AutoCAD 3D Drawing & Modeling
Course Length: 3 days
The AutoCAD 3D Drawing and Modeling training course introduces users who are proficient with the 2D
commands in the AutoCAD® software to the concepts and methods of 3D modeling. The course 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.
Course description shown for AutoCAD 2019. Topics, curriculum, and/or prerequisites may change depending on software version.
Training Guide Contents
Chapter 1: 3D Foundations
▪ 1.1 Why Use 3D?
▪ 1.2 Introduction to the 3D Modeling Workspace
▪ 1.3 Basic 3D Viewing Tools
▪ 1.4 3D Navigation Tools
▪ 1.5 Introduction to the User Coordinate System (UCS)
Chapter 2: Simple Solids
▪ 2.1 Working with Solid Primitives
▪ 2.2 Solid Primitive Types
▪ 2.3 Working with Composite Solids
▪ 2.4 Working with Mesh Models
Chapter 3: Working with the User Coordinate System
▪ 3.1 UCS Basics
▪ 3.2 UCS X, Y, and Z Commands
▪ 3.3 UCS Multi-functional Grips
▪ 3.4 Saving a UCS by Name
Chapter 4: Creating Solids & Surfaces from 2D Objects
▪ 4.1 Complex 3D Geometry
▪ 4.2 Extruded Solids and Surfaces
▪ 4.3 Swept Solids and Surfaces
▪ 4.4 Revolved Solids and Surfaces
▪ 4.5 Lofted Solids and Surfaces
▪ 4.6 NURBS Surfaces
Chapter 5: Modifying in 3D Space
▪ 5.1 3D Gizmo Tools
▪ 5.2 Aligning Objects in 3D Space
▪ 5.3 3D Modify Commands
Chapter 6: Advanced Solid Editing
▪ 6.1 Editing Components of Solids
▪ 6.2 Editing Faces of Solids
▪ 6.3 Fillets and Chamfers on Solids
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Chapter 7: Additional Editing Tools
▪ 7.1 Creating a Shell
▪ 7.2 Imprinting Edges of Solids
▪ 7.3 Slicing a Solid along a Plane
▪ 7.4 Interference Checking
▪ 7.5 Converting Objects to Surfaces
▪ 7.6 Converting Objects to Solids
Chapter 8: Refining the View
▪ 8.1 Working with Sections
▪ 8.2 Working with Cameras
▪ 8.3 Managing Views in 3D
▪ 8.4 Animating with ShowMotion
▪ 8.5 Creating ShowMotion Shots
▪ 8.6 Creating Animations
Chapter 9: Point Clouds
▪ 9.1 Point Clouds
Chapter 10: Visualization
▪ 10.1 Creating Visual Styles
▪ 10.2 Working with Materials
▪ 10.3 Specifying Light Sources
▪ 10.4 Rendering Concepts
Chapter 11: Working Drawings from 3D Models
▪ 11.1 Creating Multiple Viewports
▪ 11.2 2D Views from 3D Solids
▪ 11.3 Creating Technical Drawings with Flatshot
▪ 11.4 3D Model Import
▪ 11.5 Automatic Model Documentation
▪ 11.6 3D Printing
Appendix A: Skills Assessment
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The following cancellation policy shall apply to all training engagements, Live Online, Consulting Services and
Dedicated/Custom Training:
▪ Company reserves the right to reschedule or cancel the date, time and location of its class at any
time. In the event that a Training Class is cancelled by Company, Customer is entitled to a full refund.
Company shall not be responsible for any other loss incurred by Customer as a result of a
cancellation or reschedule.
▪ For Customer cancellations when written notice is received (i) at least ten (10) business days in
advance of the class, the Customer is entitled to a full refund of its payment or reschedule enrollment,
(ii) less than ten (10) business days, Customer shall not be entitled to a refund, but shall receive a
class credit to be used within three (3) months of the date of the original class.
▪ Student substitutions are acceptable with at least two (2) days prior notice to the class, provided
substitution meets course prerequisites and is approved by Company’s Training Coordinator
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Company is not responsible for any error in the delivery of the email notice. In the event of any
reschedule of Consulting Services and/or Dedicated/Custom Training by Customer, Company will
invoice Customer for all non-cancellable travel expenses.
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