The third edition of Autodesk University Extension (AUx) Dubai 2014, a premier learning and networking event for design and engineering professionals in the Middle East, opened today (December 17) at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).

It aims at attracting more than 1,000 participants from all over the terrain and has been organised by Omnix International, a leading distributor of Autodesk design software in the UAE.

The event features a full day worth of interactive workshops, demonstrations, sessions and an exhibition, which is being held under the theme, ‘Learn, Connect, Explore.’

AUx Dubai 2014 has received enthusiastic response from the industry with top IT brands like Lenovo (Platinum); HP (Gold), Canon (Gold); Dell, NVIDIA, and AGA CAD (Silver) endorsing the event.

The sessions held included showcase of futuristic 3D Design technologies, engaging training sessions and projects done using 3D Design Technologies.

It also offered professionals the opportunity to network with international experts and peers across the industry.

In addition, AUx Dubai provided opportunity to industry professionals and students to validate their skills by obtaining free Autodesk Certifications at the event on Autodesk’s key range of 3D Design software like Autodesk Revit Architecture, Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Autodesk 3ds Max, Autodesk Inventor Professional.

Lousy Dahmash, head, Autodesk Middle East, said: “AUx Dubai will help design and engineering professionals to learn new technologies, deepen their industry connect and enhance their skills and boost the creative economy in the region. We are happy at the enthusiastic response from the industry and look forward to an increased number of attendees at this year’s event.”

The wide range of topics and subjects being covered by industry sessions include tips and tricks in using the new AutoCAD 2015 the latest version of the world’s top drafting and architectural software; Autodesk BIM for infrastructure that would focus on how Autodesk BIM solutions help you plan, design, build and manage an infrastructure project from start to finish; how to simplify your designs while gaining hands on experience with the Free Form Modeling resource in the Autodesk Inventor® software; industry leading 3ds Max® 3D modeling software and how it helps accelerate performance, streamline workflows and help increase overall productivity.

Dr Jayant Deshpande, director - CAE Division, Omnix International, said: “AUx Dubai 2014 could not have come at a better time-as the Middle East region is currently witnessing a large influx of construction and development projects wherein companies are looking at Autodesk and its diverse range of software to gain competitive advantages and meet customer demands.

“Aiming to address these demands, AUx Dubai 2014 has positioned itself as a cost-effective venue to receive advanced training, certification, learnings on important industry trends and networking to meet potential clients and collaborators.” - TradeArabia News Service