{"id":102,"date":"2015-01-22T18:41:19","date_gmt":"2015-01-22T18:41:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/in-the-pipes\/2015\/01\/22\/plant-3d-and-pid-learning-resources\/"},"modified":"2019-07-10T15:11:13","modified_gmt":"2019-07-10T15:11:13","slug":"plant-3d-and-pid-learning-resources","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.autodesk.com\/in-the-pipes\/2015\/01\/22\/plant-3d-and-pid-learning-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Plant 3D and P&ID Learning Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the most common problems I have encountered with Plant 3D and P&ID users projects, is a lack of training prior to using the software. Kind of like diving into the deep and and not knowing how to swim. I know sometimes budgets do not allow for training to be purchased and there is also finding time to work in a training course during a normal work day.<\/p>\n

So here are some useful reference links to assist you with using P&ID and Plant 3D.<\/p>\n

The most obvious location to look for help would be to refer to the help portion in the P&ID and Plant 3D program. In the help screen you can search and browse through what you might need help with.<\/p>\n

\"Plant<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Plant_3D_help_screen\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Here are the links to the various Plant 3D and P&ID release versions of online help.<\/p>\n

Where to find online help for AutoCAD P&ID<\/a><\/p>\n

Where to find online help for AutoCAD Plant 3D<\/a><\/p>\n

In addtion to Plant 3D and P&ID help there are many other locations to find addtional help. Here are some of those resources that are avaiable for you to use.<\/p>\n

Autodesk Knowledge Network<\/a> – Access a broad range of knowledge to help get the most out of Plant 3D<\/a> and P&ID<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Autodesk Plant Exchange on Facebook<\/a> \u2013 Autodesk Plant 3D related news, tips & tricks and other useful information.<\/p>\n

Autodesk Plant Exchange on Twitter<\/a> \u2013 Autodesk Plant 3D related news, tips & tricks and other useful information.<\/p>\n

Autodesk YouTube Channel<\/a> \u2013 Video tutorials and other useful product and industry videos.<\/p>\n

AutoCAD Plant 3D Videos<\/a> \u2013 Getting started videos.<\/p>\n

Autodesk Screencast<\/a> Videos – Plant 3D<\/a> and P&ID<\/a><\/p>\n

Autodesk Community \u2013 Find answers, share expertise, and connect with your peers (formerly Autodesk Discussion Groups). Plant 3D<\/a> and P&ID<\/a> <\/p>\n

Autodesk Exchange Apps for Plant 3D<\/a> – AutoCAD Plant 3D content packs and applications.<\/p>\n

Autodesk University<\/a> \u2013 Search through past Plant 3D AU classes for various Plant 3D related information.<\/p>\n

AutoCAD Plant 3D \u2013 Quick reference guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Autodesk Plant Design 2014 Curriculum<\/a><\/p>\n

Hopefully you can find some of these resouce links helpful with working with Plant 3D and P&ID.<\/p>\n

However, if you find yourself still wanting to get some on-hands training please visit these Product Training References<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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