The objective of AutoCAD LT 2010 Essentials is to enable students to create a basic 2D drawing in AutoCAD. Even at this fundamental level, AutoCAD is one of the most sophisticated computer applications that you are likely to encounter. Therefore, learning to use it is not a trivial undertaking.
AutoCAD LT 2010 Essentials covers the indispensable core topics for working with AutoCAD. The teaching strategy is to start with a few basic tools that let the student create and edit a simple drawing. You continue to develop those tools, as well as being introduced to more advanced tools throughout the course. Not every command or option is covered, because the intent is to show the most essential tools and concepts, such as:
- Understanding the AutoCAD workspace and user interface
- Using basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools
- Organizing drawing objects on layers
- Inserting reusable symbols (blocks)
- Preparing a layout to be plotted
- Adding text, hatching, and dimensions
Prerequisites
A working knowledge of basic design/drafting procedures and terminology
- A working knowledge of Windows 9x, ME, NT 4.0, 2000, or XP
AutoCAD Training Course Duration
24 hours
AutoCAD Training Course outline
Chapter 1: Getting Started with AutoCAD
- Starting AutoCAD
- AutoCAD’s User Interface
- Working with Commands
- AutoCAD LT’s Cartesian Workspace
Chapter 2: Basic Drawing & Editing Commands
- Drawing Lines
- Erasing Objects
- Drawing Lines with Polar Tracking
- Drawing Rectangles
- Drawing Circles
- Undo and Redo Actions
Chapter 3: Projects - Creating a Simple Drawing
Chapter 4: Drawing Precision in AutoCAD
- Using Running Object Snaps
- Using Object Snap Overrides
- Polar Tracking at Angles
- Object Snap Tracking
- Drawing with Snap and Grid (Optional)
Chapter 5: Making Changes in Your Drawing
- Selecting Objects for Editing
- Moving Objects
- Copying Objects
- Rotating Objects
- Scaling Objects
- Mirroring Objects
- Editing with Grips
Chapter 6: Projects - Making Your Drawings More Precise
Chapter 7: Organizing Your Drawing with Layers
- Creating New Drawings With Templates
- What are Layers?
- Layer States
- Changing an Object’s Layer
Chapter 8: Advanced Object Types
- Drawing Arcs
- Drawing Polylines
- Editing Polylines
- Drawing Polygons
- Drawing Ellipses
Chapter 9: Getting Information from Your Drawing
- Working with Object Properties
- Measuring Objects
Chapter 10: Projects - Drawing Organization and Information
Chapter 11: Advanced Editing Commands
- Trimming and Extending Objects
- Stretching Objects
- Creating Fillets and Chamfers
- Offsetting Objects
- Creating Arrays of Objects
Chapter 12: Inserting Blocks
- What are Blocks?
- Inserting Blocks
- Inserting Dynamic Blocks
- Inserting Blocks with DesignCenter
Chapter 13: Projects - Creating More Complex Objects
Chapter 14: Setting Up a Layout
- Printing Concepts
- Working in Layouts
- Copying Layouts
- Creating Viewports
- Guidelines for Layouts
Chapter 15: Printing Your Drawing
- Printing Layouts
- Printing from the Model Tab
Chapter 16: Projects - Preparing to Print
Chapter 17: Text
- Working with Annotations
- Adding Text in a Drawing
- Modifying Multiline Text
- Formatting Multiline Text
Chapter 18: Hatching
Chapter 19: Adding Dimensions
- Dimensioning Concepts
- Adding Linear Dimensions
- Adding Radial & Angular Dimensions
- Editing Dimensions
- Adding Notes with Leaders to Your Drawing
Chapter 20: Projects - Annotating Your Drawing
Appendix A: Skills Assessment
