This course is aimed at new users of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT.
A working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and design and drafting concepts is recommended before attending this course.
Getting Started
- Communicating with AutoCAD
- Understanding the AutoCAD user interface
- Getting out of trouble
- Options for starting a drawing
- Managing drawing files
Viewing a Drawing
- Understanding drawing scale in AutoCAD
- Moving around a drawing in “real time”
- Time-saving display tools
Basic Drafting Tools
- Using different coordinate systems in CAD
- Using object snaps to control accuracy
- Saving time with running osnaps
- Your electronic T-square Creating and Editing 2D Geometry
- Creating lines, circles, and arcs in AutoCAD
- Erasing, moving, copying, scaling, and rotating objects
- Using grips for better editing
Managing Object Properties
- Adding windows
- Organising drawing geometry using layers
- Working with different linetypes
- Options for changing object properties
Basic Drawing Techniques
- Using AutoCAD to make objects parallel, longer, repeat, or symmetrical
- Trim unwanted segments, round object corners
- Creating orthographic views
Saving Time with Blocks
- Draw something once and use it many times over
- Using a library of drawing components
- Using components from other drawings
Drawing Annotation
- Use single and multiline text
- Learning dimension techniques
- Dimensioning angles, arcs and circles
- Quick dimensions
Working with Layouts
- Creating sheets for plotting
- Using viewports
- Setting layouts to plot to scale
Improving Drawing Appearance
- How to use hatch patterns to represent different parts or materials
Getting Your Drawings Out
- Plotting options, controlling plotting scale
The course runs from 9:30am to 4:30pm, through virtual, tutor led delivery.
You will learn with a small group of people with a maximum of 6 delegates. A specialist tutor will guide and encourage you through all the learning necessary to develop your skills and questions are always welcome.
Online Delivery
A link to the online training platform will be sent before the course, simply click the link and follow the instructions.
- The platform is Adobe Connect
- You can be located anywhere in the world with an internet connection and your computer
- Delegates will receive an official AutoDesk certification of completion