Do you perform training in a classroom environment or a group for AutoCAD 2007? The AOTC produces student and  instructor training content all packaged and ready to go for a low price. The content is written by AutoCAD professional instructors and authors. The user guides are also a training resource for someone to learn AutoCAD on their own in a structured format. This courseware is designed for the new user of AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT.

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Courseware Description
This courseware is designed for the new AutoCAD^® & AutoCAD LT^® user who requires comprehensive training in AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT. It incorporates the features, commands, and techniques for creating, editing, and printing drawings with AutoCAD 2007 & AutoCAD LT 2007.

Hands-on exercises throughout the courseware explore how to create 2D production drawings. The exercises are provided in both a printed format as well as an onscreen format that can be viewed next to AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT.

Suggested Course Duration:  3 days
Pages:   
Volume 1: 328
Volume 2: 228
AutoCAD Trial CD:  Yes
Onscreen Exercises Included?      Yes

Objectives
The primary objective of this courseware is to teach students the basic commands necessary for professional 2D drawing, design, and drafting using AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT. 

Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• Navigate the AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT user interface.
• Use the fundamental features of AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT.
• Use the precision drafting tools in AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT to develop accurate technical drawings.
• Present drawings in a detailed and visually impressive manner.

Course Outline

Day 1
Taking the AutoCAD Tour
• Navigating the Working Environment
• Working with Files
• Displaying Objects
Creating Basic Drawings
• Inputting Data
• Creating Basic Objects
• Using Object Snaps
• Using Polar Tracking and PolarSnap
• Using Object Snap Tracking
• Working with Units
• Using Function Keys
Manipulating Objects
• Selecting Objects in the Drawing
• Changing an Object’s Position
• Creating New Objects from Existing Objects
• Changing the Angle of an Object’s Position
• Creating a Mirror Image of Existing Objects
• Creating Object Patterns
• Changing an Object’s Size

Day 2
Drawing Organization and Inquiry Commands
• Using Layers
• Changing Object Properties
• Matching Object Properties
• Using the Properties Palette
• Using Linetypes
• Using Inquiry Commands
Altering Objects
• Trimming and Extending Objects to Defined Boundaries
• Creating Parallel and Offset Geometry
• Joining Objects
• Breaking an Object into Two Objects
• Applying a Radius Corner to Two Objects
• Creating an Angled Corner Between Two Objects
• Changing Part of an Object’s Shape
• Using Grips
Annotating Drawings
• Creating Multiline Text
• Creating Single Line Text
• Using Text Styles
• Editing Text
Hatching Objects
• Hatching Objects
• Editing Hatch Objects
Dimensioning
• Creating Dimensions
• Using Dimension Styles
• Editing Dimensions

Day 3
Working with Reusable Content
• Using Blocks
• Working with DesignCenter™
• Using Tool Palettes
Creating Additional Drawing Objects
• Working with Polylines
• Creating Splines
• Creating Ellipses
• Using Tables
Layouts and Plotting
• Using Layouts
• Using Page Setups
• Using Viewports
• Plotting Drawings
Template Drawing Creation
• Using Drawing Templates