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The document provides an overview of architectural design and the use of AutoCAD software. It outlines the key stages in architectural design, including conceptual design, schematic design, and construction documents. Additionally, it highlights AutoCAD's features, benefits, and its significance in enhancing precision and collaboration in architectural drafting.

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Lecture#1

The document provides an overview of architectural design and the use of AutoCAD software. It outlines the key stages in architectural design, including conceptual design, schematic design, and construction documents. Additionally, it highlights AutoCAD's features, benefits, and its significance in enhancing precision and collaboration in architectural drafting.

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Lecture Title: Architectural

Designing and AutoCAD


Introduction to Architectural Design
Definition: The process of conceptualizing, planning, and
creating building structures that are functional, safe, and
pleasing.
• Key Stages in Architectural Design
• Conceptual Design: Rough ideas, sketches, and
brainstorming.
• Schematic Design: Basic plans, layouts, and initial
drawings.
• Design Development: Detailed drawings, dimensions,
and system integrations (mechanical, electrical,
plumbing).
• Construction Documents:
INTRODUCTION TO AUTOCAD
What is AutoCAD:
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software developed by Autodesk for 2D and 3D drafting and
design.
• Widely used in architecture, engineering, manufacturing, and construction.

History:
First released in 1982, revolutionizing drafting by moving from manual drawing to
digital platforms.
Why AutoCAD for Architects:
• Precision: Exact measurements and scalability.
• Speed: Fast drafting of floor plans, sections, and elevations.
• Versatility: 2D and 3D modeling for visualizations.
• Collaboration: Ability to share designs and drawings across disciplines (e.g., with
engineers and contractors)
STARTING AUTOCAD
STARTING AUTOCAD
APPLICATION MENU
QUICK ACCESS TOOLBAR
RIBBONS
IF YOU MOVE AWAY FROM THE PANEL,
BUTTONS WILL DISAPPEAR. TO MAKE THEM
VISIBLE ALWAYS, CLICK THE PUSH PIN
SIMPLE HELP FEATURE.
PANELS HAVE TWO STATES

Docked or Floating. By
default all panels are
docked in their
respective tab. Drag
and drop the panel in
the graphical area to
make it floating. One
important feature of
making the panel
floating is you will be
able to see it while
other tabs are active.
PANEL IS FLOATING YOU CAN
TOGGLE THE ORIENTATION
GRAPHICAL AREA

 The graphical area is your drafting area. This is where you will
draw all your lines, arcs, and circles. It is a precise environment
with an XYZ space for 3D and an XY plane for 2D. You can monitor
coordinates in the left part of the status bar.
AUTOCAD DEFAULTS

 AutoCAD saves points as cartesian coordinates (X,Y) whether


metric or imperial numbers were used. This is the first method of
precise input in AutoCAD to type the coordinates using the
keyboard

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