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Learn the Basics of AutoCAD & Pro Architectural Home Design
All students seeking experience in residential design-build
Created byMassimo Eramo
Last updated 9/2019
English
What you'll learn
- The basics of the AutoCAD program and how to complete professional architectural design drawings
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Course content
4 sections • 57 lectures • 2h 43m total length
- Introduction - Welcome0:30
AutoCAD can be downloaded for FREE as an educational version from the AUTODESK site
www.autodesk.com/education/free-software/autocad
- Hard copy of the AutoCAD Manual0:02
- Exercise Sheet0:03
Complete all exercises listed on this sheet in relationship will the the assignments listed in the AutoCAD Manual. Create an AutoCAD folder, save each exercise individually in the assigned folder for future reference.
- Answer Sheet0:07
In this folder you will find all 25 exercises completed assignments in PDF. Please complete your assignments as accurately as possible to these examples using the AutoCAD program.
- LESSON 1: Introduction to AutoCAD Manual5:18
The purpose of this program is to assist you in Computer Aid Design, also known as CAD. An advantage to CAD is the degree of accuracy. This program has replaced the traditional way of drafting with pencil and paper.
- LESSON 2: Basic Geometry0:20
In this lesson you will begin exploring basic autoCAD commands. Refer to tricks below to assist you.
Basic AutoCAD tricks:
- To turn ON/OFF the x,y symbol in the lower left hand corner of your screen, command: UCSICON then select off
- F3 will turn OSNAPS ON/OFF
- F8 ORTHO, when ON it allows you to move Vertically 90, 270 degree or Horizontally 0,180 degree or when OFF at any degree
- LESSON 3: Lines, Circles & Arcs3:58
In this lesson you will learn how to draw simple shapes.
- LESSON 3.1: Lesson 3.1 Circle Command, Exercise 1.47:53
Explore the AutoCAD circle command, using freehand, radius, diameter, and tangent constraints with osnaps; complete exercise 1.4 by creating multiple circles and a 0.7 tangent circle.
- LESSON 4: Absolute Co-Ordinates2:05
In this lesson you will gain an understanding of the AutoCAD grid fission drawing area.
- LESSON 5: Relative Co-Ordinates2:22
In this lesson you will gain an understanding of the AutoCAD grid fission drawing area.
- LESSON 6: Polar Co-ordinates2:45
In this lesson you will gain an understanding of the AutoCAD grid fission drawing area.
- LESSON 7: Display Commands, Redraw, Regen, Zoom & Pan3:24
In this lesson you will learn commands that alter the display of the autoCAD program (the views).
- LESSON 7.1 : Lesson 7.1 Recap on "What are Display Commands"0:26
Understand that a display command, including disk display command, only affects what you see and does not alter the actual drawing; refer to manual pages 15–18 for details.
- LESSON 8: EDIT Commands 1 Pg 19, Offset, Trim & Extend6:55
Explore the offset, trim, and extend edit commands in AutoCAD, including offsetting lines by a set distance, trimming to boundaries, and extending lines to reach a target point.
- LESSON 9: Exercise 3 pg 22 in the AutoCAD manul11:21
Use AutoCAD to draw a 2x2 box with line and offset, then trim to shape; create horizontal and vertical lines at 0.25 and 0.5 to form grids for exercises 3.1–3.3.
- LESSON 10: Page 23 Orthographic Drawings18:00
Master three orthographic views from a 3D AutoCAD drawing—top, front, and right side—using offset, miter lines, and hidden line techniques with proper dimensions and labeling.
- LESSON 11: Edit Commands 2 Pg 240:35
master editing commands to modify objects quickly, including selecting objects, undo and redo, erase, array, move, copy, rotate, scale, mirror, and fill.
- LESSON 11.1: Selecting Objects (OSNAP), Oops, Undo & Redo5:33
Master selecting objects with osnap in AutoCAD, adjust snap settings via shift-right-click, and use undo, redo, copy, move, and erase for precise edits.
- LESSON 11.2: Erase Command2:11
Use the erase command in AutoCAD: press e, enter, drag to a green area to erase touched objects; drag to blue area to erase line segments, and undo to revert.
- LESSON 11.3: Array Command1:11
Select an object, choose the rectangular array option, and create multiple copies with adjustable columns, rows, and spacing.
- LESSON 11.3.1: Polar Array Command4:32
Master the polar array command to rotate copies around a center point and compare it with a rectangular array. Create circles on a large circle, then apply center lines.
- LESSON 11.4: Move Command1:12
Activate the move command to relocate lines or a segment, using a base point for accuracy and equal spacing, or explode arrays to convert them into individual segments.
- LESSON 11.5: Copy Command0:22
Master the copy command in AutoCAD by activating via the icon or typing copy, selecting the objects to copy, choosing a base point, and repeating to create multiple copies.
- LESSON 11.6: Rotate Command0:39
Master the rotate command in AutoCAD: rotate from a base point with ortho on for 90-degree steps, off for any angle, and use undo to restore.
- LESSON 11.7: Scale Command1:00
Use the scale command in AutoCAD to resize objects by selecting a target and entering a scale factor (2 for double, 3 for triple, 0.5 for half).
- LESSON 11.8: Mirror Command1:04
Learn how to use the mirror command in AutoCAD to flip an object across a base point, mirror it to the other side, and decide whether to erase the source.
- LESSON 11.9: Fillet Command3:38
Use the fillet command to create 90-degree angles between lines in AutoCAD and set a radius. Right-click repeats the last command, and you can customize shortcuts for speed.
- LESSON 12: Layers7:34
Create and manage layers in AutoCAD, set colors and line types, and toggle visibility and scale to keep drawings organized and accurate.
- LESSON 12.1: The Star4:29
Draw a quick star on page 55, then create color-labeled layers for each line (yellow, green, cyan, red) with dotted, hidden, phantom, and center linetypes, then adjust scale and save.
- LESSON 13: Polylines, Creating Polylines from Scratch Exercise 6.2 Pg 584:21
Create polylines from scratch or existing geometry as one connected line with adjustable thickness. Practice drawing a section arrow by changing width and finalizing with enter.
- LESSON 13.1: Creating Polylines from Existing Geometry1:33
Turn existing geometry, such as a rectangular box composed of multiple line segments, into a single polyline. Use the P Edit command to join the segments into one continuous polyline.
- LESSON 13.2: Calculating Area and Perimeter2:31
Learn how to calculate area and perimeter in AutoCAD by selecting an entity, using the area command, and switching between metric and imperial units to determine square footage.
- LESSON 14: Inquiry Commands, Time, Distance, List & Help1:51
Discover basic AutoCAD inquiry commands: time, distance, list, and help, and use them to view file creation time, inspect line segments, and explore area calculations.
- LESSON 15: Cross Hatching Command1:49
Explore the cross hatching command in AutoCAD to fill areas with hatch patterns for floor plans and architectural designs, adjust the scale, and edit hatch patterns to distinguish drawing elements.
- Lesson 16: Text Command1:38
Use the text command to create and position text in AutoCAD, specifying height, rotation angle, and top view, then copy, move into place, and edit text by double-clicking.
- Lesson 17: Dimensions, Basic Linear and Angular Dimensions6:59
Learn to set up linear and angular dimensions in AutoCAD, with architectural units, dimension styles, text, arrows, and leaders for accurate measurements.
- LESSON 18: Block Overview7:11
Learn how AutoCAD blocks eliminate repetitive drawings by creating reusable items like door swings, sinks, water closets, and windows, then insert, explode, and stretch blocks with absolute coordinates.
- LESSON 18.1: Blocks Within a Drawing2:17
Create and reuse blocks in a drawing by naming the object, selecting an insertion point, and saving as a block or wblock for future use, such as the bike example.
- LESSON 18.2: Inserting Blocks0:42
Insert blocks in AutoCAD by using the insert pull-down and selecting block options, then place the block on screen. To modify later, explode the block to edit the drawing.
- Design Drawings0:05
Congratulations you have now completed the AutoCAD Manual by completing all 25 assignments listed on the Exercise Sheet in the previous section. At this point you have gained an understanding of how the AutoCAD program works. You are now ready to learn the theory of Residential Home Design & Construction and learn how to apply it using the AutoCAD Program, this being the main focus of this section.
In this section you will complete these assignments:
1. Reproduce the Typical Wall Section to your best of knowledge, not to scale (meaning not to the actual size but freehand). You will find a completed example of this assignment under the "What is a Typical Wall Section?" subtitle. Please print a copy for your reference.
NOTE: Before you begin to design any of the bellow assignments please open provided title blocks drawings. All units are to be in imperial.
2. Reproduce the "Main Floor Plan" accurately as provided. Remember to print the Printable Main Floor Plan for your hard copy reference.
NOTE: Begin on the outer line at a corner and then offsetting inward 4" representing brick and 6" representing the 2x6 stud wall.
3. Reproduce the "Foundation Plan" accurately as provided. Remember to print the Printable Foundation Plan for your hard copy reference.
4. Reproduce the "Front, Rear & Side Elevations" as provided. Remember to print a copy for your hard copy reference.
5. Reproduce the "Section & Notes" as provided. Remember to print a copy for your hard copy reference.
6. Reproduce the "Roof Plan" as provided. Remember to print a copy for your hard copy reference.
- UNIT 1: WALL SECTION : What is a Typical Wall Section?0:01
A Typical Wall Section is a detailed drawing of a cut out section of a structure/house providing an ample amount of accurate information to allow a contractor to build according to specifications indicated by the designer following the local Building Code.
A Building Code is specific regulations that provide minimum/maximum specifications according to Province. In Ontario we follow the OBC which stands for Ontario Building Codes.
Before you begin designing a Main Floor Plan you must gain a better understanding of how a house is constructed and to understand the materials used in order to construct the structure. Learning the Typical Wall Section will give you an understanding in detail starting from the Bottom and working your way to the Top.
Copy & paste the address below in a new window to view lesson:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKc7yYurPis
- WALL SECTION 1.1 : The Typical Wall Section & Construction Theory PowerPoint32:21
In his presentation you will learn the Construction Theory and Practice of the Typical Wall Section
- WALL SECTION 1.2 : How to begin a Typical Wall Section drawing assignment0:04
Copy & paste the link below into a new window:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aw9BHMVqKZg
- WALL SECTION 1.3 : Typical Wall Section Assignment0:03
ASSIGNMENT: Reproduce the Typical Wall Section as provided.
- UNIT 2: Main Floor Plan0:02
In this unit you will learn how to start and complete Floor Plan design drawings now that you have learned the TYPICAL WALL SECTION . By reproducing floor plan design drawings given to you below you will gain the undesting and experience to create you own future custom architectural design drawings.
Please print a hard copy of the Printable Main Floor Plan for your resources. Your assignment is to reproduce the exact drawing.
- MAIN FLOOR PLAN 2.1: What is a Floor Plan?0:03
Copy & paste the link below into a new window:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_bEps3hJLI
- MAIN FLOOR PLAN 2.2: A4 Main Floor Plan0:01
MAIN FLOOR PLAN ASSIGNMENT , assignment attached.
NOTE: PLease print a hard copy for your reference found in Lecture 48.
Here you will find a completed copy of the Main Floor PLan assignment in colour. Do not get overwhelmed as you will easily complete this assignment if you follow the steps listed below:
STEP 1: Open provided TITLE BLOCK. The units should be set for you.
STEP 2: Select a corner of the home plan and begin to offset the outer perimeter of the plan using the provided dimensions. Complete outer lines and the offset 4" inwards which represents BRICK and 6" inwards which represents the STUD WALL.
STEP 3: Using provided dimensions, create the interior walls, stairs, cabinets etc..
STEP 4: Insert or create the windows and place them in their assigned location based on the centre window dimensions.
STEP 5: Label rooms & Hatch
Step 6: Add interior and exterior dimensions, adjust any interfering text.
Follow these steps for the Foundation Plan and if you create a second floor plan. You may consider to copy the outer perimeter line of your plan to use as a starting point for your next drawing.
- MAIN FLOOR PLAN 2.3: BLACK & WHITE PRINTABLE A4 Main Floor Plan0:02
- **ATTENTION** Begin Floor Plan Drawing here**0:04
Open and save this AutoCAD file to you hard drive. In this file you will find all necessary Title Blocks with notes. Reproduce all plans in this file and move them into their appropriate title block when complete. Once in this file you will be able to use the INSERT command which will allow you to insert Blocks that I have created for you (eg. LAV for sinks, WC for toilets, DR's for door swings, 2FTWINDOW etc). Use the EXPLODE command to separate the blocks from polylines when inserted. A 2FTWINDOW may be inserted at 2 foot but it can be exploded and then you can use the STRETCH command to manipulate the size. Also you may find existing LAYERS that you may choose to use in your drawing.
- LESSON 3: Foundation Plan
FOUNDATION PLAN ASSIGNMENT , assignment attached.
Please print a hard copy of the Printable Foundation Plan found in Lecture 51. Your assignment is to reproduce the exact drawing.
- FOUNDATION PLAN 3.1: BLACK & WHITE PRINTABLE A3 Foundation Plan0:03
- LESSON 4: Front & Rear Elevations
Reproduce the front and rear elevation, assignment attached.
- LESSON 5: Left & Right Side Elevations0:01
- LESSON 6: Section & Notes
- Lesson 6.1: Cross Section0:01
- LESSON 7: Roof Plan0:01
- Lesson 1: Construction Terminology0:02
Copy & paste the link below in a new window.
www.completedesign.cc/client-resources/dictionary-of-construction-terminology
Requirements
- Be able to download the FREE Educational AutoCAD software from the Autodesk site
Description
This is an excellent course for all students at an Advanced Elementary, Secondary, College/University level student wanting to pursue a career to become an Architect, Structural or Civil Engineer, Home Builder, Contractor, Interior Decorator, Renovator, Property Investor. This program will allow you to be architecturally inclined upon completion. FREE AutoCAD Educational download from Autodesk.
This is an EASY 2 PART course with approximately 2hr 40min of instructional video to assist in a series of practical assignments to give you the confidence to design a FULL set of professional Architectural Design Drawings. Divided into two sections titled AutoCAD Manual and Design Drawings.
In this course you will:
1. Learn the AutoCAD Program, no experience required.
2. Learn how to complete professional Architectural Design Plans for permit submission , construction, pricing, room layout, etc... no experience required.
Who this course is for:
- Beginners, Professional Engineers, Architects, Builders, Renovators,Contractors, Drafts People, Property Investors,