DIPLOMA IN AUTOCAD ( S-GCO-0004 )

Diploma in AutoCAD Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to AutoCAD

·         Understanding the basics of Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

·         Introduction to AutoCAD interface and workspace

·         Configuring AutoCAD settings and preferences

·         Basic drawing commands and tools

Module 2: Drawing and Editing in AutoCAD

·         Creating and managing drawing files

·         Drawing precision and accuracy

·         Editing tools: move, copy, rotate, scale, etc.

·         Grips and advanced editing techniques

Module 3: Object Properties and Layers

·         Understanding object properties

·         Working with layers for organization

·         Assigning colors, linetypes, and lineweights

·         Layer management and best practices

Module 4: Basic Geometric Construction

·         Drawing and modifying basic geometric shapes

·         Creating accurate lines, circles, arcs, and polygons

·         Using construction tools for precise drawings

Module 5: Dimensioning and Annotations

·         Adding dimensions to drawings

·         Creating and editing text annotations

·         Dimension styles and settings

·         Leaders and multileaders

Module 6: Advanced Drawing Tools

·         Working with polylines and splines

·         Regions and hatching

·         Advanced object types: ellipses, donuts, etc.

·         Parametric constraints

Module 7: Blocks and Attributes

·         Creating and managing blocks

·         Using attributes for dynamic information

·         Inserting and editing blocks in drawings

·         External references (Xrefs)

Module 8: 3D Modeling Basics

·         Introduction to 3D modeling concepts

·         Creating and editing 3D objects

·         Viewing and navigating in 3D space

·         3D solid modeling

Module 9: Advanced 3D Modeling

·         Surface modeling techniques

·         Boolean operations for 3D objects

·         3D editing and modification tools

·         Rendering and visualization

Module 10: AutoCAD Customization

·         Creating and using custom linetypes and hatch patterns

·         Customizing tool palettes

·         Introduction to AutoLISP programming

·         Workspace customization

Module 11: Drawing Management and Plotting

·         Sheet sets for efficient drawing management

·         Plotting and printing options

·         Batch plotting and publishing

·         Exporting drawings to different formats

Module 12: Project Work and Portfolio Development

·         Applying AutoCAD skills to real-world projects

·         Creating a comprehensive portfolio

·         Presentation and critique of project work