1. Introduction to AutoCAD

• What is AutoCAD?

• Overview of CAD Software

• Applications of AutoCAD in Various Industries

• Navigating the AutoCAD Interface

2. Getting Started with AutoCAD

• Installing AutoCAD

• Setting Up the Drawing Environment

• Understanding the Workspace

• Using Basic Drawing Tools

• Saving and Opening Files

3. Drawing and Modifying Objects

• Drawing Basic Shapes (Lines, Circles, Arcs, Polylines)

• Modifying Tools (Move, Copy, Rotate, Scale, Trim, Extend)

• Using Object Snaps and Grid

• Creating and Editing Polylines

4. Layers and Object Properties

• Understanding Layers

• Creating and Managing Layers

• Setting Layer Properties

• Using Layer States

• Object Properties (Color, Linetype, Lineweight)

5. Precision Drawing and Drawing Aids

• Using Coordinate Systems (Absolute, Relative, Polar)

• Drawing with Precision (Ortho Mode, Polar Tracking, Object Snaps)

• Utilizing Grid and Snap

• Applying Dynamic Input

6. Annotation and Hatching

• Creating and Editing Text

• Using Multiline Text

• Dimensioning (Linear, Angular, Radius, Diameter)

• Adding Leaders and Multileaders

• Hatching and Gradient Fills

7. Working with Blocks and Attributes

• Creating and Inserting Blocks

• Editing and Redefining Blocks

• Understanding and Using Attributes

• Creating Attribute Definitions

• Extracting Attribute Data

8. External References and Collaboration

• Attaching External References (Xrefs)

• Managing Xrefs

• Importing and Exporting Drawings

• Using DesignCenter

• Collaboration Tools

9. Layouts and Printing

• Understanding Model Space and Paper Space

• Creating Layouts

• Working with Viewports

• Setting Up Plot Styles

• Plotting and Printing Drawings

10. Advanced Drawing Techniques

• Creating Complex Objects (Splines, Ellipses)

• Using Advanced Editing Tools (Fillet, Chamfer, Array)

• Applying Constraints and Parametric Design

• Dynamic Blocks

• Using Tool Palettes

11. 3D Modeling Basics

• Introduction to 3D Modeling

• Creating 3D Objects (Extrude, Revolve, Sweep, Loft)

• Modifying 3D Objects (Union, Subtract, Intersect)

• Navigating in 3D Space

• Visual Styles and Rendering

12. Customization and Automation

• Customizing the User Interface

• Creating and Using Macros

• Introduction to AutoLISP

• Writing Basic AutoLISP Routines

• Using Scripts for Automation

13. Real-World Projects and Practice

• Working on Sample Projects

• Applying Learned Techniques to Real-World Scenarios

• Collaboration and Team Projects

• Reviewing and Critiquing Project Work

14. Final Assessment and Certification

• Preparing for the Final Assessment

• Completing the Course Project

• Taking the Certification Exam

• Post-Course Support and Resources