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Cameron Collins. AutoCAD2008. First off …. What does CAD Stand for? CAD is an acronym for Computer Aided Drafting. What is AutoCAD? Auto CAD is a software drafting/design program created by AutoDesk. The Software basics…. Users and Fields. So who uses AutoCAD ?
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Cameron Collins AutoCAD2008
First off… • What does CAD Stand for? • CAD is an acronym for Computer Aided Drafting. • What is AutoCAD? • Auto CAD is a software drafting/design program created by AutoDesk.
Users and Fields.. • So who uses AutoCAD? • Many companies worldwide use this program. • Its available for public and private use. • What are the four major fields that utilize this software? • Manufacturing • Machined parts, screws, hydraulics..ect • Civil • Bridges, roads, railways..ect • Architectural • Housing, buildings, skyscrapers..ect • Surveying • Maps, site planning..ect
Why? • Why use AutoCAD • AutoCAD enables a more organized and precise way of drafting (as opposed to pencil and paper). • Data can be shared electronically allowing multiple people to work on the same project miles apart. • Automatic precision makes dimension errors easier to avoid • AutoDesk provides online help for any software problems you may encounter.
Credits • Susan Campbell –CAD instructor • Art Jenkins – CAD instructor • Joe Meeker – CAD instructor