BOTI runs two MicroStation training courses in South Africa. The MicroStation Fundamentals Course (3 days) is for new users. The MicroStation 3D Course (3 days) covers 3D modelling, visualisation and rendering. Both courses are part of our Graphic Design and CAD training courses, and both run in-house at your premises, at BOTI’s venue in Sunningdale, Johannesburg, or live online.
The current course runs at your offices anywhere in South Africa, live online or at a BOTI venue. The course page has the up-to-date outline and group prices.
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Course Introduction: MicroStation Training
MicroStation is computer-aided design (CAD) software used by drafters, designers, technicians and engineers to produce 2D drawings and 3D models. BOTI’s MicroStation training is practical. Delegates work through hands-on exercises based on real design scenarios rather than only watching demonstrations.
New users start with the MicroStation Fundamentals Course. Delegates who already draft in MicroStation and need to move into 3D can take the MicroStation 3D Course. That course covers the essential concepts and workflows for creating 3D models. Delegates learn to build and change both solid and surface models, and to present their designs with visualisation tools while the design is still in progress.
Which MicroStation course should you start with?
The right starting point depends on what your team does today.
- New to MicroStation: start with the MicroStation Fundamentals Course (3 days). It is the entry point for staff who have not used the software before, or who have picked it up informally and need a structured base.
- Comfortable in 2D, moving to 3D: the MicroStation 3D Course (3 days) builds on everyday drafting skills. It covers solids, surfaces, cameras, lighting, materials and rendering.
- Mixed team: for in-house groups, BOTI can discuss your team’s current level and the drawings you produce, so the trainer can pitch the course correctly. Request a quote and tell us how many delegates you have and what they work on.
If your team also works with other CAD tools, see AutoCAD Essentials (2D). Staff who are new to drawing conventions can start with the Introduction to Technical Drawing Course. For supervisors who run a CAD team, BOTI offers Managing a Drawing Office Training.
Course Outline: MicroStation 3D Course
The key topics of the MicroStation 3D Course include:
- Introduction to MicroStation 3D
- Models and Views
- Modify Surfaces
- 3D Primitive Tools
- Create Solids Tools
- Modify Solids Tools
- Solids Utility Tools
- Create Surfaces
- 2D / 3D, Cells, and Patterning
- Drawing Composition
- Perspective Views and Basic Camera Setup
- Lights and Advanced Camera Settings
- Material Assignments
- Advanced Rendering Setup
- Photo-Realistic Rendering
- Solar Studies and Fly Through
- AccuDraw in 3D
- Free-Form Surfaces
For an overview of what the entry-level course covers, see the MicroStation Fundamentals course page.
Customised training for your team. BOTI tailors this course to your organisation and runs it in-house at your premises, at its venue in Sunningdale, Johannesburg, or live online. Request a quote or call 011 882 8853.
Hands-on MicroStation exercises
Most of the time in BOTI’s MicroStation training goes into exercises, not slides. Delegates build models and drawings step by step and repeat the tools until they can use them without prompting. The exercises represent industry-specific design work, so delegates practise the kind of task they will meet back at their desks.
For in-house training, you can ask BOTI to help you plan exercises around your own drawing types, so the course connects directly to your projects. Discuss this with the BOTI team when you request a quote.
MicroStation V8i and newer versions
Many South African drawing offices still use MicroStation V8i, while others have moved to newer releases. The core ideas carry across versions: models and views, precision input with AccuDraw, cells, levels and drawing composition. Some screens and menus differ, however. When you enquire, tell BOTI which version your team uses, so the trainer can prepare the right setup and exercises.
Course duration and fees: MicroStation Training
The MicroStation Fundamentals Course and the MicroStation 3D Course each run for 3 days. Both are designed so that delegates apply what they learn practically and return to work able to use the software on live projects.
For costs, request a quote or contact BOTI. Quotes depend on the course, the number of delegates and the format: in-house, at our venue, or online.
Recommended Prior Experience and Knowledge: MicroStation Training
The MicroStation Fundamentals Course is designed for delegates who want to learn MicroStation from the start. Basic computer skills are helpful. Some familiarity with drawing conventions also helps, but the course is the starting point for new users.
The MicroStation 3D Course is designed for delegates who want to learn MicroStation 3D. If you are unsure whether a delegate is ready for 3D, ask BOTI to help you decide between the two courses before you book.
Frequently asked questions
Does BOTI offer a MicroStation course?
Yes. BOTI runs the MicroStation Fundamentals Course (3 days) for new users and the MicroStation 3D Course (3 days) for 3D modelling, visualisation and rendering. Both run in-house at your premises, at BOTI’s venue in Sunningdale, Johannesburg, or live online.
Can I do MicroStation training online?
Yes. BOTI delivers MicroStation training live online with a trainer, as well as in person. Delegates need a computer with MicroStation installed and a stable internet connection, so they can follow along and complete the exercises.
Do I get a MicroStation certification after the course?
Delegates who complete a BOTI MicroStation course receive a BOTI certificate of attendance. The courses are not accredited and do not lead to a vendor certification exam. They focus on practical skills you can use at work straight away.
Does the training cover MicroStation V8i?
Many drawing offices still use MicroStation V8i, and the core tools and workflows carry across versions. Tell BOTI which version your team uses when you enquire, so the trainer can prepare the right setup and exercises.
Do I need experience before starting MicroStation training?
The MicroStation Fundamentals Course is the starting point for new users, and basic computer skills are helpful. The MicroStation 3D Course builds on everyday MicroStation skills. If you are unsure which course fits, ask BOTI to help you decide before you book.
Book Now or Obtain a Quote
Ready to train your team? Start with the MicroStation Fundamentals Course, then move on to the MicroStation 3D Course when your delegates are ready for 3D work. Call BOTI on 011 882 8853 or email [email protected]. Training runs in-house at your premises, at BOTI’s venue in Sunningdale, Johannesburg, or live online. This course is not accredited. It is delivered as a professional skills programme, and delegates receive a BOTI certificate of attendance.
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