Autocad - Advanced 2D To 3D Course

Become an Advanced AutoCAD user quickly by creating as you learn

What you'll learn
Have an advanced knowledge of both 2D & 3D CAD Design
Able to take Higher level job roles as an AutoCAD Designer & Modeller
Requirements
Requires a good basic knowledge of 2D AutoCAD.
Please take our beginners course 'Getting Started Quickly with AutoCAD' if you have no or littler prior experience.
Description
Are you experienced in AutoCAD but only know how to model in 2D?! This course will introduce you to the 3D concepts and commands and allow you to level up your AutoCAD skills.Whether you have used AutoCAD for years or have just completed our 2D course, this course will show you how to create in 3D and really make your models come to life.Jane: “I had tried other courses that said they were for beginners but assumed there were things you already knew. This course actually starts at the beginning and explains what you're doing as you're doing it, without making you feel lost. I do have to pause often but it's so helpful!”Create 3D models from 2D designs, set up the scene, add materials, lights and cameras. Create photorealistic images to show off your creations or walk through them in 3D.After learning the basics of AutoCAD many people want to move on to more advanced concepts. 3D is becoming more popular as it makes it much easier to visualize the end result of a project. In moving into 3D however, there is much more to learn than just the 3D modeling aspect. In order to present your finished image, you need to know about camera placement, lighting the scene, and applying realistic-looking materials.This course was designed for the AutoCAD user with experience in 2D that would like to learn to use the 3D commands. The course includes practice files and a realistic project to allow you to put into practice the skills as you learn them. Throughout this AutoCAD course, you'll be creating your own real-world realistic project that is indicative of the kind you might be asked to create in the workplace. You will learn how to produce a professional model to industry standards and hopefully inspire you to do even more!In this course, we cover advanced 2D drawing methods before moving on to 3D modeling and showing how to model a range of objects. We then use these methods to convert a 2D drawing into a 3D model that we can work with, in the following chapters.MaryKate: "I imagine that the pace of this course will suit most people interested in an introduction CAD! The instructor is easy to understand and is cautious to not overwhelm you right off the bat.”What will you learn in this AutoCAD advanced 2D to 3D course?Start by learning some advanced selection tools and workflowsLearn advanced viewport control tools and techniquesCreate Dynamic Blocks that can be altered as neededBegin with the basics of 3D modelingHow to edit and refine a 2D model for converting to 3DUse the extrude command to give 3D properties to 2D elementsUse boolean techniques to edit solid objectsLearn about materials and how to apply them to 3D objectsAdd & set up cameras in a sceneAdd & set up lighting in a scenePlace your model in a real-world location to get accurate sunlight values.Set up and render your finished designs to create a photorealistic imageWalk & fly through your finished design.Real-World SkillsDuring the course, you will be following along to create a 3D building from the dimensions given. After this course, you will have all the skills necessary to create your own 3D models whether for business or leisure purposes.Become a Professional AutoCAD DrafterWith the skills learned in this course, you'll have a highly-desired skill that can help you get jobs and make money as an AutoCAD Drafter.AutoCAD is an industry-standard and most widely used application when it comes to CAD software, so it's important for you to learn it if you want to be a professional designer.Abraham: "You have put together a wonderful course. Auto CAD was completely new to me however I feel much more confident after having gone through this course. As a beginner, Auto CAD was definitely intimidating to me however your course has put me at ease. I am a working professional in the marine construction field and frequently need to make new drawings for vessel reconfiguration, new fabrication, etc. Previously I would make a sketch and depend on others for a final drawing but now I have started doing it on my own in a small way. Once again thanks for designing this beautiful course. Great Job!I have used this method successfully to teach many students and hope to teach you the same way. This course is the Advanced AutoCAD course and is the third in a range of Autodesk-specific software courses that will take anyone from a basic 2D Drafter to a fully-fledged 3D CAD specialist.Why learn AutoCAD from us?With over 20 years of experience in a variety of design & CAD Management roles, Mike Freeman knows AutoCAD inside out. He is also an Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting.Many instructors teach outdated methods which have no place in modern real-world use. The skills you will learn here will allow you to not only create professional drawings but allow you to enter the workplace with relevant CAD knowledge that will show any future client or employer that you were taught well.We promise to help you learn AutoCAD, no matter what it takes. If you ever get stuck, just post a message to the course dashboard and we'll be there to support you.Our Happiness GuaranteeIf you aren't happy with your purchase, we have a 30-day 100% money-back guarantee. There's literally no reason to hesitate!Enroll now, and we'll see you inside the course!**Please Note: This course was recorded on the PC version of AutoCAD. If you use a MAC then the commands and locations may vary. I do not have a MAC so am unable to help with this but a quick Google search should help you.**

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Software Requirements

Section 2: Advanced AutoCAD Techniques

Lecture 3 Selection Tools 01

Lecture 4 Selection Tools 02

Lecture 5 Advanced Modify Tools

Section 3: Viewport Control Techniques

Lecture 6 Viewport Control 01

Lecture 7 Viewport Control 02

Lecture 8 Viewport Control 03

Lecture 9 Viewport Control 04

Lecture 10 Viewport Control 05

Section 4: More Advanced AutoCAD Techniques

Lecture 11 Dynamic Block Creation 01

Lecture 12 Dynamic Block Creation 02

Lecture 13 Using Wipeouts

Section 5: Basic 3D Modelling

Lecture 14 Basics of 3D Modelling 01

Lecture 15 Basics of 3D Modelling 02

Section 6: Applying 3D Modelling Techniques

Lecture 16 Preparing the 2D Drawing for 3D

Lecture 17 Modelling the Walls

Lecture 18 Creating Door & Window Openings

Lecture 19 Creating the Window Frames

Lecture 20 Modelling the Internal Doors

Lecture 21 Modelling the External Door

Lecture 22 Adding the Base Slab

Lecture 23 Creating the Roof

Section 7: 3D Visualisation

Lecture 24 Attaching Materials to the Model 01

Lecture 25 Attaching Materials to the Model 02

Lecture 26 Setting up Cameras in the Scene

Lecture 27 Enhancing the Environment

Lecture 28 Lighting the Scene 01

Lecture 29 Lighting the Scene 02

Lecture 30 Rendering 01

Lecture 31 Rendering 02

Lecture 32 Walk & Fly Through your Model

Section 8: A Look at BIM CAD Software

Lecture 33 A Look at BIM

Section 9: Bonus Section:

Lecture 34 Bonus Lecture: Introduction to Aeroform3D

Anyone that wants to learn more advanced AutoCAD,Students that have already taken our beginners course