AutoCAD 2009 Transitioning from AutoCAD 2007

Objectives
This course provides AutoCAD® 2007 software users a thorough understanding of the new and enhanced features offered in the AutoCAD® 2009 product. Delegates learn how to significantly improve 2D drafting productivity by using the new 2D Drafting and Annotations workspace, Dashboard and CUI. Also, they learn how to increase productivity with the new drawing annotation functionality including annotation scales, Multi-leaders, and dimensioning enhancements. Also covered are enhancements to how table data can be created from Excel spreadsheets, including linked data to Excel and Comma Delimited files. Finally, delegates learn how to create even more photorealistic visualizations with advanced light sources.

Hands-on exercises throughout the course explore the new features, functionality, and enhancements to AutoCAD 2008. The exercises are printed in the book and are also provided in an onscreen format that can be viewed next to AutoCAD on your monitor.

Requirements

This courseware is designed for the experienced user who is upgrading to the latest version of the
software. It is recommended that they have a working knowledge of:
¦ A previous release of AutoCAD.
¦ Microsoft® Windows® 2000 or Microsoft® Windows® XP.