Techniques include accurate drawing set-up techniques, geometry creation, manipulation and alterations editing functions, along with display, printing and plotting techniques. Hands-on projects and individual exercises accompany each lecture. AutoCAD Applications Students will apply basic AutoCAD operations and skills by preparing CAD drawings from various technical fields including machine drawing, architecture, electronics, interior design, and geographic mapping. Advanced 2D drawing techniques and proficiency is developed using discipline-specific applications. Strategies for efficient drawing creation and modification will also be developed.
Experience is enhanced with computer-based exercises and project drawings.
Introduction to AutoCAD Professional Level 1, and sufficient proof of industrial AutoCAD experience. This course builds on skills acquired and develops leadership skills in project management. Students will develop methods to manage AutoCAD drawings and projects. Course objectives include learning to use existing drawings as templates, the use of attributes, extraction of data, exchanging information between drawings, viewing drawings, red lining drawings plus managing system and project files locally, on a LAN and over the internet. This course is a pragmatic introduction to custom and advanced applications of AutoCAD used in a production industrial environment.