AutoCAD Essentials Fundamentals

Learn the essential fundamentals for working with AutoCAD. Hands-on exercises explore the core topics presented as a fundamental introduction to AutoCAD. Concepts learned here in release 2018-2023 can be used as a platform for new users of AutoCAD vertical application software and suites. This class is for anyone interested in understanding core features of AutoCAD.

Madison, WI
24 Hour Class

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Description

  • Getting Started with AutoCAD:
    • AutoCAD User Interface
    • Saving AutoCAD Drawings
  • Basic Drawing, Editing, and Viewing Commands:
    • Working with Commands
    • Using Basic Drawing, Editing, and Viewing Tools
  • Drawing Precision in AutoCAD:
    • Units and Precision
  • Using Drawing Templates:
    • Create New Drawings Using Templates
  • Creating a Simple Drawing
  • Civil Project – Parking Lot
  • Modifying Your Drawing
  • Organizing Your Drawing with Layers:
    • Organizing Drawing Objects on Layers
    • Layer States
  • Getting Information from Your Drawing:
    • Object Properties
    • Inquiry Tools
  • Modelspace vs. Paperspace:
    • Drawing Spaces
    • Views and Viewports
  • Advanced Object Types
  • Advanced Editing Commands
  • Inserting Blocks:
    • Inserting Reusable Symbols (Blocks)
  • Hatching
  • Annotating Your Drawing:
    • Text, Dimensions, and Multileaders
  • Setting Up a Layout:
    • Working with Layouts
    • Creating Viewports
    • Page Setups
  • Printing Your Drawing:
    • Printing Layouts
    • Check Plots