Introduction to TurboCAD

• This training program is supplied in a convenient, browser-based format which allows the user to follow each session sequentially or to use as a quick reference.
• Each video tutorial has a printable and downloadable drawing so you can use the samples to create your own designs.
• The video tutorials instruct each drawing from start-to-finish so each drawing is fully completed, with dimensions, text and multiple drawing layouts.

In Tutorial 1 you will learn how to draw a small part using various Draw, Modify and Dimensioning tools. During this tutorial, you will also learn about :

• Starting a new drawing from a template.
• The Tools and Design Director palettes.
• Drawing Single lines to specific lengths and angle; Using the SHIFT key to constrain angles.
• Activating Intersection Snap Mode.
• Drawing Concentric Circles.
• Using the keyboard TAB key to access the data fields.
• Using the Selection Info Palette.
• Using the Parallel tool to create vertical and horizontal offsets.
• Using the Object Trim tools; using a crossing selection.
• Using the Meet 2 Lines, Shrink/Extend Line and Line Length modification tools.
• Changing layer properties.
• Inserting dimensions.

In Tutorial 2 you will learn how to convert the sketch produced in the previous session to create a 3D model. During this tutorial, you will also learn about :

• Dragging a sketch to the Blocks palette.
• Naming a Block.
• Displaying the Workplane.
• Viewing the model from an Isometric View.
• Returning a Block to the editor.
• Exploding the Block.
• Using the Design Director to prepare the Sketch for 3D design.
• Joining line segments using Join Polyline.
• Extruding a profile.
• Subtracting 3D objects.
• Render modes.
• Creating and inserting viewports.
• Modifying the view in the Paper Space layout.

In Tutorial 3 you will learn how to Draw an architectural floor plan using interior and exterior walls, doors and windows.  During this tutorial, you will also learn about :

• Starting a new drawing using an Architectural template.
• Pre-existing layers in the Design Director.
• Grid settings.
• Setting the properties of
• Drawing an outer & inner wall using
• Setting the Wall reference.
• Moving and deleting walls.
• Inserting Doors & Windows.
• Manipulating Doors & Windows.
• Changing the Style Properties of Doors & Windows.
• Viewing objects in an Isometric View.

• This training program is presented in a browser-based html electronic version which is downloaded and installed onto your PC or Laptop.
• No internet connection is required to view this training guide; it is installed locally onto your device.  An internet connection is only required to stream the video content.
• All movies are provided in an MP4 format which is compatible with most browsers.
• Superior indexing and search facility allows you to quickly find your favourite topic.
• Sample drawings are provided in a range of TurboCAD formats so you can check your designs against the recommended standard.
• A printable pdf is provided of each Session drawing.

• Introduction to the TurboCAD interface and all the tools needed to put you on the fast-track for 2D sketch to 3D design creation.
• 3 multi-media, audio visual Tutorials covering technical and architectural designs – all created from start-to-finish.
• Rapid Reference Index for quick location of specific topics.
• Printable pdf of each session drawing.
• Sample drawing provided for each tutorial.

Try these courses next :

• TurboCAD Deluxe 2D/3D Training Guide
• TurboCAD Professional 2D/3D Training Guide
• TurboCAD Platinum 2D Training Guide
• TurboCAD Platinum 3D Training Guide
• TurboCAD Platinum 2D/3D  Training Guide
• TurboCAD Online Training & Certification

• A browser such as Chrome, FireFox or Edge is required.
• An internet connection is required to view the media content and download the relevant drawing samples.
• TurboCAD v21 Deluxe or higher should be pre-installed.
• All drawings are accessible from TurboCAD v21 Deluxe upwards.

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