AutoCAD 3D for Windows: introduction

About this course

The course introduces the Windows AutoCAD interface and its 3D modelling workspace. Learners work with the Viewcube, command line and shortcuts while creating basic forms, extruding profiles, sweeping along paths, combining and subtracting solids, and applying fillets and chamfers.

What you'll learn

• Navigate the AutoCAD for Windows interface and use relevant terminology
• Create and modify 3D solids from basic shapes and 2D profiles
• Use command-line functions and shortcuts in drawing workflows
• Apply materials, textures and colours, and generate renderings
• Extract section drawings from 3D models
• Plot and print AutoCAD drawings to scale

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for learners at beginner level who have no prior AutoCAD experience but can read technical drawings such as plans, elevations and sections. Participants should be able to use a computer, manage files, make simple measurements and calculations, and follow basic English instructions. The teaching includes demonstrations, practical exercises, group discussions and individual tutorials.

• Basic knowledge of technical drawings is expected
• Familiarity with Windows may be useful, particularly for learners moving from Mac
• Homework is assigned after the first two classes

Before you go

• Bring a pen or pencil and a notebook for taking notes
• A personal account or newly created account may be required for the software
• Homework is assigned after the first two classes