Laser Cutter and Software Training and Tutorials
The computer lab staff offers personalized software training to small groups who would like to learn a new software or acquire certain skills for upcoming assignments. While our staff is not trained in all the softwares available through the school, we often have power users of popular programs, such as ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and Rhino. A minimum of 5 students is needed to set up a training session. Advanced notice is needed to coordinate the type and time for training.
We also offer training to use the laser cutters. You must attend a Laser Cutter Training Session in order to use the laser cutters.
If you are interested in setting up a personalized software training session with one of our staff, please email
SOA-tech-train@austin.utexas.edu
Access to Lynda.com is free for faculty, staff, and students.
Lynda.com is a professional software training and tutorial site. To access the site:
- - Go to www.lynda.com.
- - Click on 'Log In' in the upper right of the window.
- - In the right side window that opens, under "Log in through your organization or school', type utexas.edu.
- - An EID Authentication page will open.
- - Log in with your EID and password.
- Note: If you are asked whether to create a new Lynda.com account or merge an existing account, create a new account.
Examples of Lynda.com content relevant to UTSOA curriculum (#'s as of 2-18-15):
- Revit – 23 courses & 1,019 video tutorials
- 3DS-Max – 48 courses & 2,603 video tutorials
- Rhino – 7 courses & 311 video tutorials
- V-Ray – 6 courses & 251 video tutorials
- Photoshop – 365 courses & 19,176 video tutorials
- Illustrator – 135 courses & 7,523 video tutorials
- InDesign – 114 courses & 5,795 video tutorials
- ArcGIS – 4 courses & 198 video tutorials
- SPSS – 1 course & 62 video tutorials
Help at the Desk
Our staff is always available to help, but the software competencies of individual staff members varies based on academic interests. While we can offer quick one on one help at the desk, our primary responsibilities while on duty may prevent us from giving you in depth individual help. Software websites often have discussion boards and guides for training and troubleshooting. Many independent websites and Youtube videos also offer instruction. Google on!
The ITS Help Desk
If you are having problems with your personal laptop or our staff are unable to answer your technical questions, the ITS Help Desk in the FAC is here to help you!
