AutoCad Level: Intro to AutoCad

This class is for those interested in learning AutoCAD quickly and efficiently. In this course you will learn to create and modify drawings, create and store blocks for later use, create mechanical drawings or floor plans, and manage bill of materials. Bring a thumb drive of sample work symbols and drawings to class to share with your instructor.

Basic drafting skills is helpful however there is no prerequisite for this class.

• Introduction to Drawings
  • Opening an Existing File
  • Getting a Closer Look; navigate the drawing
  • Saving a File as you work
• View and Display
  • Getting to know the toolbar and command window
• Modify existing drawings
• Titleblocks
• Create New Drawings
• Shapes, Grips and Polylines
• Dimensions
• Add Text to Drawings
• Organize drawings and creating Layers
• Blocks
• Create Tables
• Floor plans and Layouts
• Plott and Print
• Basics of 3d in AutoCAD

• Use of detail drawings to document design vs create new design.
• Discuss the AutoCAD user interface.
• Managing layers within a manufacturer’s organization.
• Building and managing company standards.
• Discuss printing D-size drawings with A or B size laser printer.
• Compare the difference between architectural drawings and mechanical drawings.
• Discuss taking two Dimensional floor plans into 3 Dimensions or into 3d Studio Max
  look at or discuss other AutoDesk products that might help your job
  import/export options. EPS, DXF, IGES, Post Script, PDF.

In this portion of the class we hope to help you with actual work that is from your employer. It is Design Engine’s belief that conducting actual work related tutorials aids in the learning process.

• Floor plans and Layouts
• Plotting and Printing