Virtual Design & Construction Institute Reviews & Testimonials

This was a really good course for me. I’m an office manager for a small commercial construction company, and I see drawings for different jobs, but I don’t have much to do with them. I also never really thought about what I was looking at. It’s really very interesting. The course is very clear, to the point, and broken into enough small bites that you cannot become overwhelmed.

I really enjoyed the class. The help resources are there if you need additional help but the videos are very informative on their own. I would 100% recommend this course to anyone who has never used AutoCAD before. The structure of the course allows you to go at your own pace, videos are in sections which allows you to not feel overwhelmed. The course itself helps you feel like you are reaching milestones after finishing each lesson which motivates you to continue. I will definitely continue my learning through VDCI!

Great lessons, material, and the instructor is very knowledgeable. The CAD 101 course at VDCI was an excellent introduction to computer-aided design. The instructor explained concepts clearly and provided real-world examples that made it easy to understand how CAD is used in professional settings. The hands-on assignments and personalized feedback helped me build confidence and practical skills I can apply immediately in my work. I highly recommend this course to anyone starting their CAD journey or looking to strengthen their design foundation.

When life threw me a curveball at 58 yrs old, I unexpectedly lost my job in retail management for a very minor mistake. Taking stock of my situation: I have a mortgage and all of the associated cost and I am the sole caretaker for my 90-yr old Parents, one with Alzheimer's and the other with Vascular Dementia. Plus, I have limited savings... But enough to do something better. Fifteen years ago I had my favorite job ever as a Certified 2D and 3D Architectural CAD Designer. I was laid off from WET Design (the choreographed fountain people - I worked on projects like The Burj Dubai, the Fountains at Bellagio, etc.) along with two-hundred other people when the Architectural field tanked in '09. I decided to pursue a job that fed my passion for design and that would bring me back in alignment with my Artists' Heart. I began looking for a way to catch up with the software and get the dust off of my old skills. Recertification was even better! I can't express how grateful I am to VDCI for offering a course such as this - I am now equipped to return to my passion field and love what I do instead of dread it. The cost was attainable, the subject was exactly what I was looking for, the online and self-paced natures of the class made it possible for me to complete and the brevity of the class made it doable with the time-sensitivity of my situation. The class was well designed, the videos clear and concise and my Instructor, John O'Malley, was kind, understanding, knowledgeable and patient. Thank you!

It was very interesting and easy to follow, great purchase. Taking the BIM Intro to Revit course was a great experience. It gave me a solid understanding of Revit’s tools and how Building Information Modeling works in real-world projects. The lessons were well-structured, easy to follow, and built up my confidence with each step. By the end, I could create and modify models, manage views, and understand the workflow between design and documentation. It’s a course I’d definitely recommend to anyone starting out with Revit or wanting a strong foundation in BIM.

The courses are very well structured and it is a pleasure to follow these courses.

The course was clear and detailed, introducing plenty of time-saving tools along the way. It demonstrated several ways to build a model, emphasizing the importance of working methodically and developing a thorough process to achieve a complete result. The explanations of how to use plan, section, and 3D views effectively—along with their pros and cons—offered valuable insight into maximizing each view’s strengths. Overall, the guidance was easy to follow and well-structured, helping me create a polished 3D model and gain practical knowledge for the next class.

Overall, my experience in CAD 101 was very positive. The course was clear, well-structured, and practical. I learned how to use AutoCAD confidently, and it really helped me connect what I already knew from civil engineering to real drafting work. The instructor’s feedback was helpful, and I appreciate how flexible the online format was. I highly recommend it to anyone starting a career in civil engineering or architecture.

The course is easy to follow and instructors are very responsive. The lessons are clear and taken step-by-step. Beginners can easily follow. Overall, I liked the course and look forward to move to the next course.

The course was well thought out, had a lot of relevant information. I found the site to be easy to navigate. The reference materials were complete and had all of the information needed. I have 30 years in the construction industry, 23 in construction management. I was pleasantly surprised by the amount that I was able to learn from this course. I am continuing my education, getting certifications to bolster my field experience. I will definitely be enrolling in more courses through the VDC Institute.

I think this was a great introductory course. I had taken a similar course in the past, three hours a week for six weeks, and didn’t feel like I learned much. I really like that this one allows you to follow each video at your own pace, and I appreciate the skill tests and hands-on quizzes. I’d highly recommend it. I feel much more confident in my Revit skills now.

The course was informative and easy to follow along. I feel like I have a good introduction to AutoCAD and am excited to continue learning. I really liked how I could rewatch the videos in entirety, pause them at times, and rewind when needed. The instructor was very easily reachable as well when I felt I needed a little extra help. Would definitely recommend this course to a friend!

I appreciated the format of the course and the attention to detail the instructor demonstrated. The material is presented in a way that's easy to understand! Every detail is broken down and after, you get an explanation on why it is important. The quizzes make you recall the information you just learned so it's more likely to stick!

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Completing this course has been an incredibly valuable experience for me. The course provided a clear, in depth understanding of commercial blueprints and construction documentation. The lessons were well-structured and easy to follow, making it an excellent resource for anyone looking to enter or advance in this industry. This course has given me confidence and knowledge to excel in my career, and I highly recommend it to anyone serious about improving their blueprint reading skills. This Blueprint Reading Certification was a game changer for me - it gave the knowledge and confidence to understand commercial drawings and apply them on the job. It's invaluable course for anyone looking to grow in the construction industry.

A very nice experience, I highly recommend it! BIM 101 was perfect for a beginner like me. It was well constructed, exercises were very interesting, and the videos were really informative.

This was a great course. It was nice and short and I did learn a good amount of new information. Everything was explained clearly and in a way that was easy to understand. The information provided was extremely valuable and practical for real-world use. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to strengthen their estimating skills.

The course was comprehensive and very detailed, making it easy to follow and apply to real-world situations. The instructor was knowledgeable, clear, and engaging, which made the learning experience even better. Overall, it gave me a strong foundation in blueprint reading for commercial construction. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting a strong foundation in commercial construction.

My overall experience was smooth. I really like the reminders via email, with my busy schedule. It forced me to make time to study and complete the course in the required time. The UI is clear, organized, and easy to navigate. I would recommend it to anyone. Thank you!

It was a very interesting course that taught me a ton. I like how in depth it went with all of the subjects. I'm really happy with the course. Even though my learning style doesn't really match the format of this course, I still walked away with a bunch of knowledge on commercial blueprints! I would definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in construction.

The course is easy to follow, and the video instructor is very clear on how to navigate Revit. BIM 323 - Revit Electrical Course is an excellent way to jumpstart your career in electrical design due to its easy-to-follow video tutorials.

I definitely learned a ton about reading blueprints for residential projects, and it is quickly becoming useful in my job. I would definitely recommend this course for people that want to deepen their knowledge about blueprints and residential or commercial projects!

I think the Courses are great, its been a huge confidence booster. I love the fact that it's self-paced. As Someone who is new to the construction industry, VDCI has given me a solid foundation and understanding of blueprint reading. I feel that I can instantly apply what I have learned to the field. This program has boosted my knowledge as well as my confidence. I look forward to taking other courses, as I have been quite pleased with my first experience.

I highly recommend this to anyone that is getting into a field where they will need to know how to read and interpret drawings and blueprints. Even if someone has some experience with it already, more than likely they will still be able to take away some new knowledge. The courses were very straight forward and to the point. I have zero experience with anything residential but going forward I feel I have a much better knowledge base and more confidence. I was able to learn a lot and I know I will be able to apply it to my current job and become an even more valuable employee.

I got a lot of experience with VDCI. The teacher, Michael Wilson, is the greatest teacher ever. I appreciate him. Thank you.

I thought that learning Revit online would be difficult, but having the ability to review the videos and transcripts allowed me to follow the class with ease. Completing Revit training online proved to be both effective and convenient. The ability to work at my own pace within structured timeframes made the learning process highly manageable. The support provided through chat was prompt, clear, and very helpful in addressing questions along the way. I would highly recommend this course to professionals who are seeking to learn Revit for the first time or to further enhance their skills.

It was very engaging and easy to follow!

I work for a material handling company where we are often asked to maximize warehouse space for efficiency. AutoCAD helps greatly to achieve this goal and the VDCI courses do a wonderful job in breaking down the AutoCAD functionality so that it works towards our intended purposes. The offered courses at VDCI are a great investment for anyone looking to utilize AutoCAD to its full potential. The course was paced really well and wasn't overwhelming. The instructor did a good job not skipping steps just because they had to be repeated. In my opinion, a big part of the learning curve with AutoCAD is repetition so that the workflow becomes ingrained. The course does well with this methodology.

Been learning Revit from YouTube and articles online. This course made learning the basics much simpler. Quizzes and Hands-on exercises made memorization of the material easy, and the videos provided are pretty straight-forward.

After taking the Blueprint Reading Course, I feel confident in starting a new career in sales in the construction industry. Very good informative class for someone who is new to blueprint reading.

The experience was eye opening and showed me that my current skill set is at a higher, perceptive, leadership level than what the world portrays or I even imagined. I look forward to taking further classes to continue towards the path of developing, designing, and creating high-rise, condominium complexes. I also deeply appreciated my professor staying on top of my progress and notifying me when I was falling behind. Deep respects.

Very informative course, easy to understand , and I learned a lot.

The teaching methodology is great. All the necessary course content was covered with great detail and the quizzes and projects made the learning compulsory. The overall experience was amazing. The way the course was taught built my confidence and prepared me for my career change. After going through the entire course, my Civil 3D knowledge has increased a lot.

The blueprint reading class was thorough, easy to follow, and supported by smooth, well-organized content. It made learning straightforward and enjoyable. I’d recommend it to anyone wanting a clear path to understanding construction plans.

Course was great, dry material but the course overall was easy to navigate.

VDCI courses have furthered my knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks. So far I'm using a different CAD software for manufacturing.

It flowed nicely from module to module, building on skills. Sharpened my technical skills.

Truly a wonderful learning experience, teacher spoke with clarity explained everything thoroughly, videos were visually clear and easy to see. Tests were common sense so pay attention! Overall a wonderful experience! Five Star class!

This class really helped me understand a breakdown of the plans a lot better. The teacher was able to explain thoroughly what each class will focus on and gave detailed descriptions of each item he was referring to. I had a great experience in learning this course! After really diving into the plans, I have a greater understanding of what each set of plans is explaining and referring to. Thank you!

Amazing course. The videos were consistent and provided clear understanding on the fundamentals of blueprint reading. I was able to up-skill my blueprint reading skills and estimate construction projects without guidance from other team members.

That was a good experience. I recommend it to everyone.

The activities really helped me learned Civil3D better. Overall, this course helped me land a job that specializes Land Development. I’ve been using a lot of things I learned from VDCI at my job. The training gave me the basic knowledge to be able to easily fit in a job that uses Civil3D everyday.

I really liked how the training was structured and easy to follow, even for someone new to Revit. The mix of hands-on exercises and step-by-step guidance made it simple to build confidence with the software. The course gave me a strong foundation in Revit, which I can now apply as I pursue opportunities in construction and BIM-related roles. It’s already made me feel more prepared for conversations with industry professionals and opened doors for my next career steps.

I would like to express my utmost satisfaction with my experience at VDCI, which I rate as exceptional. I particularly appreciated the instructor's expertise and the clarity of the instruction, which significantly enhanced my understanding. As a direct result of this training, I have been promoted to Superintendent for a new project within my organization. I am grateful for the positive impact of this experience.

I really enjoyed the communication with others in the class and ease of use. I learned a lot! I learned to do window and door take-offs which helped me advance in my career.

I like being able to work at my own pace for the online training. It was a great introduction course for me to start a new career path in drafting and permitting.

I loved the flexibility and convenience of being able to still work a full time job and take VDCI training courses on the side. It has helped me to understand how to read plans in a more in depth way.

The training was very well-structured and easy to follow, with practical examples I could apply right away in my work. Revit files are very common in any project. Now I can navigate through them and gather important information about the architect’s design, as well as share ideas back with them to coordinate more efficiently.

Definitely would rate my experience and course 5 out of 5. Love the instructor and very valuable criteria. I enjoyed learning more Civil 3D skills from a very skilled and knowledgeable Civil 3D instructor. You can tell the instructor was well versed and explained things very well. This training helped me out exponentially for my career. I’ve been able to utilize and grow with my organization thanks to VDCI. I plan to take more and truly appreciate all of your help.

I enjoyed the efficiency of the VDCI training. Some training can get repetitive and ramble on, but this training was smooth and got the points across without sounding like a broken record. Very well done on the training videos! This training helped me learn how to properly read blueprints to get quotes to my customers in a timely manner.