Question 1

A000: Introduction to CAD

Accepted Answer

introduction to CAD and AutoCAD Basics. Ideal for beginners, but also a great refreshment course for intermediate users
 
- The Old Days
- Modern Drafting
- Scale Factors (SI & Imperial)
- Understanding Font Size
- Model/Paper Display
- Setting up a Drawing
- Layers
- Blocks & X-Refs
- X-Refs: Attachment Vs Overlay. Nesting
- X-Refs: Paths, Cropping, Exploring, etc.
- Text and Text Styles
- SHX Vs True Type Fonts
- M-Text and M-Leaders
- Model, Work Space and Layout
- Viewports
- Tables, Excel, Images & Others.
- Plotting & Publishing

Question 2

A001: Introduction to AutoCAD MEP

Accepted Answer

Introduction to AutoCAD MEP (former Autodesk Building Systems)
 
- AutoCAD Vs AutoCAD MEP
- Why AutoCAD MEP?
- AutoCAD MEP Vs Revit
- Systems (Basic)
- Piping (Basic)
- Duct-work (Basic)
- Model Template
- System Definitions. Creating a System
- Project Structure Organization
- Constructs
- Views
- Sheets
- Elements​
- Project Structure Considerations
- Workspace
- Project Navigator​
- Tool Palettes
- Layers & Layer Keys (Basic)
- Layer KeyStyles & Layer Standards (Basic)
- Pipe Routing Preferences (Intermediate)
- Introduction to MV Parts (Basic)
- Creating MV Parts (Basic)
- The Parts Catalog (Basic)
- Piping Tips and Tricks (Compass, Ortho, etc.)
- The Display System (Basic)
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Question 3

A002: AutoCAD MEP (Intermediate/Advanced)

Accepted Answer

AutoCAD MEP for intermediate and advanced users focusing on specific professional needs.
 
- Systems (Intermediate)
- Piping (Intermediate)
- Duct-work (Intermediate)
- Model Template (Intermediate)
- Modifying System (Advanced)
- Project Structure Organization
- Constructs
- Views
- Sheets
- Elements​
- Project Structure Considerations
- Workspace
- Project Navigator​
- Tool Palettes
- Layers & Layer Keys (Advanced)
- Layer KeyStyles & Layer Standards (Intermediate)
- Pipe Routing Preferences (Advanced)
- MV Parts and Part Catalog (Advanced)
- Creating AutoCAD MEP Content from Revit MEP families
- Piping Tips and Tricks (Compass, Ortho, etc.)
- The Display System (Advanced)
- Display Configuration
- Display Sets
- Display Representation by Object
- Integrating AutoCAD MEP and Revit

Question 4

A003: Pipe Systems (Advanced)

Accepted Answer

You will learn how to create and modify different pipe systems (Domestic Water, Sanitary Drain, Sanitary Vent, Compressed Air, Wet Fire Sprinklers, etc.)​
- Pipe Systems
- Fire Protection System
- Drainage Systems
- Supply Systems
- Mechanical Piping
- Pipe Routing Preferences
- Pipe Display Representations
- Carriers
- Creating AutoCAD MEP Content from Revit MEP families
- Isometrics
- Using Pre-Piped Assemblies
- Piping tips and tricks

Question 5

A004: Mechanical - HVAC

Accepted Answer

- Creating Ductwork
- Placing Air Terminals
- Duct Accessories
- Calculating Ductwork

Question 6

A005: Electrical

Accepted Answer

- Placing Electrical Outlets
- Creating Circuits
- Panel Schedules

Question 7

A006: Plumbing

Accepted Answer

- Review of Piping Routing Preferences
- Creating Plumbing Systems
- Working with Pressure Systems
- Working with Drainage Systems
- Plumbing Fixtures and Equipment

Question 8

A007: Fire Protection

Accepted Answer

- Review of Piping Routing Preferences
- Creating Fire Protection Systems
- Working with Fire Protection Systems
- Fire Sprinklers and Fire Protection Equipment

AutoCAD MEP (Professional)