KEY TERMS-TECHNICAL DRAFTING

DWG - extension for AutoCAD drawing file

CTRL + S - keyboard shortcut for saving AutoCAD drawing.

CAD - producing computer-generated drawings.

Polar - type of coordinate information do we mostly use in CAD

Draw commands - CAD commands such as LINE, CIRCLE, and ARC and other basic CAD
figures.
Esc - To end the line command, you can either left click the mouse
AutoCAD is one of the CAD system software introduced by Autodesk.

CAD – Computer Aided Design

CADD – Computer Aided Design and Drafting

Applications of CAD

• Preparing Architectural drawing

• Interior design and modelling
• Tool and fixture design
• Production planning and control
• Preparing of assembly list and bill of material
• Computer aided inspection
• Preparation of programs for CNC machine
• Circuit and panel drawing

The User Co-ordinate System- determines X, Y and Z axis

A pattern of lines, dots and other shapes that fills in a closed area.

AutoCAD Interface
a. tab f. origin
b. quick access toolbar g. status bar
c. menu browser h. panel
d. ribbon I. command palette
e. info center