Autocad Mechanical Essentials
Autocad Mechanical Essentials
Autocad Mechanical Essentials
Objectives
The primary objective of this courseware is to teach students the basic commands necessary for professional 2D mechanical drawing, design, and drafting using AutoCAD Mechanical. After completing this course, students will be able to: Identify and use the key components of the AutoCAD Mechanical user interface. Use the fundamental features of AutoCAD Mechanical. Use the precision drafting tools in AutoCAD Mechanical to develop accurate technical engineering drawings. Demonstrate a high level of comfort and confidence with AutoCAD Mechanical through hands-on practice.
Prerequisites
It is recommended that the student have a working knowledge of: AutoCAD (recommended but not necessary). Drafting, design, or engineering experience is a plus.
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Course Outline
Day 1
AutoCAD Mechanical Design Concepts
User Interface
Interacting with the User Interface Common Drawing Setup
Day 2
Tools for Creating Key Geometry
Power Snaps Core Design Tools Centerlines Construction Lines Designing with Lines Adding Standard Feature Data for Holes and Slots
Day 3
Creating Drawing Sheets
Model Space Views in Layouts Title Blocks and Drawing Borders Creating Detail Views in Model Space
Design Calculations
Design Calculations
Day 4
Working with Mechanical Structure
Structuring Data in Drawings Reusing and Editing Structured Data Structure and Other Tools
Note: The suggested course duration is a guideline. Course topics and duration may be modified by the instructor based upon the knowledge and skill level of the course participants.
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