AutoCAD for Beginners to Improvers

We offer a diverse range of business support for innovative businesses in Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond. Our internationalisation credentials are excellent through our joint work with the Department for International Trade (DIT) and our established place as a key Enterprise Europe Network node. CUS Business Solutions is part of Coventry University Services and Coventry University Group.

CUS Business Solutions

This workshop is a practical introduction to the basic elements of this market leading drafting and layout software.

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A two-day interactive course that matches concise, straightforward explanations with hands-on exercises and tutorials to teach new users of Autocad the software's core features and functions. Participants will gain practical hands-on knowledge of the essential elements and will be given simple training exercises and examples to complete as part of the course.The workshop is delivered by a Coventry University CAD specialist in a fully equipped university lab. All delegates will have access to a computer running a current version of Autocad software for the duration of the course. Who Should Attend?No previous Autocad experience is necessary. However, architectural design, drafting or engineering experience is recommended. The course is aimed at Architects, Manufacturers, Technicians, Engineers and Building Professionals who are new to Autocad software or those who want to strengthen knowledge of its essential elements. The subject covered will include:User interface.Creating a new drawing from a template.Basic drawing and modification tools.Creating and controlling Layers.Annotation and Scale.Hatching.Creating and using Blocks.Layout and Scale.Printing and exporting. Refreshments throughout the day and a light buffet lunch will be provided.This workshop is funded by ERDF Green Business Program, delivered by Coventry University and CUE Business Solutions and as such only SMEs based in Coventry and Warwickshire are able to attend. Eligibility will be verified when completing registration details. Please note due to high demand, we will be limiting attendance to two staff from each business.

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