AutoCAD Electrical

• Basic knowledge of electrical concepts and terminology

Audience

• Electrical engineers and designers
• Draftsmen and CAD technicians

AutoCAD Electrical is a specialized version of AutoCAD, designed specifically for electrical control designers. It is a part of the Autodesk suite of design tools, providing comprehensive tools to create and modify electrical control systems. AutoCAD Electrical automates many tasks and provides comprehensive symbol libraries and tools for automating electrical engineering tasks.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level electrical engineers and designers who wish to use AutoCAD to create professional electrical drawings and documentation.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basics of electrical design and drafting using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Learn to create and manage electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Utilize AutoCAD Electrical's advanced tools and features to enhance productivity.
• Apply best practices for electrical design and documentation.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to AutoCAD Electrical

• Overview of AutoCAD Electrical
• Benefits and applications

Getting Started

• Interface and workspace
• Customizing the workspace
• Creating and saving projects

Basic Electrical Drawing Concepts

• Electrical symbols and standards
• Creating simple electrical drawings

Schematic Design

• Creating and editing schematics
• Inserting components and symbols
• Wiring and circuit design

Managing Projects and Drawings

• Project manager and drawing management
• Title blocks and templates
• Revision management

Annotations and Reports

• Adding annotations and text
• Generating reports (BOM, wire lists, etc.)
• Customizing report templates

Panel Layout Design

• Creating and editing panel layouts
• Inserting panel components
• Creating wiring diagrams and terminal plans

Advanced Tools and Features

• Using the Circuit Builder
• Creating and using macros
• Importing and exporting data

PLC Modules and Ladder Diagrams

• Designing PLC modules
• Creating and editing ladder diagrams
• Cross-referencing and tagging

Automated Functions

• Using the Electrical Audit tool
• Running automated tasks and scripts

Customization and Standards

• Customizing symbols and libraries
• Setting up and using standards
• Creating and managing catalog databases

Collaboration and Data Sharing

• Sharing and collaborating on projects
• Integrating with other CAD software
• Exporting drawings and data

Practical Applications and Best Practices

• Real-world case studies
• Best practices for electrical design
• Tips and tricks for efficiency

Summary and Next Steps