AUTOCAD Training and Certification in Cork, Ireland

This AutoCAD training course is designed for beginners who are new to computer-aided design (CAD) or have limited experience with AutoCAD. The course covers the fundamental features of AutoCAD, including 2D drawing, editing, and annotating, as well as basic 3D modeling. By the end of the course, participants will have the foundational skills to create, edit, and annotate drawings in AutoCAD. Hands-on exercises and practical applications will allow learners to immediately apply what they’ve learned and gain confidence in using AutoCAD in real-world scenarios.

Introduction to AutoCAD and 2D Drawing Basics

Introduction to AutoCAD

Overview of AutoCAD and its applications.

Navigating the AutoCAD interface and workspace.

Understanding the AutoCAD file types and saving options.

Basic Drawing Tools

Creating basic shapes: Line, Circle, Rectangle, Arc, etc.

Using the Object Snap (OSNAP) and Grid for precision.

Editing objects: Move, Copy, Rotate, Scale, and Mirror.

Practical Exercises

Advanced 2D Drawing and Editing Techniques

Layers and Properties

Understanding layers in AutoCAD: creating, modifying, and organizing layers.

Assigning colors, line types, and line thicknesses.

Dimensioning and Text

Adding dimensions and adjusting dimension styles.

Inserting and formatting text in drawings.

Editing and Modifying Objects

Advanced editing tools: Trim, Extend, Fillet, Chamfer, Offset, etc.

Using grips for quick edits and moving objects.

Practical Exercises

Introduction to 3D Modeling and Plotting

Basic 3D Modeling

Creating simple 3D shapes: Cube, Sphere, Cylinder, Cone, etc.

Navigating 3D views and using the ViewCube.

Basic 3D editing tools: Extrude, Revolve, Union, Subtract, and Intersect.

Printing and Plotting Drawings

Setting up layouts and printing drawings.

Choosing paper sizes, adjusting scale, and creating viewports.

Practical Exercises