The AutoCAD® 2019: 3D Drawing and Modeling learning guides introduces users who are proficient with the 2D commands in the AutoCAD® software to the concepts and methods of 3D modeling. The guide provides a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of 3D and explores the main features of the advanced 3D Modeling workspace in the AutoCAD software.
Topics Covered:
- 3D viewing techniques
- Working with simple and composite solids
- Creating complex solids and surfaces
- Modifying objects in 3D space
- Editing solids
- Creating sections, camera perspectives, and animations
- Working with point clouds
- Converting 3D objects
- Setting up a rendering with materials and lights
- Creating 2D drawings from 3D models
- Working with the User Coordinate System
- Set up a drawing for 3D Prints
Prerequisites:
- Access to the 2019 version of the software. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions.
- Before taking this course, students need to have a good working skill level in the AutoCAD software. A minimum of 80 hours of work experience with the AutoCAD software is recommended
Note:
This learning guide is designed for those using the AutoCAD® software with a Windows operating system. This learning guide is not designed for the AutoCAD for Mac software.
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