AutoCAD for Novice Users

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Course Overview

This 5-day AutoCAD for Novice Users class is designed for individuals who need to come up on the AutoCAD software but who have little or no CAD, drafting or architectural design background. It provides extra time for practice labs and review sessions so that individuals can gain a better mastery of the skills and concepts needed to go from novice to skilled AutoCAD user in a single week.

Objective

General Objective

• The objective of AutoCAD for Novice Users is to enable students to create a basic 2D drawing in the AutoCAD software. This course covers the essential core topics for working with the AutoCAD software. The teaching strategy is to start with a few basic tools that enable the student to create and edit a simple drawing, and then continue to develop those tools. More advanced tools are introduced throughout the class. Not every command or option is covered, because the intent is to show the most essential tools and concepts to work competently with the software.

Course Contents

Module 1: Getting Started with AutoCAD

• Starting the Software
• User Interface
• Working with Commands
• Cartesian Workspace
• Opening an Existing Drawing File
• Viewing Your Drawing
• Saving Your Work

Module 2: Basic Drawing and Editing Commands

• Drawing Lines
• Erasing Objects
• Drawing Vertical and Horizontal Lines
• Drawing Rectangles
• Drawing Circles
• Undo and Redo Actions

Module 3: Projects: Creating a Simple Drawing

• Create a Simple Drawing
• Create Simple Shapes

Module 4: Drawing Precision in AutoCAD

• Using Running Object Snaps
• Using Object Snap Overrides
• Polar Tracking at Angles
• Object Snap Tracking
• (Optional) Drawing with Snap and Grid

Module 5: Making Changes in Your Drawing

• Selecting Objects for Editing
• Moving Objects
• Copying
• Rotating Objects
• Scaling Objects
• Mirroring Objects
• Editing with Grips

Module 6: Projects: Making Your Drawings More Precise

• Schematic Project: Electronics Diagram
• Architectural Project: Landscape
• Mechanical Project: Using Polar and Tracking
• Mechanical Project: Surge Protector
• Mechanical Project: Satellite

Module 7: Organizing Your Drawing with Layers

• Creating New Drawings With Templates
• What are Layers?
• Layer States
• Changing an Object’s Layer

Module 8: Advanced Object Types

• Drawing Arcs
• Drawing Polylines
• Editing Polylines
• Drawing Polygons
• Drawing Ellipses

Module 9: Analyzing Model and Object Properties

• Working with Object Properties
• Measuring Objects

Module 10: Projects: Drawing Organization and Information

• Architectural Project
• Mechanical Project
• Civil Project

Module 11: Advanced Editing Commands

• Trimming and Extending Objects
• Stretching Objects
• Creating Fillets and Chamfers
• Offsetting Objects
• Creating Arrays of Objects

Module 12: Inserting Blocks

• What are Blocks?
• Working with Dynamic Blocks
• Inserting Blocks
• Inserting Blocks using the Tool Palettes
• Inserting Blocks using the DesignCenter

Module 13: Projects: Creating More Complex Objects

• Mechanical Project 1: Plate
• Mechanical Project 2: Gasket
• Mechanical Project 3: Plate
• Mechanical Project 4: Rocker Arm
• Architectural Project 1: Floor Plan
• Architectural Project 2: Floor Plan
• Civil Project: Parking Lot

Module 14: Setting Up a Layout

• Working in Layouts
• Creating Layouts
• Creating Layout Viewports
• Guidelines for Layouts

Module 15: Printing Your Drawing

• Printing Concepts
• Printing Layouts
• Print and Plot Settings

Module 16: Projects: Preparing to Print

• Mechanical Project
• Architectural Project

Module 17: Working with Annotations

• Working with Annotations
• Adding Text in a Drawing
• Modifying Multiline Text
• Formatting Multiline Text
• Adding Notes with Leaders to Your Drawing
• Creating Tables
• Modifying Tables

Module 18: Hatching

• Hatching
• Editing Hatches

Module 19: Adding Dimensions

• Dimensioning Concepts
• Adding Linear Dimensions
• Adding Radial and Angular Dimensions
• Editing Dimensions

Module 20: Projects: Annotating Your Drawing

• Mechanical Project
• Architectural Project 1
• Architectural Project 2
• Civil Project

Prerequisites

No prior working knowledge of CAD software is required for this class. In addition, students need no prior drafting or architectural design background to successfully complete this class. A working knowledge of the Windows operating system is required. For those with prior CAD, drafting, or architectural background, you can take the 3-day version of this class instead.

Course Duration (classroom-based)

1 Months - 6 Days a Week - (8 hours a day)

Payment

9000 ETB

Course Level

Beginner level

Training Language

English

Autodesk AutoCAD User certification

In the AutoCAD certification course, you will learn to create sets of construction documents. The skills learned are state-of-the-art professional workflows and also prepare you to pass the Autodesk AutoCAD User certification exam.

Course Overview

With hands-on, real-world optional projects, you will obtain the skill set needed to develop high-quality construction documents using state-of-the-art professional workflows. You will learn the AutoCAD User Interface and develop skills that will enhance your employability in fields such as architecture, engineering, and construction. Additionally, passing the certification exam can serve as a valuable credential to demonstrate expertise to potential employers or clients.

Upon completion of this AutoCAD training course, you will be prepared for the Autodesk AutoCAD User certification exam. You will also receive a voucher for the exam.

What you'll learn

• Create drafting symbols, kitchen and bath fixtures, and a floor plan and integrate all information into one deliverable sheet file.
• Apply intermediate-level skills, including layer management, user coordinate system development, creating sheet layout environments, and plotting.
• Create title block and title block/drawing label components for a professional office to facilitate the development of deliverable sheet files.
• Organize deliverable sheet set to conform to the National CAD Standards.
• Integrate referenced files to create details for construction documents.

How you will benefit

• Develop skills needed in one of the most in-demand software in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry.
• Gain an understanding of AutoCAD at a professional level.
• Create a set of construction documents that demonstrate hands-on knowledge to future employers.

Syllabus

Introduction to AutoCAD

• The Interface and Architectural Symbols
• Electrical Symbols
• Kitchen and Bath Fixtures
• Walls, Doors, and Windows
• Creating Sheets and Adding Fixtures
• Dimensions and Plotting

Intermediate AutoCAD

• Create the Floorplan & Sheet Setup
• Finish Floorplan & Roof Plan
• Structural Foundation Plan & Electrical Plan
• Starting the Elevations
• Continuing the Elevations
• Finalizing, Checking & Plotting

AutoCAD Construction Documents-I

• Residential Floor Plan
• Title Block & Paper Space Elements
• Dimensions & Updating Sheets
• Roof Plan
• Keynotes & Starting the Elevation
• Finishing the Elevation & Final Deliverables

AutoCAD Construction Documents-II

• Site Plan
• Elevation and Section Setup
• Developing the Sections
• Drawing Updates
• Detail Drawings, Keynotes & Callouts
• Title Sheet

CAD Detailing

• Detail Sheet Elements
• Updating Details
• Incorporating Manufacturer Information
• Building Sheets & Millwork Drawings

Instructional Material Requirements

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available hardcopy and online.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to complete this course.

Certification Requirements

It is expected that all candidates will have a general understanding of the following:

• Technical drawing & design
• The AutoCAD user interface
• The help system within AutoCAD
• The draw order of overlapping objects
• Inquiry commands such as List, ID, Distance, and Area

Course Duration (classroom-based)

2 Months - 6 Days a Week - (8 hours a day)

Payment

12000 ETB

Course Level

Beginner to Advanced level

Training Language

English