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AutoCAD Training Overview
This course is suitable for students comfortable with the basics of creating an AutoCAD drawing, as taught in AutoCAD 2007 Level 1. It focuses on using efficiency tools (including grips and tool palettes), drawing with complex objects (including polylines, regions, and advanced text objects), defining blocks and attributes, using external reference files and image files, using layouts and advanced plotting features, creating sheet sets, and enhancing productivity with simple customization.
AutoCAD Training Topics
Essentials
- Productivity tools
- Advanced object types
- Advanced blocks and attributes
- Referencing and sharing information
- Layouts and plotting
- Sheet sets
- Drawing standards and system setup
- Introduction to customization
AutoCAD Training Course Duration
32 hours
AutoCAD Training Course outline
Module 1: Productivity Tools
Section 1: Working Efficiently with AutoCAD
- Selecting a Workspace
- Using the Right-Click Shortcut Menus
- Using the Keyboard Effectively
- Controlling the Drafting Settings
- Tool Palettes
- Self Check: Working Efficiently with AutoCAD
Section 2: Quick Editing Techniques
- Working with Properties
- Using Grips Effectively
- Working in Multiple Drawings
- Self Check: Quick Editing Techniques
Module 2: Advanced Object Types
Section 1: Polylines and Regions
- Using Complex Polylines
- Polylines with Other Commands
- Editing Polylines
- Creating Complex Boundaries
- Working with Regions
- Command Summary
- Self Check: Polylines and Regions
Section 2: Advanced Text Objects
- Using Fields
- Creating Tables
- Tables Modifications and Styles
- Controlling the Draw Order
- Command Summary
- Self Check: Advanced Text Objects
Module 3: Advanced Blocks and Attributes
Section 1: Dynamic Blocks
- Working with Dynamic Blocks
- Creating Dynamic Block Definitions
- Dynamic Block Authoring Tools
- Command Summary
- Self Check: Dynamic Blocks
Section 2: Attributes
- Inserting Blocks with Attributes
- Editing Attribute Values
- Defining Attributes
- Redefining Blocks with Attributes
- Extracting Attributes
- Command Summary
- Self Check: Attributes
Module 4: Referencing and Sharing Information
Section 1: External References
- Attaching External References
- Modifying External References
- Xref Specific Information
- Binding Xrefs
- Editing Image and DWF References
- Editing an XREF “In Place” (Optional)
- Command Summary
- Self Check: External References
Section 2: Other Tools for Collaboration
- eTransmit
- Hyperlinks
- Self Check: Other Tools for Collaboration
Module 5: Layouts and Plotting
Section 1: Working with Layouts
- Layout Concepts: A Review
- Controlling Viewport Display
- Creating Additional Viewports
- Annotating Layouts
- Command Summary
- Self Check: Working with Layouts
Section 2: Advanced Plotting Features
- Managing Plotters
- DWF Plotting and Viewing
- Publishing Drawing Sets
- Plot Styles
- Self Check: Advanced Plotting
Module 6: Sheet Sets
Section 1: Introduction to Sheet Sets
- Overview of Sheet Sets
- Creating Sheet Sets
- Creating Sheets in Sheet Sets
- Adding Views to Sheets
- Importing Layouts to Sheet Sets
- Self Check: Introduction to Sheet Sets
Section 2: Publishing and Customizing Sheet Sets
- Transmitting and Archiving Sheet Sets
- Publishing Sheet Sets
- Customizing Sheet Sets
- Custom Blocks for Sheet Sets
- Self Check: Publishing and Customizing Sheet Sets
Module 7: Drawing Standards and System Setup
Section 1: Maintaining Standards
- Drawing Standards
- Managing Layers
- Managing Dimension Styles
- DesignCenter
- Self Check: Maintaining Standards
Section 2: CAD Standards
- CAD Standards Concepts
- Configuring Standards
- Checking Standards
- Layer Translator
- Self Check: CAD Standards
Section 3: System Setup
- The Options Dialog Box
- System Variables
- Dynamic Input Settings
- Drawing Utilities
- Self Check: System Setup
Module 8: Introduction to Customization
Section 1: Customizing the User Interface
- Why Customize?
- What Can be Customized?
- Workspaces
- Creating Custom Toolbars
- Customizing Menus
- Keyboard Shortcuts
- Self Check: Getting Started with Customization
Section 2: Macros and Custom Routines
- Custom Commands and Macros
- Running Scripts
- Loading Custom Routines
- Command Summary
- Self Check: Macros and Custom Routines
Skills Assessment
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