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• Drawing File Maintenance

  Drawing File Maintenance Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 10 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to common drawing utilities to maintain healthy drawing files in AutoCAD. Over time drawing files accumulate excess baggage that can impair the performance of the drawing file. To keep your drawing files lean and operable you can use the drawing utilities in AutoCAD to perform periodic maintenance on your drawings. The compilation of videos presented in this course will teach you some important tools to keep your drawing files in order.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Leverage the Drawing Utilities in AutoCAD
  Purge unused Layers, Linetypes, Text Styles, etc… from your drawing file
  Use the System Variable Monitor
  Use the Design Center

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• AutoCAD Basics

  AutoCAD Basics Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 30 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn the basics to get started in AutoCAD. The videos presented in this course will introduce fundamental tools to help you hit the ground running as a new AutoCAD user. You will get acquainted with the AutoCAD interface and commonly used tools that will set the foundation for the following courses in this Learning Path.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course will give you fundamental knowledge on:
  The AutoCAD Start Tab
  Accessing Commands
  Command Dialog Fundamentals
  Using the Command Line
  Command Prompts and Options
  In-Canvas View Tools
  Using Properties and Quick Properties
  Drawing File Navigation
  Using Undo and Redo

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  none

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Getting Started in an AutoCAD Drawing

  Getting Started in an AutoCAD Drawing Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 20 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to get started in an AutoCAD drawing file. When you are ready to begin your journey into AutoCAD it is important to understand the “ins and outs” of creating a new drawing, opening drawings, and saving your drawing files. You will need to know how to configure the Drawing Settings and understand the world coordinate system so you can confidently draft in AutoCAD. While you are working in AutoCAD you’ll find it essential to have multiple drawing files open, and move back and forth between the drawing files in your current AutoCAD session.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Create a New Drawing
  Open Drawings
  Save Drawings
  Setup Drawing Settings
  Work in the World Coordinate System
  Work with Multiple Drawing Files
  Leverage Floating Windows

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Drawing Objects

  Drawing Objects Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 35 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to draw basic 2D objects in AutoCAD. Foundational drafting starts with learning how to create commonly used 2-dimensional objects. Once you’ve gained the knowledge and skillset around drafting the basic objects you can explore more advanced drafting tools. In the compilation of videos presented in this course you’ll learn more than just how to use the tool, and will learn common use cases and drafting settings that will carry over to your every day use of AutoCAD.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Draw Lines
  Draw Arcs
  Draw Circles
  Draw Rectangles
  Draw Polygons
  Draw Splines
  Place Points
  Draw Construction Lines and Rays
  Create Revision Clouds

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Drawing and Editing Polylines

  Drawing and Editing Polylines Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 30 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to create and edit Polylines in AutoCAD. Polylines are defined from lines, arcs, and splines and are commonly used in AutoCAD drawing files. Polylines have many purposes, including to sketch shapes and boundaries for number of drafting features. Understanding how to create and work with polylines will be an important skill that is needed for a CAD drafter. The compilation of videos assembled in this course will teach the “need to know” tools and features for Polylines.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Draw Polylines
  Convert Lines and Arcs to Polylines
  Use a Boundary to create a Polyline
  View and set Polyline properties
  Use Grips to edit Polylines
  Use PEDIT tools for common Polyline edits
  Use PEDIT to edit vertices on a Polyline
  Convert Polylines to Fit and Spline curves

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Drawing with Accuracy

  Drawing with Accuracy Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 25 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to use Object Snaps, Ortho mode, Polar Tracking, and the Grid to draft in AutoCAD. These tools are essential for accuracy and precision when working in an AutoCAD drawing, and to get productive and efficient in drafting, you’ll need to master these tools. The compilations of videos presented in this course will teach you the core tools, functionality, and settings that will help you build up your skillset.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Use Object Snaps
  Identify Object Snap types
  Use Object Snaps for “special use”
  Set the Object Snap system variables
  Use Ortho and Polar Tracking
  Use the Grip and Grid Snaps
  Configure Drafting Settings

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Selecting Objects

  Selecting Objects Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 15 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn tools and settings for selecting objects in AutoCAD. Knowing how to define a selection set for editing, or managing visibility of the objects is instrumental in becoming a skilled CAD drafter. Objects can be selected using a variety of tools, including both individual and mass selections. The compilation of videos presented in this course will teach you the most common and frequently used tools for defining a selection set, configuring selection settings in your AutoCAD environment, and how to isolate objects for viewing.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Leverage Selection Tools
  Configure Selection settings
  Create and work with Groups
  Isolate a selection set of objects
  Change the Display Order to view and select objects

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Organizing Objects

  Organizing Objects Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 30 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to use layers in AutoCAD. Layers are essential in AutoCAD to organize the objects in a drawing file, both for display purposes and for applying CAD standards. Layers allow you to group like objects so it is easy to turn objects on or off, lock objects to restrict editing, and assign color, linetype, and lineweights to the objects residing on the layer. AutoCAD includes a number of tools that you can use when working with Layers, including setting up filters and layers states so you can more easily manage and restore model and layout displays. The compilation of videos included in this course will teach you the key tools to effectively manage your drawing display and CAD settings.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Leverage Layers in AutoCAD
  Use the Layers Ribbon Panel
  Use the Visibility Tools in the Layers Ribbon Panel
  Use the Layer Properties Manager
  Use Layer Filters
  Use Layer States
  Merge Layers
  Delete Layers

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Modifying Objects

  Modifying Objects Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 40 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn some of the most common tools for modifying objects in AutoCAD. There is a vast number of tools that you can use in AutoCAD to create, modify, manipulate, and duplicate CAD geometry. The most prevalent and essential tools for modifying objects will be covered in this course. The compilation of videos presented will teach you not only how to use basic tool, but will introduce popular settings and options for varied application of the tools.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Change Object Properties
  Use the Properties Panel in the Ribbon
  Move Objects
  Copy Objects
  Rotate Objects
  Scale Objects
  Mirror Objects
  Offset Objects
  Align Objects
  Erase Objects
  Delete Duplicate Objects (Overkill)
  Extend Objects
  Trim Objects
  Fillet Objects
  Break Objects
  Create Path Arrays
  Create Polar Arrays
  Create Rectangular Arrays

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Grip Editing Objects

  Grip Editing Objects Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 15 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to use Grips to edit CAD geometry in AutoCAD. Grips allow you to interactively edit CAD geometry using onscreen queues and tooltips. Depending on the type of AutoCAD object you are working with, the grips can be used to stretch, move, copy, or simply access contextual tools to manipulate the associated CAD geometry. The compilation of videos presented in this course will teach you the essential skills for Grip Editing in AutoCAD.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Identify Grips
  Configure Grip Settings
  Use Grips to Modify Object Geometry
  Drag while Grip Editing
  Cycle through Grip Tools to Modify Objects

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Hatching Areas

  Hatching Areas Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 25 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to Hatch areas in AutoCAD. Hatching allows you to use patterns and gradients to fill enclosed areas in your AutoCAD drawing. Hatching is ideal for illustrating common delineations like phasing, coverage areas, or to simply make enclosure areas more prominent. There are a number of AutoCAD tools that you can use to create, modify, and change the display characteristics of a hatches. The compilation of videos in this course will teach you the most common and relevant tools for working with hatching in AutoCAD.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Add Hatches, Fills, and Wipeouts
  Edit Hatch Objects
  Modify Hatch Properties
  Leverage Annotative Hatches
  Use Hatch Boundary
  Use Gradient Fills

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Reusing Existing Content

  Reusing Existing Content Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 30 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to reuse existing content using Blocks in AutoCAD. A Block is a collection of CAD geometry that is commonly repeated and/or reused in a drawing file. You can create blocks to reuse in your current drawing or insert blocks created in another drawing file. Many organizations will establish block libraries where users can quickly and easily incorporate the blocks into their project drawings. Dynamic Blocks are more robust and flexible, and provide multiple parameters and options to alter the blocks after placement into the drawing. The compilation of videos presented in this course will teach you the basics to get started with Blocks so you can reuse existing content and become more productive and efficient in AutoCAD.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Leverage AutoCAD Blocks
  Create Blocks
  Use the Blocks Palette to place Blocks
  Edit Block Properties
  Leverage Annotative Blocks
  Add a Multileader with Block Content
  Manage Block Attributes
  Get Block Counts
  Leverage Dynamic Blocks
  Create Dynamic Blocks from existing Blocks
  Control Dynamic Blocks with Block Tables
  Set the Visibility State in Dynamic Blocks
  Synchronize Dynamic Blocks

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Placing Text, Leaders, and Tables

  Placing Text Leaders and Tables Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 65 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to use the most common tools in AutoCAD to annotate your drawing files. Drawing annotation can be used to create simple and formatted notes in your drawing files, import text, add callouts, and place tables. To create and modify annotation in AutoCAD, there are a number of tools and settings that you can use. The compilation of videos presented in this course will teach you the core tools and skills for creating and working with annotation in AutoCAD.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Leverage Annotation Objects
  Add simple notes and labels
  Add formatted paragraphs
  Edit Multiline Text properties
  Create a Text Style
  Use annotative Text Styles
  Apply annotative Object Orientation
  Scale Text
  Create special text
  Create and work with Fields
  Import Text
  Perform mass Text revisions
  Add Leadered Text
  Create a Multileader Style
  Create a Table
  Edit a Table Style

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Dimensioning

  Dimensioning Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 30 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to add Dimensioning labels to objects in your AutoCAD drawing files. AutoCAD includes a number of tools for Dimension CAD geometry. You can dimension lines, arcs, circles, and ordinates. Using the Dimension Styles, you can customize the dimensions to have a specific appearance, text style, unit of measure, and precision. The compilation of videos in this course will teach you how to use the most common dimension labels, customize your dimension style, and edit dimensions.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Add Linear Dimensions
  Add Angular Dimensions
  Add Arc Length Dimensions
  Add Ordinate Dimensions
  Add Radial Dimensions
  Cleanup Dimensions
  Edit Dimension Text
  Configure Dimension Settings
  Modify Dimension Properties
  Modify Dimension Components
  Create a Dimension Style
  Leverage Annotate Dimensions and Leaders

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Inquiry Tools

  Inquiry Tools Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 15 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to use the Inquiry Tools in AutoCAD to learn information about the CAD geometry in your drawing files. AutoCAD includes a number of tools that you can use to report distances, angle measurements, or general information about a CAD entity. The compilation of videos in this course will teach you some of the most common and frequently used tools in AutoCAD for performing inquiries of your drawing data.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Leverage the Rollover Tooltips
  Display Coordinates in the drawing file
  List Objects
  Measure an Area
  Measure a Volume
  Use the Quick Calculator
  Use the Quick Measure Tools
  Use the traditional Measure Tools

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• External References

  External References Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 25 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to use External References to attach and/or overlay other CAD files and images into your AutoCAD drawings. With External References (XREFs), multiple drawings can be used to keep drawing files smaller and more manageable, while still being able to view up-to-date CAD geometry from other project drawings. This is especially helpful when collaborating on projects with multiple team members, where drawing files are broken out by discipline or into even smaller subsets. The compilation of videos presented in this course will teach you the basics of using external references, and introduce you to essential tools and settings for working with XREFs.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Attach External References
  Attach Underlays
  Bind an External Reference
  Attach Images
  Adjusting the External Reference Path
  Copying Nested Objects
  Managing External References

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Model & Sheet Viewports

  Model and Sheet Viewports Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 20 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to use viewports in AutoCAD to more easily navigate your drawing files and configure your sheet layouts. Viewports allow you to have multiple views of your drawing displayed in the drawing window and on sheet layouts. Model viewports are ideal while you are working in your drawing, and the Layout viewports are used to setup model views that you want displayed on your plot sheets. The concept of viewports is similar for Model Views and Layouts, with a one clear distinction being that Layout viewports provide controls to override layer properties and visibility for individual viewports. The compilation of videos presented in this course will help you understand model space and paper space, and teach you the tools for creating viewports in both drawing file environments.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Leverage Model and Layout Viewports
  Work with Model Viewports
  Use the View Manager
  Create Layout Viewports
  Work with Layout Viewports
  Use Layout Viewport Overrides
  Change objects between Model and Paper Space

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Printing & Plotting

  Printing and Plotting Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 20 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to publish AutoCAD drawing files to a Printer, Plotter, and PDF file. In Autodesk you can print model views and sheet layouts using custom plot styles and plotter configurations. Drawings can be published directly to a printer or to file, like a PDF. The compilation of videos in this course will teach you the basics for printing and plotting in AutoCAD.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Plot single Layout
  Publish multiple Layouts
  View Plot and Publish Details
  Control Plot Options and Orientation
  Leverage Plot Style Tables
  Manage Plotters

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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• Collaboration

  Collaboration Course Introduction
  (Course Duration: 25 minutes)

  Course Description
  In this course, you will learn how to perform common collaboration tasks in AutoCAD. When working with multiple team members on a project it is important to use the collaboration tools in AutoCAD to share drawing data. There are a number of tools that you can turn to for collaboration, including importing and exporting to different file formats, converting drawing files to different formats and versions, translating CAD standards between the sharing parties, and simply sharing copies of your drawing with your team. The compilation of videos in this course will teach you the most common and frequently used tools for AutoCAD for collaboration.

  Course Objectives
  The material presented in this course teach you how to:
  Import Files
  Export Files
  Convert Drawing Files
  ETransmit AutoCAD drawings
  Setting Drawing Standards
  Layer Translator
  DWG Compare
  Using DWF Markup Files
  Shared Views
  Share
  Traces
  Publish to Autodesk Docs

  Course Prerequisites
  To participate in this training course, you should have the following:
  AutoCAD Basics

  CPD via CPD UK Accredited Course
  This course is eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit via CPD UK. This is a globally recognized CPD meaning the learning activity has reached the required Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks. If you would like to learn more, please see CPDUK. You can log your CPD credits by creating an account and providing the correct, required information. If you would like to log your CPD credits with another organization, you will need to navigate that process as directed by the target organization.

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