AutoCAD 2014 Essential Training: 2 Drawing Fundamentals

Create basic geometry in AutoCAD 2014, and learn to draw and edit lines and shapes.

Introduction

• Welcome
• Using the exercise files
• Converting units from Imperial to Metric

1. Creating Basic Geometry

• Constructing lines
• Locking angles using Ortho and Polar
• Drawing circles
• Activating the heads-up display

2. Understanding Drawing Units

• Defining a unit of measure
• Drawing in architectural units
• Working with metric units

3. Maintaining Accuracy

• Understanding the Cartesian coordinate system
• Locking to geometry using object snaps
• Automating object snap selection
• Using temporary tracking

4. Using Specialized Drawing Commands

• Drawing rectangles
• Drawing polygons
• Creating an ellipse
• Applying hatch patterns

5. Making Primary Modifications

• Revising geometry using the Properties palette
• Moving and copying elements
• Rotating elements
• Trimming and extending geometry
• Creating offsets
• Erasing elements
• Undoing and redoing actions

6. Checking Your Skills

• Intro to creating a small part
• Demonstrating creating a small part

Conclusion

• Goodbye