More and more AutoCAD users are venturing out of their traditional and familiar two-dimensional world to explore the possibilities of 3D space. Thanks to many software enhancements in this area, 3D is an increasingly useful and widespread tool. But the leap into three dimensions requires some changes in thinking and drawing habits.
The AutoCAD 2007 3D Drawing and Modeling class introduces users who are proficient with AutoCAD’s 2D commands to the concepts and methods of 3D modeling. The course gives a thorough grounding in 3D fundamentals and explores the main features of AutoCAD’s advanced 3D workspace.
AutoCAD Training Prerequisistes
Before taking this course, students require a good working skill level in AutoCAD. A minimum of 80 hours of work experience with AutoCAD is recommended.
AutoCAD Training Topics
- 3D viewing techniques
- Working with simple and composite solids
- Creating complex solids and surfaces
- Creating & modifying 3D objects
- Converting 3D objects and creating composite solids
- Perspectives & rendering
- Creating 2D drawings from 3D models
- Working with a User Coordinate System
- Getting information about the model
AutoCAD Training Course Duration
24 hours
AutoCAD Training Course outline
Module 1: Basic 3D Concepts
Section 1: Foundations
- Why Use 3D?
- Introduction to the 3D Workspace
- 3D Navigation
- Introduction to the User Coordinate System
Section 2: Simple Solids
- Working with Solid Primitives
- Working with Composite Solids
Module 2: Solid Modeling
Section 1: Creating Solids and Surfaces from 2D Objects
- Complex 3D Geometry
- Extruded Solids and Surfaces
- Swept Solids and Surfaces
- Revolved Solids and Surfaces
- Lofted Solids and Surfaces
Section 2: Tools for Modifying 3D Objects
- Moving and Rotating in 3D Space
- Editing Components of Solids
- Aligning Objects
- Mirroring Objects in 3D
- Arraying Objects in 3D
- Fillets and Chamfers on Solids
- Slicing a Solid along a Plane
Module 3: Converting and Advanced Editing Solids
Section 1: Converting 3D Elements
- Adding Thickness to 2D Objects
- Converting Objects to Surfaces
- Converting Objects to Solids
Section 2: Advanced Solid Editing
- Using the SOLIDEDIT Command
- Offsetting and Extruding Faces
- Moving and Rotating Faces
- Tapering a Face
- Creating a Shell
- Removing Faces
- Additional Commands
Module 4: Visualizing the 3D Model
Section 1: Refining the View
- Managing Views in 3D
- Working with Sections
- Working with Cameras
- Walking and Flying Through Models
Section 2: Realistic Views
- Creating Visual Styles
- Working with Materials
- Adding Lights and Shadows
- Rendering Concepts
Module 5: Working Drawings from 3D Objects
Section 1: Working with Layouts
- Review of Layouts and Viewports
- Creating and Scaling Viewports
- Controlling Viewport Display
- Floating Viewports Setup
Section 2: 2D Drawings from 3D Models
- 2D Views from 3D Solids
- Creating Hidden Line Views from Solids
- Creating Profiles from Solids
- Creating Technical Drawings with Flatshot
- Inserting Rendered Images
- Dimensioning in Layouts
Module 6: Advanced 3D Tools
Section 1: Working with the User Coordinate System
- UCS Basics
- The UCS X, Y, and Z Options
- Working with Multiple UCSs
- Saving a UCS by Name
- OrthoGraphic UCSs
Section 2: Additional Tools for Working in 3D
- Interference Checking
- Getting Information about 3D Objects
Section 3: Additional Drawing Projects
