AutoCAD 2018 3D Drawing & Modeling – Mixed Units

The AutoCAD^® 2018: 3D Drawing and Modeling student guides introduces users who are proficient with the 2D commands in the AutoCAD® software to the concepts and methods of 3D modeling. The student 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

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.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: 3D Foundations
Chapter 2: Simple Solids
Chapter 3: Working with the User Coordinate System
Chapter 4: Creating Solids & Surfaces from 2D Objects
Chapter 5: Modifying in 3D Space
Chapter 6: Advanced Solid Editing
Chapter 7: Additional Editing Tools
Chapter 8: Refining the View
Chapter 9: Point Clouds
Chapter 10: Visualization
Chapter 11: Working Drawings from 3D Models
Appendix A: Skills Assessment