AU 2016 Class Proposal Worksheet
We created this worksheet to help you prepare your AU 2016 class proposal. Below, you’ll find the fields you need to submit a proposal. Do the drafting and polishing here and when you’re happy with it complete the online submission form.
Questions? Visit the AU CFP page.
Tell us about yourself
You’ll need to include a brief speaker bio with your proposal. Include your current position, work history and experience, relevant awards, publications, or other qualifications. (Paragraphs only please; no lists. Max. 1,000 characters, including spaces.)
Type of proposal
What will your class help attendees do?
* Get started with a new software
* Go beyond software basics
* Learn about industry practice and project workflows
* Explore new innovation and the future of making thing
Relevant topics
Which topic is your class most aligned with? Review the CFP Guide to familiarize yourself with our topic areas—you can select up to 2.
Class title
Your class title should describe what your class covers, including the full name of any product(s) you’re focusing on. (Max. 85 characters, including spaces.)
For example:
· Company Standards the Easy Way with AutoCAD Architecture
· CAD Manager's Handbook
· Advanced Querying in AutoCAD Map 3D
· Real World Revit Solutions: Model Management
Class description
What information will your class cover and how will attendees benefit? Write a paragraph description and be sure to include full product name(s) plus any specific skills or knowledge attendees will gain. (Max. 1,000 characters, including spaces; no lists.)
Learning objectives
After attending your class, what will attendees be able to do? List up to 4 new skills or knowledge they will gain. Keep these brief and action-oriented. (Max. 125 characters each, including spaces.)
For example:
· Use templates to create standards for your company
· Describe best practices for day-to-day CAD management
Class summary
Summarize your class. Be specific and succinct. The class summary can be a shortened version of the class description. (Max. 155 characters including spaces; no lists.)
For example:
· Learn how the 123D family of apps can help you design new products—at home. Learn the basics for rapid troubleshooting and creating prototypes.
Is there a related class on the AU website?
You can add a link to 1 AU online class that provides a foundation for or supplements the materials and learning objectives you’re presenting.
Class format
You can present your class in a variety of ways, depending on your content. Which format best suits your learning materials?
* Hands-on Labs provide direct software instruction.
* Lecture-style Industry Talks are great for sharing case studies, industry insights, innovative ideas and experiences, and more.
* An Instructional Demo is the best way to give a detailed presentation of in-product workflows, processes, and tips and tricks.
* To facilitate a conversation showcasing various views and insights on a particular industry topic, head up a Panel of experts.
* Host a Roundtable discussion to involve attendees and reach a common understanding.
Target audience
Who will benefit from your class? Tell us your target audience. Consider industries, disciplines, job titles, specialties, interests, and goals.
For example:
· CAD managers and advanced users with CAD management responsibilities
Level of expertise
What level of skill or experience do attendees need to get the most out of your class?
* Beginners have less than 18 months product experience
* Intermediate users have working knowledge with a desire to improve productivity
* Advanced users have 3-5 years experience and seek advanced training
* All levels
Most relevant industry
We want to be sure the right audience finds your class. Which industry might benefit most from your class?
* Advertising, Publishing, and Graphic Design* Aerospace & Defense Equipment
* Architecture Services
* Automotive and Other Transportation
* Building Products and Fabrication
* Buildings
* Civil Infrastructure
* Construction Services
* Consumer Products
* Education
* Engineering Service Providers / * Film and Television
* Games
* General Architecture, Engineering, and Construction
* General Manufacturing and Product Design
* General Media & Entertainment
* Industrial Machinery
* Life Sciences Manufacturing
* Mining
* Oil and Gas
* Process Manufacturing
* Utilities & Telecom
Autodesk software focus
Which Autodesk software product(s) are you focusing on? You can choose up to 3 if you wish.
Other non-Autodesk software
Does your material include non-Autodesk software? You can list them if you wish.
Keywords
To help others in the AU community discover your learning content, we’ll ask you to select from a list a set of keywords that help describe your class and its relevance to industry trends, workflows, and disciplines.
Questions? Read the CFP FAQ or email us anytime.