![About AutoCAD
AutoCAD is a CAD (Computer Aided Design) software application for 2D and 3D
design and drafting, developed and sold by Autodesk, Inc. Initially released in late
1982, AutoCAD was one of the first CAD programs to run on personal computers,
and notably the IBM PC. Most CAD software at the time ran on graphics terminals
connected to mainframe computers or mini-computers.
Modern AutoCAD includes a full set of basic solid modeling and 3D tools, but
lacks some of the more advanced capabilities of solid modeling applications. With
the release of AutoCAD 2007 came improved 3D modeling functionality. Which
meant better navigation when working in 3D? Moreover it became easier to edit
3D models. The mental ray engine was included in rendering; it was now possible
to do quality renderings.
AutoCAD supports a number of application programming interfaces (APIs) for
customization and automation. These include Auto LISP, Visual LISP, VBA, .NET
and Object ARX. AutoCAD's native file format, DWG, and to a lesser extent, its
interchange file format, DXF, have become de facto standards for CAD data
interoperability
AutoCAD currently runs exclusively on Microsoft desktop operating systems.
AutoCAD can run on an emulator or compatibility layer like VMware Workstation
or Wine, albeit subject to various performance issues that can often arise when
working with 3D objects or large drawings.
Scope of AutoCAD
AutoCAD Architecture (abbreviated as ACA) is a version of Autodesk's flagship
product, AutoCAD, with tools and functions specially suited to architectural work.
Architectural objects have a relationship to one another and interact with each
other intelligently. For example, a window has a relationship to the wall that
contains it. If you move or delete the wall, the window reacts accordingly. Objects
can be represented in both 2D and 3D. AutoCAD Architecture uses the DWG file
format but an object enabler [1] is needed to access, display, and manipulate object
data in applications different from AutoCAD Architecture.](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/autocad-120522034500-phpapp01/85/Auto-cad-1-320.jpg)
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- 1. About AutoCAD AutoCAD is a CAD (Computer Aided Design) software application for 2D and 3D design and drafting, developed and sold by Autodesk, Inc. Initially released in late 1982, AutoCAD was one of the first CAD programs to run on personal computers, and notably the IBM PC. Most CAD software at the time ran on graphics terminals connected to mainframe computers or mini-computers. Modern AutoCAD includes a full set of basic solid modeling and 3D tools, but lacks some of the more advanced capabilities of solid modeling applications. With the release of AutoCAD 2007 came improved 3D modeling functionality. Which meant better navigation when working in 3D? Moreover it became easier to edit 3D models. The mental ray engine was included in rendering; it was now possible to do quality renderings. AutoCAD supports a number of application programming interfaces (APIs) for customization and automation. These include Auto LISP, Visual LISP, VBA, .NET and Object ARX. AutoCAD's native file format, DWG, and to a lesser extent, its interchange file format, DXF, have become de facto standards for CAD data interoperability AutoCAD currently runs exclusively on Microsoft desktop operating systems. AutoCAD can run on an emulator or compatibility layer like VMware Workstation or Wine, albeit subject to various performance issues that can often arise when working with 3D objects or large drawings. Scope of AutoCAD AutoCAD Architecture (abbreviated as ACA) is a version of Autodesk's flagship product, AutoCAD, with tools and functions specially suited to architectural work. Architectural objects have a relationship to one another and interact with each other intelligently. For example, a window has a relationship to the wall that contains it. If you move or delete the wall, the window reacts accordingly. Objects can be represented in both 2D and 3D. AutoCAD Architecture uses the DWG file format but an object enabler [1] is needed to access, display, and manipulate object data in applications different from AutoCAD Architecture.
- 2. 4 WEEKS TRAINING PROGRAM Introduction: History of AutoCAD Industrial aspect Comparison with other technologies Concepts of engineering drawing. 2D DRAFTING: Line Polyline Construction Line Ray Rectangle Array Mirror Scale Stretch Join and Break Point Ellipse Circle Arc Hexagon Text Tim/Extend Lengthen Divide Chamfer Offset Fillet Layers Hatching Explode Region Blocks External Reference Dimensioning Inquiry PROJECTS