Learning AutoCAD 2010 - 03 Basic Operations Part 1

AutoCAD is an industry standard design and documentation software program that is easy to learn, but complex to master. In this AutoCAD 2010 tutorial video, expert CAD author Brian Benton takes you through the fundamentals of AutoCAD 2010 and gives you the tools you need to be on your way to becoming an fully functioning CAD master.

Starting with the basics of installation, Brian quickly teaches you the basics, and then dives right into applying them, with a chapter project that reviews everything you have learned in each section. Using a hands on approach, Brian allows you to more quickly learn how to apply the material, increasing your retention and understanding of AutoCAD 2010.

By the completion of this over 9.5 hour video tutorial, you will be familiar and comfortable with AutoCAD 2010, and capable of drawing, decorating and annotating an AutoCAD project. Also included are CAD work files to allow you to work along side the author, and further understand what he is showing you, step by step, allowing you to learn AutoCAD at your own pace.

01 Getting Started
02 Interfacing With AutoCAD
03 Basic Operations
04 Drawing & Drafting Tools
05 Editing Tools
06 Utilities: Tools To Know What's Going On
07 Precision Tools: Tricks To Help You Draw Accurately
08 AutoCAD: Using Layers
09 Annotations
10 Blocks
11 Model Space And Paper Space
12 Plot & Publish
13 Final Project