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KathinWichita
10.01.2011, 01:32
I used AutoCAD for several years, then switched to SolidWorks and was good at both, but don't think there is much use for SolidWorks here.
  
I am considering attempting to get a job using AutoCAD here in Wichita.  I assume AutoCAD has changed quite a bit since 98, but am thinking the basics are the same.  Have been going through an AutoCAD 2006 tutorial online and find it quite easy--am usually a jump or two ahead of the instructor.  What do you think?  Should I go for it? 

Cad64
10.01.2011, 01:51
Yes, the basics are the same, but the program interface has changed pretty drastically and there are lots of new commands and features, a totally revamped 3D environment, etc. But as long as you know the basics, you can learn all the new features as you go. Get yourself a book, work through online tutorials and ask questions in the Autocad forums. It shouldn't take long for you to get up to speed.

KathinWichita
10.01.2011, 03:14
Thanks for the quick feedback.
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jools182
10.01.2011, 10:15
You should get back into it pretty quickly and once you learn the new tools you'll probably find it's a lot easier than it used to be.I'm back with 2009 now, but have used newer versions in the past and found the express tools helpful

HAWDesigner
10.01.2011, 15:40
If you haven't already found it, you can download a Free Trial version of AutoCAD 2011 here: http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/pc/index?siteID=123112&id=13779351Good Luck!!