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Impact Training

Genline offers a comprehensive range of training courses for users of Impact CAD software.

All classes assume that the attendees have a general working knowledge of computers including Windows, using a keyboard & mouse, and basic computer terminology. This basic familiarity keeps the class moving at a consistent pace. Many local community colleges offer inexpensive courses that cover basic computer topics, and it is highly recommended that this knowledge be obtained prior to attending class at Genline.

Genline offers four types of training courses:

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1. Classroom
2. Onsite
3. One-on-One Instructor led eTraining
4. Self-paced eTraining - Description,   View Classes

1. Classroom Training

The Genline training center is equipped with the very latest in computer technology. Each student will have his/her own PC with the software preloaded and optimized
for more effective training. The instructor will demonstrate the relevant tools using a computer projector, allowing users to receive a more adequate application of the software’s capabilities. Classes are intentionally kept small (6 student maximum) to increase the productivity of learning. Users will participate in hands on exercises. A training guide is provided to all students.

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2. Onsite Training

Genline’s Onsite Training is another choice for your company to receive optimal training on the Impact CAD software. By coming to your facility, Genline instructors are able to customize the class or classes specifically for your company and train multiple students at a fraction of the cost of multiple students attending the Classroom Training at the Genline facility.

One of the biggest benefits of a Genline instructor coming to your facility is to ensure your system is properly configured, as well as make sure that Impact works with all of your equipment and ties in with all systems on your network and pre-press area.

 
Genline now offers eTraining
Genline's eTraining combines the power of personalized, expert-led instruction with the anytime, anywhere access capabilities and convenience of the Internet. This allows you to design your own personal training schedule. 

Genline offers One on One Instructor led eTraining for the student that would like to take a refresher course on Impact, or use a part of Impact that they are unfamiliar with. The One on One eTraining is unbeatable when there is a special project that needs to be done and the student isn’t quite sure how to accomplish his/her goals to complete the project. A benefit of eTraining is that it can be scheduled quickly and it’s done at your computer on your time frame.

4. Self-paced eTraining

Genline offers Self Paced Training to those students that prefer a “pay-per-view” type of training that is always available with classes that cover all of the basics of Impact. This Self Paced Training is a great way to start learning Impact and then once the student is comfortable with what they have worked on, they can schedule the One-on-One Instructor led eTraining to have questions answered regarding the Self Paced Training.

NOTE: The Self Paced Training is unlimited if your company is on our Platinum SMA plan.
 


  Genline's eTraining offers the following benefits
 

  • Valuable courses when and where you want them
    learn from the experts at work or at home; you don't need to travel anywhere for online learning.
     

  • Easy to Use
    you only need an Internet browser and a special media player; The courses are designed to load quick and get you learning fast; tested and proven online training includes easy guidance of material with pause and rewind.
     

  • Great return on your investment
    affordable online training - up to 90% cheaper than instructor led courses, e-learning is cost effective and easy on your pocketbook. Where else can you get access to a large library of online courses?
     

  • Interactive
    simulations have learners do what they are learning which leads to greater retention of covered material; accommodates different learning styles through audio, visual graphics, testing and printable exercises with PDF downloadable files for extra practice.
     

  • Self Directed and Convenient
    Learn at your own pace, quickly or take your time. Focus on what you need - skip what you know or don't need. Or, repeat sections. You're always in control of learning where, when and how you want with unlimited access 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

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Impact Classroom and Onsite Training Descriptions
 
 
Impact Designer Lite Training

Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

General knowledge of computers and Windows
3 days


It is recommended that all users of Impact attend this course whether employed as a designer or diemaker. This course covers the basic use of the software including the Impact database; drawing and editing; text and dimensioning; standards libraries; file import/export. Users are given numerous hands-on exercises aimed at teaching the necessary design tools.

On completion, a delegate will leave the course confident of being able to use the software in a competent and productive manner.

To download the course curriculum in an Adobe PDF format, click here.

 

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Impact Designer Training

Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

General knowledge of computers and Windows
4 days


This course includes the three day Designer Lite course, with the fourth day focusing on the tools and commands included in the Impact Designer bundle. This course covers the fundamental use of features including the Standards & Parametrics, Design Components, Layout creation; 3D and Graphics, Raster to Vector and more.  Users are given hands-on exercises aimed at teaching the necessary design tools.

On completion, a delegate will leave the course confident of being able to use the software in a competent and productive manner.

To download the course curriculum in an Adobe PDF format, click here.

 

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Impact Diemaker Training

Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

General knowledge of computers and Windows
5 days


This class includes all of the topics from the Impact Designer Training as well as encompassing the fundamental use of Impact's flatbed and rotary die making tools. Topics covered include bridging; stripping knives; dieboard creation; bolt location system; male/female strippers and counter tools.

To download the course curriculum in an Adobe PDF format, click here.

 

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Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

Impact Designer Course; General knowledge of computers and Windows
2 days

 


The Advanced Designer class covers the advanced use of the drawing and related tools. Topics include advanced standards & parametrics; Design Components; creating and using blocks; troubleshooting geometry and imported files; database customization and queries; Master tool settings and customizing templates; and border plots.

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Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

Impact Designer/Diemaker Course; General knowledge of computers and Windows
2 days
 


Covers the advanced use and configuration of Impact's flatbed and rotary die making tools. Topics include palette set-up; configuration of Master Template and Master Tool Settings; symbols and symbol pattern generation; customizing the diemaking tools for your operation. It is recommended that the delegate bring press specifications and other relevant material to training.

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Impact Administrator Training

Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

General knowledge of computers and Windows
2 days
 


For Impact administrators and company IT personnel who have no working knowledge of Impact. The course deals with advanced systems administration topics including the configuration of the Impact database for border plots and the customization of database fields and tables etc. Also covered are weekly maintenance tasks, networks, folder structures, Impact connection manager, user groups and user privileges.

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Impact Standards & Parametrics Course

Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

Impact Designer Course; General knowledge of computers and Windows
2 days
 


Impact enables you to capture designer knowledge by creating reusable designs as part of a library of standards. It allows you to create designs once and then reuse them any number of times by simply entering appropriate measurements.

This course teaches you how to create designs based on your specifications, integrate materials, build intelligent interfaces and much more. The course will offer hands on exercises building standards and design components from scratch, but delegates are encouraged to bring their own designs.

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Impact Customization Training

Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

Impact Designer Course; General knowledge of computers and Windows
2 days
 


This course teaches users how to customize Impact to be more effective and productive. The topics include adding fields to the database, customizing the database windows and interface, border plot creation, creating and using database queries and reports, value mappings and an introduction into scripting.

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Impact Automation with Scripting

Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

Impact Designer Course; Previous programming knowledge a plus
3 days
 


Teaches delegates how to automate Impact through the use of scripting. The advanced nature of the course content means that delegates should ideally have some previous programming experience. Topics covered include access to databases, interaction with third party applications, analysis of the geometry in existing designs etc. Scripts can be written to create custom designs, automate operations, read and write database information and much, much more. Please contact the Genline Technical Services Department for further information about delegate suitability. It is recommended to bring programming projects related to your needs to class for discussion

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Impact Standards/Scripting Combo Training

Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

Impact Designer Course; General knowledge of computers and Windows
2 days
 


This combination class offers a subset of information from two other courses that are offered; Impact Automation with Scripting and Standards & Parametrics.

This course gives a thorough introduction to each of these topics, but does not provide the detail that each individual course offers. This gives users a chance to be exposed to each topic within the same class and begin taking advantage of these powerful Impact tools.

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Impact 1.3 Update Training

Prerequisite:
Length of Class:

Working knowledge of Impact 1.3; General knowledge of computers and Windows
2 days
 


This course is designed for existing users of Impact 1.3 who are interested in migrating to Impact version 4.1. The class covers installation/migration issues as well as the new features and enhancements of Impact V4.1 and how they differ from it's predecessor. 

To download the course curriculum in an Adobe PDF format, click here.

 

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