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AutoCAD Training Overview
AutoCAD Architecture is “AutoCAD optimized for architecture.” In addition to all the standard AutoCAD tools, it offers a host of features to greatly increase the speed and efficiency of architectural drawings. The software is designed to work from first concept (conceptual design or mass model) through to design development, working drawings, and facility maintenance.
To meet the needs of different students, the training materials for this application are divided into two courses. AutoCAD Architecture 2011 Fundamentals focuses on the design development, construction documentation, and visualization features of AutoCAD Architecture (the basic tools that the majority of students require when working). AutoCAD Architecture 2011 Advanced focuses on conceptual design using massing studies and space planning, as well as several more advanced features for greater control over the program.
AutoCAD Training Topics
- Creating basic floor plans with walls, doors, and windows
- Creating specialty objects, such as column or ceiling grids and stairs
- Adding roofs and floor slabs
- An introduction to Projects and the Project Navigator
- Adding furniture, fixtures, and equipment
- Creating details
- Showing elevations, sections, and perspectives
- Marks, tags & schedules, and other documentation
- Drawing cameras, adding lights, and basic rendering
Prerequisites:
Students should have a solid background in AutoCAD before taking this course, since AutoCAD tools and concepts are essential for working with AutoCAD Architecture. In particular, students should be familiar with basic 3D viewing tools (preset views, 3D Orbit, and Visual Styles), layouts, Paper Space/Model Space issues, and external references (XREFS). A working knowledge of the Ribbon interface is helpful but not essential, as pertinent tools are covered in the course.
AutoCAD Training Course Duration
24 hours
AutoCAD Training Course outline
Chapter 1 Introduction to AutoCAD Architecture
- 1.1 Understanding the Software
- 1.2 User Interface
- 1.3 Viewing in 3D
Chapter 2 Basic Wall Construction
- 2.1 Adding Walls
- 2.2 Modifying Walls
- 2.3 Creating Curtain Walls
Chapter 3 Creating Wall Openings
- 3.1 Adding Wall Openings
- 3.2 Accessing Styles with Style Manager
- 3.3 Modifying Wall Openings
Chapter 4 Structural Design
- 4.1 Creating Custom Column Grids
- 4.2 Modifying Custom Column Grids
- 4.3 Annotating Custom Column Grids
- 4.4 Working with Structural Members
- 4.5 Working with Standard Column Grids (Optional)
Chapter 5 Reflected Ceiling Plans
- 5.1 Creating Ceiling Grids
- 5.2 Modifying Ceiling Grids
- 5.3 Inserting Ceiling Fixtures
Chapter 6 Vertical Circulation
- 6.1 Adding Stairs
- 6.2 Modifying Stairs
- 6.3 Adding Railings
- 6.4 Modifying Railings
Chapter 7 Floors
- 7.1 Creating Floor Slabs
- 7.2 Modifying Floor Slabs
- 7.3 Editing Slabs Using Slab Tools
Chapter 8 Roofs
- 8.1 Creating Roofs
- 8.2 Modifying Roofs
- 8.3 Working with Roof Slabs
- 8.4 Modifying Roof Slabs
Chapter 9 Fixtures, Furnishings, and Equipment
- 9.1 Furnishing the Building Design
- 9.2 Adding Blocks to the Tool Palettes
Chapter 10 Introduction to Drawing Management
- 10.1 Project Concepts
- 10.2 Using the Project Navigator
Chapter 11 Building Model Views
- 11.1 Boundary and Detail Callouts
- 11.2 Elevations and Building Sections
- 11.3 Modifying Callout Objects
- 11.4 Using Live Sections
Chapter 12 Annotation
- 12.1 Drawing Scale for Annotation
- 12.2 Adding Text and Leaders
- 12.3 Dimensioning in the Software
- 12.4 Other Annotation Tools
Chapter 13 Scheduling
- 13.1 Adding Door and Window Tags
- 13.2 Editing Tag Data
- 13.3 Adding Schedules
- 13.4 Editing Schedules
Chapter 14 Creating Details
- 14.1 Creating Details from Tool Palettes
- 14.2 Using the Detail Component Manager
- 14.3 Annotating Details with Keynotes
Chapter 15 Visualization
- 15.1 Working with Cameras
- 15.2 Managing Camera Views
- 15.3 Specifying Light Sources
- 15.4 Rendering Concepts
Appendix A Basic Visualization
Appendix B Project Practices
Appendix C Skills Assessment
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