AutoCAD 2008 Advanced
AutoCAD Training Overview

This course is suitable for students comfortable with the basics of creating an AutoCAD drawing, as taught in AutoCAD 2008 Fundamentals. It focuses on using advanced annotation, 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

  • Advanced annotation
  • Advanced blocks and attributes
  • Referencing and sharing information
  • Sheet sets
  • Layouts and plotting
  • CAD management
  • Introduction to customization
AutoCAD Training Course Duration

24 hours

AutoCAD Training Course outline


Module 1: Advanced Annotation

Section 1: Advanced Text Objects
  • Annotation Scale Overview
  • Using Fields
  • Controlling the Draw Order
Section 2: Working with Tables
  • Creating Tables
  • Modifying Tables
  • Working with Linked Tables
  • Creating Table Styles
Module 2: Advanced Blocks and Attributes

Section 1: Dynamic Blocks
  • Working with Dynamic Blocks
  • Creating Dynamic Block Definitions
  • Dynamic Block Authoring Tools
Section 2: Attributes
  • Inserting Blocks with Attributes
  • Editing Attribute Values
  • Defining Attributes
  • Redefining Blocks with Attributes
  • Extracting Attributes
Module 3: Referencing and Sharing Information

Section 1: External References
  • Attaching External References
  • Modifying External References
  • Xref Specific Information
Section 2: Other Tools for Collaboration
  • eTransmit
  • Hyperlinks
Module 4: 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
Section 2: Publishing and Customizing Sheet Sets
  • Transmitting and Archiving Sheet Sets
  • Publishing Sheet Sets
  • Customizing Sheet Sets
  • Custom Blocks for Sheet Sets
Module 5: CAD Management

Section 1: Managing Layers
  • Working in the Layer Properties Manager
  • Creating Layer Filters
  • Setting Up Layer States
Section 2: CAD Standards
  • CAD Standards Concepts
  • Configuring Standards
  • Checking Standards
  • Layer Translator
Section 3: System Setup
  • The Options Dialog Box
  • System Variables
  • Dynamic Input Settings
  • Drawing Utilities
  • Managing Plotters
  • Plot Styles
Module 6: Introduction to Customization

Section 1: Introduction to Customization
  • Why Customize?
  • What Can be Customized?
  • Creating a Custom Workspace
Section 2: Customizing the User Interface
  • Using the Customize User Interface (CUI) Dialog Box
  • Creating Custom Toolbars
  • Creating Custom Dashboard Panels
  • Customizing Menus
  • Keyboard Shortcuts
Section 3: Macros and Custom Routines
  • Custom Commands and Macros
  • Running Scripts
  • Loading Custom Routines
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