
Define AutoCAD and the purpose and importance of drawing standards. How to start and Exit AutoCAD. Opening saving and closing files and drawing templates. Use of LINE command. Use of ERASE, UNDO, REDO commands.
Circle, Arc, Ellipse, Pline, Rectangle, Donut Commands are learnt. Line standards and Layers are being created. Different viewports are created for printing and plotting.
Spell check, symbols more about text styles. Modifying objects using Fillet command, Chamfer, Break, join, Lengthen etc. commands. Arranging and Patterning Objects : Move, Rotate, Copy, Align, Mirror and arrays and polar arrays.
Object snap modes: Endpoint, Midpoint, Center, Geometric center, node, quadrant, intersection, extension and auto-tracking. Offset command, divide, measure commands and creation of multi-view drawings. Text styles and multiline text.
Use grips to move, rotate, scale, mirror copy objects. Polyline, spline editing properties using PEDIT and SPLINEDIT. Measure distance, radius diameter angles and are, Time QuickCalc palette
The total amount by which a specific dimension is permitted to vary is tolerance. Editing the dimensions. Creation of tables. Editing the tables no of rows and columns.
Create Dimension styles. Arrows, extension lines, text are being displayed. Linear and Angular dimensioning.
Geometric constraints, Parametric constraints, Dimensional constraints. Section views and Graphic Patterns, Hatch Command. Creation of Standard blocks. Editing the blocks
Block Attributes definition. Insert, edit attributes. Dynamic block introduction. Create, add, rename layouts. Creation of viewports in the layouts.
Preview and plot layouts. Floating viewports to create scaled final drawings. Introduction to Annotative objects. Create sheet sets. Add sheets and manage sheet sets of example and existing drawings.
Course outline video
This comprehensive AutoCAD course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills necessary to create precise 2D and 3D technical drawings and models using AutoCAD, a leading software in the fields of architecture, engineering, design, and construction. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your drafting capabilities, this course will guide you through AutoCAD's interface, tools, and techniques to produce professional-quality drawings.
Through hands-on projects and practical exercises, students will learn how to create, modify, and annotate drawings, manage layers, and utilize AutoCAD’s advanced features such as 3D modeling, rendering, and file management. The course will also cover essential topics like dimensioning, block creation, and printing, equipping students with the knowledge needed to work in real-world design and drafting environments.
This course is divided into 10 lectures.
Navigate AutoCAD’s interface and tools efficiently.
Create and modify 2D drawings using fundamental drawing and editing commands.
Organize drawings with layers, blocks, and annotations.
Learn dimensioning techniques for accurate representation.
Understand 3D modeling fundamentals and create basic 3D objects.
Prepare drawings for printing and presentation.
Collaborate on projects by using file-sharing and collaboration tools within AutoCAD.
Customize AutoCAD for specific design needs with toolsets and templates.
No prior experience with AutoCAD is required for this course. However, basic computer skills and familiarity with drafting concepts will be beneficial.