Avatech Solutions Hosts Baltimore CAD Camp

Attendees to enjoy an in-depth review of the entire AutodeskR 2007 product line-up

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - March 21, 2006 - Avatech Solutions, Inc. (OTCBB: AVSO.OB), the recognized leader in design and engineering, product lifecycle management, and facilities management solutions, announced today it will host a Baltimore CAD Camp training event together with Autodesk User Group International (AUGI). The Avatech-hosted AUGI CAD Camp will be held April 25th in Baltimore, MD.

In addition to the hours of expert training on a choice of Autodesk products, this event presents a rare opportunity to see the 2007 Autodesk product line up close with an Autodesk technical expert. A special presentation by Autodesk Technical Marketing Manager Heidi Hewett will outline the power and productivity advantages of AutoCADR 2007.

"Avatech's certified training and services professionals are master users of Autodesk products," said Scott Harris, President and CEO of Avatech Solutions. "They know all the tricks, and they share their knowledge in an entertaining and informative way. As part of our ongoing dedication to improving the design process through education, we're pleased to host AUGI CAD Camps throughout the year."

"Our commitment to bringing these unique training events to locations across the country is bolstered by the positive feedback we receive from our members," said Rich Uphus, AUGI Global Community Manager. "We're pleased to work with Avatech Solutions - their expertise makes them an ideal official host for AUGI CAD Camps."

Avatech Shares Industry Experience and Product Expertise The Autodesk-certified training professionals teaching at CAD Camp include nationally recognized CAD gurus Matt Murphy and Robert Green, along with Avatech employees Joe Hedrick, Carl Smith, and Beau Turner. Their specially developed CAD Camp curriculum will reveal how best to leverage new features, and they will also share productivity tips for Autodesk's industry-specific family of products.

Participants can choose from many Autodesk product-focused sessions as well as general CAD management classes. The product-oriented classes are designed to give attendees productivity-boosting tips and techniques that they can apply immediately. Participants earn one AIA credit for each approved AUGI CAD Camp class attended.

Attendees can select sessions with topics such as: -The Do's and Don'ts of Dynamic Blocks Revealed! -Get the Details in RevitR -Creating and Using Autodesk InventorR iParts and iMates -Site Grading with AutodeskR Civil 3D -The 'Ins' and 'Outs' of Positional Representations in Autodesk InventorR -The AutoLISP 'Crash' Course -Autodesk RevitR: Phases and Design Options -AutoCADR 2006: The Productivity Power of Palettes Revealed! -And many more.

Registration Information 

Complete CAD Camp details, session options, and online registration are available at www.cadcamp.com. Registration is open for six weeks prior to each event. The price includes breakfast, lunch, and all course materials. Register by March 27 to take advantage of discount pricing.

About Avatech Solutions 

An official host of AUGI CAD Camps, Avatech Solutions, Inc. (OTCBB: AVSO.OB) is the recognized leader in design and engineering technology with unparalleled expertise in design automation, data management and process optimization for the manufacturing, engineering, building design and facilities management markets. Headquartered in Owings Mills, Maryland, the company specializes in consulting, software systems integration and implementation, standards development and deployment, education, and technical support. Avatech is one of the largest integrators of Autodesk software worldwide and a leading provider of PLM solutions. The company's clients include industry leaders from Fortune 500 and Engineering News Record's Top 100 companies. 

www.avatech.com 

About AUGI 

AUGI is the Autodesk User Group International, officially recognized by Autodesk as representing the Autodesk user community. AUGI has two prime directives. The first is to assist its members by presenting programs and information that will enhance their use of Autodesk products. The second is to deliver the voice of the user community to Autodesk, thus assisting Autodesk in product development and giving users a say in the process. V

www.AUGI.com 

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