Autodesk University 2008 Show Guide

Classes by Industry Keynote AEC Keynote: Conceptual Design & Modeling Site to Structure KN200-2 03-Dec-08 8:00 am - 9:30 am Join us for an in-depth exploration of Conceptual Design and Modeling and the impact it is having across the entire AEC industry today and tomorrow. Hear Jay Bhatt and our special keynote guest speaker, Patrik Schumacher from Zaha Hadid Architects, share their vision for the future and demonstrate cutting-edge use of Autodesk’s conceptual design solutions. Experience how Autodesk AEC solutions are being used throughout the project lifecycle, by engineers and architects, from conceptual site planning to project completion. 90-Minute Class All Levels Hall A Patrik Schumacher, | Zaha Hadid Architects Manufacturing Keynote: “Next Generation Design Innovation, Digital Prototyping” KN201-1 03-Dec-08 8:15 am - 9:45 am Autodesk is proud to welcome Burt Rutan—aerospace entrepreneur and SpaceShipOne designer—to AU 2008. A bold visionary with a passion for the advancement of technology, Rutan has been described by Newsweek as “the man responsible for more innovations in modern aviation than any living engineer.” Coupled with Rutan, you’ll also get an exciting glimpse into future Digital Prototyping technologies from Autodesk Manufacturing, supporting your next generation design innovations. Get inspired. Join us. 90-Minute Class All Levels Palazzo A-D Burt Rutan, | Royce Carlton, Inc. AU Keynote: General Session “Design Innovation” KN105-1 02-Dec-08 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Tom Kelley, Founder and General Manager of IDEO—the widely admired design and innovation firm—will be giving the opening keynote at this year’s General Session. Join us as he takes you behind the scenes at IDEO to give a first-hand account of the design innovation practices of the company that brought us the Apple mouse, the Palm V, and hundreds of other cutting-edge products and services. Carl Bass, CEO and President of Autodesk, will talk about how Autodesk customers are using design innovation to stay competitive, embrace sustainable design, and build their brands in the global economy. He will showcase exciting customer projects that illustrate the power of experiencing ideas before they are real. And finally, Jeff Kowalski, CTO of Autodesk, will give us a compelling glimpse of the future of design innovation by presenting some of the technologies and techniques that are changing the way design is done all over the world. He will discuss the trends, challenges, and opportunities that will be important to design professionals in the coming years. 90-Minute Class All Levels Hall A Carl Bass, | Autodesk Utilites Keynote: “Design Matters—Utilities of the Future” KN204-1 03-Dec-08 10:00 am - 11:30 am Autodesk welcomes utility industry analyst Brad Williams, from Gartner, the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company. Brad will address the importance of design as utilities deal with an aging infrastructure, a changing workforce, and a future of intelligent grids and more sustainable operations. With accurate and precise design information as part of a complete utility infrastructure model, utilities can visualize, simulate, and analyze their networks in a real-world context, improving operational efficiency, reliability, and service quality. Brad will also join a panel of utility experts to discuss these issues and more. 90-Minute Class All Levels Delfino 4003 Brad Williams, | Gartner AU Keynote: Design Innovation in Government KN111-1 02-Dec-08 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm Bill Goodson, VP, Autodesk Government, will discuss the latest technologies and trends that are impacting government customers. Bill will be joined by a select group of government customers who will share how they are using Autodesk solutions to drive innovation in the way that they work. This will prove to be an interesting, fast- AU Keynote: Digital Cities - A Model of the Future KN200-1 03-Dec-08 8:00 am - 9:30 am Come hear Doug describe the future of design technology and sustainable design using digital 3D models of cities, utilities, and communications networks that integrate various data sources for a complete and stunningly realistic view of an urban landscape. These intelligent 3D models provide more than an empty 3D view of the earth; instead, professionals can visualize, simulate, and analyze the infrastructure and networks they manage to make faster decisions and deliver better service to customers and citizens alike. 90-Minute Class All Levels Palazzo E-G Lisa Campbell, | Autodesk paced session that’s not to be missed. 90-Minute Class All Levels Bill Goodson, | Autodesk San Polo 3403 88

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Autodesk University 2008 Show Guide Contents Autodesk University Daily Schedule Highlights and Special Events Classes by Industry Architecture & Building Design Business CAD Management & IT Civil Engineering Collaboration & Data Management Construction & Real Estate Customization & Programming Design Leadership Developer Education & Learning Electrical & Controls Engineering Facilities Management General Design & Drafting Geospatial Government Industrial Design Keynote Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Media & Entertainment MEP Design & Engineering Plant Design Sponsor Classes Structural Design & Engineering Classes by Date

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