AutoCAD 2D Advanced

Course details

The use of computer aided design (CAD) systems in industry has become an essential part of the modern working environment. This advanced CAD course is used at all stages of the design process, from conceptualisation and production of working drawings to the production of virtual reality images. City and Guilds AutoCAD courses are widely accepted in industry as the most recognised qualification in the use of CAD. This evening course is designed to cover a wide range of 2D drawings and editing commands and routines to aid the application of AutoCAD. The learner will become familiar with the necessary techniques required to produce and edit drawings of medium complexity and prepare the drawings for output to hard copy.

AutoCAD 2D Advanced

• Use a layering system and different line type styles
• Define and use a system for grouping objects to form blocks or libraries
• Produce isometric drawings within the 2D environment
• Define and use an adjustable co-ordinate system based on user requirements
• Use complex dimensioning routines
• Use different drawing spaces and complex multi viewing areas
• Produce hard copies of drawings
• Make inquiries of an existing drawing and place reference points
• Use a means of pre-command object selection in order to carry out editing processes
• Change the properties of a number of drawn entities
• Edit blocks/symbols and hatched areas
• Modify continuous lines formed by a connected sequence of lines or arcs
• Use a method to remove unused items and rename other items logically.