Southern Luzon State University

College of Engineering
Computer Engineering Department

CAD01 Computer Aided Drafting

Activity 1: Introduction to AutoCAD

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1.1 AutoCAD Environment Familiarization

Starting new CAD drawing

 Launch AutoCAD.
 Click “Start Drawing”.
 Analyze the image before starting drawing.
 Use different tools from the Ribbon or input “Command Aliases” to create your drawing. You
can also use different MODES and SETTINGS for easy way of drawing.
 You can save your drawing for future references.

1.2 Introduction

AutoCAD is a software used for creating CAD drawings. It contains various tools for easier
creation and refinement of drawings. Your drawing can have infinite space while using either Ribbon or
Command Aliases in creating it.

1.3 Objective

 To use AutoCAD to create CAD drawings.

 To analyze images on creating drawings.
 To familiarize with the environment of AutoCAD.

1.4Activity

Create CAD drawing based from the image given below:

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1.5 Questions

1. State on how you analyze and create your drawing:

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2. How do Ribbons and Command Aliases help you in creating CAD drawings.
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3. Is it necessary to know the starting point of your drawing? Why or why not?
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1.6 Conclusion
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Note: Screenshot of Output in the next page.

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