Description

This introductory AutoCAD training allows participants to become familiar with the most widely used CAD software. They will learn the fundamentals of creating technical drawings and plans.
 

Who is this training for ?

For whom ?

• Technicians, draftsmen, design office managers, architects, interior designers, construction professionals, landscape designers, urban planners, and anyone required to use AutoCAD.

Prerequisites

Training objectives

Acquire the essential basics of Autocad software to produce 2D plans and drawings.

Create and produce technical plans and drawings with Autocad.

Training program

• Getting Started with AutoCAD
  • Navigating the interface: screen areas, menus, and toolbars.
  • Setting up and using the mouse.
  • Entering and using commands.
  • Understanding different file formats.
• Creating Drawings with AutoCAD
  • Start a new drawing project.
  • Design an object using lines and hatching.
  • Draw geometric shapes: circles, arcs, and ellipses.
  • Use drawing aids: object snaps, grid, coordinate guides, and more.
• Editing and Structuring a Drawing
  • Use toolbars for editing operations.
  • Modify object attributes.
  • Build new elements from existing objects.
  • Manage layers to organize the drawing.
  • Create and use reusable blocks.
• Managing Text and Styles in AutoCAD
  • Add annotations and dimensions to the drawing.
  • Configure styles for dimensions, tolerances, callouts, units, and more.
  • Create multiline text and choose appropriate text styles and fonts.
• Annotating and Composing Plans
  • Create a layout plan (sheet).
  • Work with model space and paper space.
  • Manage scales and display settings.
  • Build libraries of reusable resources.
• Import and export files
  • Import and export files in various compatible formats.
  • Manage and save layouts.
  • Prepare and edit plans for printing (printer/plotter).