Course Code: autocad2day
Duration: 21 hours
Prerequisites:

Computer Literacy

Technical Requirements

Basic Drafting Knowledge (Optional)

Motivation and Commitment

Overview:

This course outline covers the essential topics and skills required for beginners to start using AutoCAD for 2D drafting and design.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to AutoCAD 

  1. Overview of AutoCAD
  2. User Interface and Workspace
  3. Basic Drawing and Editing Commands
  4. Setting Up Drawing Units and Limits

Module 2: Drawing Basics 

  1. Drawing Lines and Shapes
  2. Using Object Snaps and Grids
  3. Modifying Objects (Move, Copy, Rotate, Scale)
  4. Using Layers for Organization
  5. Introduction to Annotation (Text, Dimensions)

Module 3: Precision Drawing Techniques 

  1. Using Ortho and Polar Tracking
  2. Snapping Techniques (Endpoint, Midpoint, Intersection)
  3. Object Tracking
  4. Working with Accurate Measurements

Module 4: Object Properties and Layers

  1. Understanding Object Properties (Color, Linetype, Lineweight)
  2. Creating and Managing Layers
  3. Layer Properties and Overrides

Module 5: Advanced Drawing and Editing Tools 

  1. Drawing Circles, Arcs, and Polygons
  2. Creating and Editing Blocks
  3. Using Hatching and Fills
  4. Grips Editing Techniques

Module 6: Dimensioning and Annotation 

  1. Dimensioning Basics (Linear, Radial, Angular)
  2. Editing Dimensions and Dimension Styles
  3. Adding Text and Annotations
  4. Leaders and Multileaders

Module 7: Working with Layouts and Printing 

  1. Introduction to Layouts and Viewports
  2. Setting Up Drawing Sheets
  3. Printing and Plotting
  4. Plot Styles and Page Setups

Module 8: Introduction to Drawing Management 

  1. File Management (Save, Open, Close)
  2. External References (Xrefs)
  3. Design Center and Content Libraries
  4. Purging and Cleaning Up Drawings

Module 9: Introduction to Customization 

  1. Workspace Customization
  2. Introduction to AutoCAD Customization (CUI, Tool Palettes)
  3. Overview of AutoLISP and Macros

Module 10: Project Work and Review 

  1. Guided Project Work on a Simple Design Task
  2. Review of Key Concepts and Techniques
  3. Q&A Session
  4. Course Conclusion and Next Steps