Autodesk AutoCAD / CAD - Beginner to an advanced level
What you'll learn
- On completion, you will have gained the skills and knowledge to take a project from start to finish, utilizing all tools and drawing methods.
- You will be taught how to create your own types of text, dimensions, layers, and blocks to use in your own working environment.
- All tools will be explained in detail by their true definitions, illustrated with easy-to-follow images, and put into practice with guided exercises.
- Setting you up to work on your own as well as understand typical office standards.
- At the end of the course is an extra section where you can request a video explainer on any issues you are having.
- Includes 10 quizzes, 13 practical's with solutions, 7 practice exercises with solutions, 1 main project, 2 practice exam and 1 final ACU exam!
- Available for download to view offline.
- This course is based on the Windows version of AutoCAD, not Apple MAC compliant.
Requirements
- No prior knowledge of AutoCAD is required.
- Students should have a good working knowledge of how to use a PC, this course does not cover the MAC software.
- A working mouse with a scroll wheel is essential.
- A second screen is recommended to view the videos while using AutoCAD on the other.
- AutoCAD software must be installed, 30-day free trial available from Autodesk. The first section of this course will guide you through the download and install process if you have not done so already.
Description
Whether you are self-taught and want to fill in the gaps to become more efficient and productive, or you have never used the software before, this Autodesk AutoCAD course will give you a solid foundation to become a confident AutoCAD user and develop advanced skills.
This comprehensive course is the perfect start to your career in CAD design. This course will give you a competitive edge in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees.
As one of the leading course providers and most renowned e-learning specialists, I am committed to providing you with the best educational experience possible. This course is designed by an industry expert to help you learn quickly and efficiently, at your own pace and convenience.
Course Aspects
I have been teaching this course in person and online since 2017 and have perfected the course material, teaching method, and explanations to ensure all the bases are covered and the student has a full understanding of the software.
Your level of experience will develop as we progress through the course, rather than overloading you from the start with unnecessary information that you will not use.
We start with the basic features of each tool and then move on to the more advanced features as the course progresses, continually putting these newly acquired skills to practice with multiple exercises.
Course Topics
Interface: Start Tab, Templates, Application Menu, Quick Access Toolbar, InfoCentre, Layout Tabs, Status Bar, Options, Mouse controls, Navigation, Object Selection,
Drawing Tools: Line, Polyline, Circle, Rectangle, Polygon, Ellipse, Hatch, Gradient, Spline, Object Snap
Drawing Methods: Absolute & Relative Coordinates, Orthomode, Grid & Snap, Polar Tracking
Modification Tools: Move, Copy, Stretch, Rotate, Mirror, Scale, Trim, Extend, Fillet, Chamfer, Array, Erase, Explode, Offset, Align, Join,
Annotation: Text, Dimension, Leader, create own styles
Layers: Colour Manager, Linetype Manager, Lineweight Manager, Creation, properties, application, functions
Blocks: Create, Edit, Insert, Design Centre
Palettes: Properties, Blocks, Layers, Command-Line, Design Centre
Layout: Viewports, Page Setups, Printing
I continually update this course to keep it up to date with the new releases as well as the addition of new videos and practice exercises.
I look forward to seeing you in class!
Who this course is for:
- This course has been designed for beginners to an advanced level
- Existing users looking for a refresher course
- Want to improve your drawing skills, find out tips & tricks from an industry professional
- AutoCAD is not only used by Architects & Engineers, it suits all types of drafting
- Great preparation for the Autodesk Certified User exam (ACU)
Instructor
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- 4.7 Instructor Rating
- 8,874 Reviews
- 46,136 Students
- 2 Courses
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Steve Fagan has a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology and 10 years of practical experience working for an award-winning residential development company in London as well as his own company - S15Studio. He undertook all project-related design and management tasks requiring him to design, draw and coordinate multiple high-rise residential buildings from the beginning of every project, no matter what the scale or scope of the project was.
All design tasks were developed using AutoCAD and Revit, which Steve has been using for 15 years. He has been certified by Autodesk as a Professional under the ACP and he is also a certified trainer under the ATP. Steve has extensive experience as a trainer teaching small and large groups both in-situ, in a classroom, and online digitally. He has been retained to train primarily in the UK but has had opportunities to teach in a number of European countries.