In a In a labour market where the ability to use computer-aided design tools is increasingly in demand, the AutoCAD 2018 course is the key to standing out in the sector. With a focus on mastering AutoCAD, you’ll learn everything from the basics of the interface to advanced customisation of the application. This online course will enable you to develop key skills such as creating 2D and 3D drawings, managing blocks and dimensioning plans – all essential for any design or architecture professional. By taking part, you will not only acquire advanced technical skills, but also position yourself strategically in a constantly evolving field. Make the most of this opportunity to learn at your own pace and from anywhere, and get ready to take your skills to the next level, boosting your career prospects and excelling in innovative projects.
AutoCAD 2018
Engineering, Construction and Infrastructure
45 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- Learn how to navigate and customise the AutoCAD interface to optimise your user experience.
- Set up the working environment and devices correctly to improve efficiency.
- Set up drawing settings to get projects off to a good start.
- Use basic 2D drawing tools to create accurate and detailed designs.
- Apply selection and editing techniques to modify 2D features efficiently.
- Manage and organise blocks to reuse components across different projects.
- Apply dimensioning techniques in drawings to ensure effective technical communication.
- Insert and edit fields and attributes to enhance project information.
- Use 3D modelling techniques to develop three-dimensional models.
- Customise AutoCAD and improve your workflow by tailoring the application to your needs.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. DESCRIPTION OF THE INTERFACE
Description of the interface
TEACHING UNIT 2. SCREEN AND DEVICE SETTINGS
Application settings
TEACHING UNIT 3. SETTING UP THE DRAWING
Drawing options vs. programme options
Unit settings
Grid settings
Other drawing settings
TEACHING UNIT 4. BASIC 2D DRAWING TOOLS
He’ll start drawing
Checking and adjusting constructed surfaces
Layering systems
Correct submission of the exercise
TEACHING UNIT 5. SELECTING AND BASIC EDITING OF 2D OBJECTS
Basic editing commands
Editing by Porpinzamientos
Other editing commands
TEACHING UNIT 6. DATA VERIFICATION
Check surfaces
Checking distances and lengths
Inserting and configuring fields
TEACHING UNIT 7. BLOCK MANAGEMENT
Create insert blocks
Edit definitions of inserted blocks
TEACHING UNIT 8. DIMENSIONING DRAWINGS
Create dimension styles
Sketch it out quickly
TEACHING UNIT 9. SHADING
Applying shading
Shading editing
Calculating areas using shading
TEACHING UNIT 10. MODEL SPACE AND PAPER SPACE
Set up presentations
TEACHING UNIT 11. INSERTING ATTRIBUTES AND FIELDS
Title attribute blocks
Data attribute blocks
Extraction of attribute data
Managing areas with data fields and formulas
TEACHING UNIT 12. ADVANCED SELECTION OF ENTITIES
Layer tools
Extended layer tools
Quick selection
Selection filters
TEACHING UNIT 13. ADVANCED 2D EDITING
Advanced 2D editing commands
TEACHING UNIT 14. EXTERNAL REFERENCES
Management of external references
TEACHING UNIT 15. 3D CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES
Basic generation tools
TEACHING UNIT 16. EDITING TOOLS – I
Modifying and redefining 3D elements
TEACHING UNIT 17. EDITING TOOLS – II
Modification and redefinition of elements (ii)
TEACHING UNIT 18. PRINTING PRESENTATIONS
Preparing presentations for printing
TEACHING UNIT 19. CUSTOMISING THE APPLICATION
Customising drawing elements
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