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This course is for those wishing to learn how to use either AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT. AutoCAD beginners will learn basic 2D drawing & editing commands, point input methods and object snaps with tracking. The Multiple Drawing Environment will be introduced as well as Tool Palettes. Layer control, drawing aids and view controls are also covered. Coverage of blocks, text annotation and dimensioning is included, along with hatching. Students will learn how to get information from the drawing such as distances & areas and will also learn how to plot.
 

Key Benefits

• Teach basic 2D AutoCAD skills and procedures
• Provide a solid foundation of correct knowledge
• Shorten the initial learning curve and improve productivity
• Autodesk Certified Instructor
• One student per computer
   

Course Objectives
AutoCAD Essentials is an introductory course designed to enable students to create a basic 2D drawing in AutoCAD and LT. (Although this course is meant for AutoCAD/LT 2008 users, those using AutoCAD/LT 2004, 2005, 2006 or 2007 will also benefit). Even at this fundamental level, AutoCAD is one of the most sophisticated computer applications that users are likely to encounter. Learning to use it is not a trivial undertaking. To make the process easier and provide more flexibility the course is organized into a logical progression of learning modules: instructor lectures with hands-on exercises to be completed in class under the supervision of an Autodesk Certified Instructor. The strategy is to start with a few basic tools that will let the student create and edit a simple drawing. The course continues to develop upon these tools with additional options. Not every command or option is covered because the intent is show the most essential commands and features that an AutoCAD user is likely to need during their initial learning period.
 

Prerequisites

• No prior CAD experience or knowledge is necessary
• Basic computer knowledge and skills
• Basic knowledge of Windows OS environment
• Basic knowledge of drafting techniques and geometry

This class meets the requirements of the American Institute of Architects and various state architectural registration boards and qualifies for Continuing Education Credits (Learning Units). Contact us for more details.

If you have 6 or more students for this course and/or want to have the class held at your location, refer to Custom Training.