The ABTT is pleased to offer a practical two-day AutoCAD training course delivered on-site by experienced theatre CAD specialist David Ripley. Developed specifically for the theatre and live events industry, this intensive programme helps participants build confidence, improve efficiency and develop practical drafting skills that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

Rather than sending staff away on external training, David comes to you, delivering the course using your existing facilities, software and equipment. This creates an ideal environment for learning, allowing participants to work with the systems and workflows they use every day.

What You’ll Learn

– AutoCAD fundamentals and efficient working practices

– Creating, managing and organising drawings

– Layers, blocks and theatre drafting conventions

– Drawing accuracy and workflow techniques

– Practical applications for theatres and production environments

– Common drafting challenges and how to overcome them

– Faster and more effective CAD working methods

– Real-world problem solving and troubleshooting

Throughout the course there is ample opportunity for participants to ask questions, explore specific challenges from their own work, and benefit from David’s extensive experience of CAD within theatre and live entertainment environments.

Venue Requirements

To host this course, organisations will need to provide:

– A suitable training room or workspace

– Computers for participants

– Licensed and fully functioning copies of AutoCAD installed prior to the course

– Appropriate access and permissions for users

Please note that the ABTT and the trainer do not provide AutoCAD licences. All participating organisations are responsible for ensuring that suitable software licences and equipment are available before training commences.

Why Train with David Ripley?

For many years, David has developed and delivered AutoCAD training specifically for theatre technicians and entertainment professionals. His approach combines software instruction with a deep understanding of how CAD is used in real production environments, technical departments and venues across the industry.

Participants leave with practical skills they can apply immediately, rather than simply an understanding of software features.

Ideal For:

– Theatre technical teams

– Technical and production managers

– Stage management departments

– Venue staff

– Production departments

– Drama schools and training providers

– Organisations looking to upskill multiple staff members at once

Course Format

– Two consecutive training days

– Delivered at your premises

– Practical, tutor-led instruction

– Small group focused learning

– Tailored discussion around your operational challenges and workflows

– Opportunity for individual questions and expert guidance throughout