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AutoCAD Advanced

The course introduces advanced techniques and teaches you to be proficient in your use of the AutoCAD software building on knowledge gained in the Essentials Course.
Online: R 4900
In-Class PE: R 4900
In-Class CPT: R 4900
Course Duration
3 Days
+-7 hrs per day
Start Date
17/08/2026
+-08.30 am

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This course introduces advanced techniques and teaches you to be proficient in your use of AutoCAD software. This is done by teaching you how to recognise the best tool for the task, the best way to use that tool, and how to create new tools to accomplish tasks more efficiently.

Course Objectives

After completing this course participants should be able to understand and/or create:

  • Advanced text objects
  • Working with tables
  • Defining dynamic blocks and attributes
  • Outputting and publishing files for review
  • Collaboration and automation tools
  • Creating, publishing, and customizing sheet sets
  • Managing layers
  • CAD management and system setup
  • Enhancing productivity by customizing the AutoCAD interface
  • Using macros and custom routines

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed to teach beginner users who want to learn more about AutoCAD software.

Pre-requisites

  • Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Windows
  • Completion of the AutoCAD Essentials course or equivalent experience using the AutoCAD software.
  • Experience with drafting and design principles

What's Included

e-Manual
Stationery
Workstation
Software Trial
Tea & Coffee
Lunch
Wifi Access
Certificate
Certified Instructor
*Items may differ between courses, contact an agent for details

Qualifications

On completion of the course, you will be presented with an internationally recognised Autodesk Authorised Training Certificate. 

Introduction
Advanced Drawing Techniques
  • Co-Ordinates
  • Object Snaps
  • Advanced Polar Tracking
  • Working with Polylines and Splines
Advanced Modifying and Annotation Techniques
  • Scale with Reference
  • Align Command
  • Editing Polylines and Adding Text Fields to the Polylines
Efficient Layer Management
  • Advanced Layer Management
Advanced Annotation and Documentation
  • Dynamic Text Fields
  • Annotative Scaling
  • Advanced Hatching
Dynamic Blocks
  • Setting up constrains and parameters
  • Creating a basic Dynamic Block
External References and Drawing Management
  • Creating and external reference
  • DWG Compare
  • Managing external reference for revision control
  • eTransmit
  • Hyperlinks
  • Revision clouds
Sheet set manager, Publishing and Plotting
  • Setting up plot styles
  • Publish and Share sheets & DWG Files
  • Sheets sets and Automated publishing
Customization and Automation
  • CUI: Customizing the user interface and workspace
  • Creating a basic AutoLISP routine
  • Creating and using macros
Geolocation and Mapping tools
  • Set up geolocation information
  • Selecting a site location via Global Map
Troubleshooting, performance optimization, CAD Standards and AutoCAD Web & mobile
  • Troubleshoot and drawing
  • Performance optimization
  • CAD Standards
  • AutoCAD Web & Mobile
  1. Students are to be at the training venue by 08h00 in preparation for a 08h30 start time.
  2. Bookings can only be considered confirmation on receipt of payment.
  3. Bookings may be changed up to three weeks in advance of the course. A fee of 20% will be levied to cover charges.
  4. For full day courses, we will supply you with the relevant training material. A desktop computer to use for the training (where
    applicable) tea/coffee and a full lunch for full day InClass training hosted at the training center only. Catering is not included for OnSite training
  5. Cancellation or rescheduling requests must be in writing and reach us at least 5 (five) working days prior to the course commencement date.
    Full course fees may be retained for no shows or requests within 5 working days prior to commencement.
  6. Although we go to great lengths to ensure that all training proceeds as scheduled, we reserve the right to cancel or postpone\
    dates if we require to do so and undertake to inform clients in writing and telephonically of these changes.
  7. We suggest clients wait until a week prior to course commencement that a course has been confirmed to go ahead as scheduled
    before booking flight and accommodation. We are NOT responsible for cost associated with cancellation of classes such as flight
    and accommodation for clients.
  8. Full training fees will apply if the above condition is not complied with.
  9. Errors and Omissions Excepted.
  10. By accepting the Micrographics terms and conditions, you agree to receiving marketing material from time to time. This may include Mailers, social media references and any other marketing communications employed by MGFX for the distribution of information pertaining to products and/or services supplied by Micrographics SA (Pty) Ltd.
  11. For any queries our contact details may be found on mgfx.co.za/contact.
  12. All pricing INCLUDES VAT, unless otherwise stated to exclude VAT. Transactions originating from outside of South Africa will not be subject to VAT, however pricing shown online may still include VAT, dependent on individual Web Browser settings.
  13. Pricing is subject to the availability of stock and exchange rate fluctuations, and may change without prior notice.
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