Autodesk

AUTOCAD
An Introduction
 AutoCAD was developed by Autodesk.
AutoCAD is system software which supports both 2
Dimensional(2D) and 3 Dimensional (3D) formats.
Bridges the gap between imagination and implementation,
as designs can be created, modified, and optimized in
electronic form.
Characteristics of AutoCAD
The use of AutoCAD software provides enhanced graphic
capabilities which allow the designers to:

1. Conceptualization of Ideas using AutoCAD

2. Easy modification of the engineering designs
3. Perform design calculations quickly
4. Use colures, fonts, textures, and other aesthetic features
5. Know your products strength using simulations
Brief History of
AutoCAD
In the early 1980s the kinds of Computer Aided designs(CAD)
techniques provided by AutoCAD were available only to
personnel belonging to Specialize Graphics Terminals.
However, the release of the first AutoCAD version accord the
drafters to access to a tool that could use on standard
computers.
Versions of AutoCAD

The first version AutoCAD-1.0 was launched back in the year

1982. The software was considered to be the first program of
its own type and has unique features . Since then, Autodesk
had launched various upgraded versions of AutoCAD on
regular Intervals.
Versions in the Recent Past

Official Name Version and Date of Release

AutoCAD 2004 16.0, March 2003

AutoCAD 2005 16.1, March 2004
AutoCAD 2006 16.2, March 2005
AutoCAD 2007 17.0, March 2006
AutoCAD 2008 17.1, March 2007
AutoCAD 2009 17.2, March2008
AutoCAD 2010 18.0, March 2009
AutoCAD 2011 18.1, March 2010
AutoCAD 2012 18.2, March 2011
Recently Released AutoCAD
Software
The latest version released is AutoCAD 2014 and AutoCAD
2013 for Mac. The version has unique features such as:

Autodesk Exchange Apps

Customization and Support File Sync
Windows 8 Support
Programming UI for Specializes application
Inventor File Import
Material Library
AutoCAD WS App
Design Feed, Reality Capture
Autodesk Live Maps
PDE Support
AutoCAD in Present Day
Scenario
1.AutoCAD is one of leading and the best known Computer
Aided Design(CAD) software being used worldwide.

2.It is used in all kinds of industry sectors where drafting,

modeling and design are core functions.

3.AutoCAD is the widely recommended solution available to

the drafters as it makes drawing and drafting very easy
and handy work.
Advantages of AutoCAD

1.AutoCAD enhances the productivity and quality of designs.

2. Drawings get prepared in relatively shorter duration.

3. Reduced the manpower requirement .

4. AutoCAD software is cost effective and highly affordable.

5. Designs can be drawn with greater accuracy.

6. Facilitates easy modification and revision of drawings.

Career Options

1. Drafting Professional

2. 2D and3D Plan Developer

3. CAD Engineer( Civil, Electrical and Mechanical)

4. Architecture and Interior Designing