AutoCAD Steel Structure Designer Course 2016-2022

Understand the relative coordinate system and its relation to the absolute coordinate system with the origin at zero. Use the previous point to plot moves and return to start.

Explore the polar coordinate system in AutoCAD, learn how to draw lines using polar syntax from the origin, with angles in positive (anti-clockwise) and negative (clockwise) directions.

Set the origin in the hatch tool by choosing a corner or center to start the pattern from this point, so blocks align from the origin; then close to apply.

Learn how to create associative hatches in AutoCAD by linking hatch objects to sketches, enabling automatic updates when the geometry changes. Compare this with non-associative hatches that require manual edits.

Learn to create a wipeout in AutoCAD to hide or mask an area, adjust frames and text, and manage hatch visibility for clean, printable drawings.

Master copy tools in AutoCAD, selecting objects, choosing a base point, and creating multiple copies with precise second-point placement. Learn to paste between files and work with blocks.

Learn how to scale objects in AutoCAD using the scale tool, set a base point, apply scale factors, copy scaled objects, and use reference drawings to achieve accurate dimensions.

Master the trim tool in AutoCAD 2021 and above by selecting it from the modify tool and trimming objects. Learn keyboard shortcuts and note differences for 2020 and earlier.

Use the extend tool in AutoCAD 2021 and above to extend lines to the next boundary or object, guided by near to object proximity and the x shortcut.

Learn to blend curves in AutoCAD by selecting two lines to create a tangential connection, with the blend maintaining a border and allowing further control of vertices.

Master the rectangular array tool in AutoCAD to quickly arrange multiple objects into configurable columns and rows, adjust spacing, and edit through associations.

Learn how to lengthen lines and adjust alignments in AutoCAD using delta values, percentage scaling, and total length controls, with dynamic edits to objects.

Master the break tool in AutoCAD to create a break between two points, break selected objects, and control breakpoints on arcs and circles with precise distances.

Master copying nested objects in AutoCAD by selecting blocks, copying items inside blocks, and creating multiple copies with ease for efficient block management.

Learn to remove duplicate objects in AutoCAD using the delete duplicates tool to clean up sketches and prevent dark areas in prints.

Master AutoCAD snap tools, toggled by f9, using grid snap, isometric snap, polar snap, and snap settings to draw precise lines with defined unit steps and angles.

Master ortho mode (F8) to draw horizontal or vertical lines with auto mode on. Use the polar coordinate system, snap, and copy and move tools to construct precise geometry.

Adjust line weight in AutoCAD to ensure proper printing output by applying line rate settings and verifying lines before final output.

Use the AutoCAD quick measure tool to instantly show distances, angles, circle radii, areas, and perimeters on floor plans, enabling fast, click-free area calculations.

Utilize Quick Select to pick areas, layers, or text, and use Select All to grab all objects across a drawing for efficient AutoCAD editing.

Select the object, open properties, and apply a color directly from color options or the color book. Use layers to control colors for better presentation rather than per-object changes.

Learn to configure AutoCAD dimension style by adding primary and alternate units, adjusting display options, prefixes, suffixes, and formats for feet and inches.

Reassociate objects in AutoCAD by using annotate tools, select object, specify the first and second extension points, and switch to free associate to automatically link lines and points.

In AutoCAD, learn to create a center line between two lines using the centerline tool, select the first and second lines, and adjust color, line type, scale, and extension.

Explore quick leader settings in AutoCAD, including annotation leader lines, text framing and justification, text reuse, tolerance and control frames, block references, attachment positions, and rotation options.

Learn to create a feature control frame in AutoCAD using geometric tolerancing, selecting diameter symbols, datum data, and conditions like maximum material condition and projected tolerance zone.