Autodesk sets up training center in Mumbai college

BANGALORE: Autodesk, Inc., a design software and digital content company, announced the launch of its Center of Excellence (CoE) in Architecture Design at Sir JJ College of Architecture, Mumbai. Autodesk also plans to set up a similar CoE at the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi.

Autodesk's CoE in architecture design comprises a laboratory equipped with the latest version of Autodesk's 3D design software for the architecture, urban design, building technology and industrial design industries. The CoE will serve as a learning center to educate both faculty and students on the use of 3D model-based design software such as Autodesk Revit Building, Autodesk Civil 3D, Autodesk Inventor Professional, etc.

Autodesk also plans to extend its partnership with institutes and universities across India by exploring CoEs in the areas of industrial design, construction management, animation and special effects.

Rajiv Nair, regional head, Autodesk India said, “With India fast emerging as a large design outsourcing hub, there is an immediate need to equip the country's current generation of architects on 3D concepts. Autodesk is in a strong position to work with influential architecture institutes, developing curriculum and courseware to equip tomorrow's workforce with design technologies and best practices.”