Course Length: 3-Days
Course Overview
In this course, you will learn the fundamental concepts and workflows for creating 3D models using AutoCAD. You will learn to create solid primitives, solid or surface models from cross-sectional geometry, or composite models from multiple solid models, and you'll learn to add the necessary features to detail, duplicate, and position 3D models.
You will learn to document a 3D design by creating 2D drawings for production and visualization, and you'll learn to convert 2D objects to 3D objects. You will learn to communicate design ideas using visual styles, lights, model walk-through tools, and renderings.
Includes Free Student Software
What You will Learn
- Fundamental concepts and workflows for creating 3D models using AutoCAD
- Represent a design by creating solid primitives, solid or surface models from cross-sectional geometry, or composite models from multiple solid models
- Complete a solid model design by adding the necessary features to detail, duplicate, and position 3D models
- Convert 2D objects to 3D objects
- Document a 3D design by creating 2D drawings for production and visualization
- Communicate design ideas using visual styles, lights, model walk-through tools, and renderings
Who Should Attend?
Professionals who want unparalleled creative freedom, productivity, and precision for producing superb 3D modeling
Prerequisites
- Knowledge of basic computer navigation
- Basic design/drafting procedures and terminology
- AutoCAD Level 1: Essentials class or equivalent experience.
- AutoCAD Level 2: Intermediate class or equivalent experience.
Outline
Note: The curricula below comprise activities typically covered in a class at this skill level. The instructor may, at his/her discretion, adjust the lesson plan to meet the needs of the class.
Introduction
Advanced Text Objects
- Annotation Scale Overview
- Using Fields
- Controlling the Draw Order
Working with Tables
- Working with Linked Tables
- Creating Table Styles
Projects - Advanced Annotation
Dynamic Blocks
- Working with Dynamic Blocks
- Creating Dynamic Block Definitions
- Dynamic Block Authoring Tools
- Additional Visibility Options
Attributes
- Inserting Blocks with Attributes
- Editing Attribute Values
- Defining Attributes
- Redefining Blocks with Attributes
- Extracting Attributes
Projects - Advanced Blocks & Attributes
Output and Publishing
- Output For Electronic Review
- Autodesk Design Review
- Publishing Drawing Sets
Other Tools for Collaboration
- eTransmit
- Hyperlinks
Cloud Collaboration and 2D Automation
- Connecting to the Cloud
- Sharing Drawings in the Cloud
- Attach Navisworks Files
- Attach BIM 360 Glue Models
Introduction to Sheet Sets
- Overview of Sheet Sets
- Creating Sheet Sets
- Creating Sheets in Sheet Sets
- Adding Views to Sheets
- Importing Layouts to Sheet Sets
Publishing & Customizing Sheet Sets
- Transmitting and Archiving Sheet Sets
- Publishing Sheet Sets
- Customizing Sheet Sets
- Custom Blocks for Sheet Sets
Projects - Sheet Sets
Managing Layers
- Working in the Layer Properties Manager
- Creating Layer Filters
- Setting Layer States
CAD Standards
- CAD Standards Concepts
- Configuring Standards
- Checking Standards
- Layer Translator
System Setup
- Options Dialog Box
- System Variables
- Dynamic Input Settings
- Drawing Utilities
- Managing Plotters
- Plot Styles
Introduction to Customization
- Why Customize?
- Creating a Custom Workspace
Customizing the User Interface
- Using the Customize User Interface (CUI) Dialog Box
- Customizing the Ribbon
- Customizing the Quick Access Toolbar
- Customizing Menus
- Keyboard Shortcuts
Macros & Custom Routines
- Custom Commands & Macros
- Running Scripts
- Action Recorder
- Editing Action Macros
- Loading Custom Routines