AutoCAD VBA Programming for Beginners
Learn IDE setup, object modeling, variable usage, user forms, conditionals, loops, drawing objects, debugging, and error handling in this comprehensive beginner course.
VBA Programming Course Highlights
VBA is a programming platform that helps automate tasks using the Visual Basic programming language. This course will teach you how to use the VBA integrated development environment (VBAIDE) and work with the AutoCAD object model. You’ll also understand the concept of Excel Visual Basic for applications.
The Visual Basic for Applications course will give you valuable insights into the best AutoCAD programs. It will introduce you to the AutoCAD VBA concepts to create interactive VBA Autocad programs. The course will guide you through installing VBA IDE, downloading and installing AutoCAD VBA IDE and identifying VBA IDE components. You’ll learn to examine AutoCAD VBA object model structure, use variables in the VBA program and work with conditionals and decisions. You’ll also find lessons on looping and iterations, drawing objects, code debugging and error handling in VBA.
Upon completing this Excel VBA programming tutorial, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate to showcase your skills and improve your resume. Again, our VBA Excel courses are more flexible and convenient than many traditional programs. You can learn at your own pace and have complete control over your studies. So, enrol right away!
Learning outcome
- Set up and navigate the VBA IDE for AutoCAD.
- Understand and manipulate the AutoCAD Object Model through VBA.
- Implement variables, user forms, controls, conditionals, and loops in VBA for AutoCAD.
- Create and modify drawing objects programmatically.
- Debug VBA code effectively within AutoCAD.
- Handle errors gracefully to ensure robust performance.
- Apply acquired skills to automate tasks and customize AutoCAD workflows.
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Why should I take this course?
- Gain fundamental skills in AutoCAD VBA Programming.
- Automate repetitive tasks to boost efficiency.
- Customize AutoCAD to suit specific project needs.
- Enhance career prospects in CAD programming.
VBA Programming Career Path
- CAD Programmer
- Automation Specialist
- VBA Developer
- CAD Technician
- Engineering Consultant
- Product Designer
VBA Programming Requirements
- Basic familiarity with AutoCAD usage.
- No prior programming experience required.
- Access to a computer or digital device with internet connectivity.
Course Curriculum
Course Curriculum
| Unit 01: Introduction | |||
| Module 01: Introduction | 00:04:00 | ||
| Module 02: Course Content Identified | 00:06:00 | ||
| Unit 02: VBA Integrated Development Environment (IDE) | |||
| Module 01: Setting-up the Environment (Installing VBA IDE) | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 02: Downloading and Installing AutoCAD VBA IDE | 00:04:00 | ||
| Module 03: Identify and Understand VBA IDE Components (Toolbars and Windows) | 00:03:00 | ||
| Module 04: VBA IDE Walkthrough | 00:14:00 | ||
| Unit 03: Understanding AutoCAD Object Model in VBA | |||
| Module 01: Examining AutoCAD VBA Object Model Structure | 00:07:00 | ||
| Module 02: Examining AutoCAD Object Model Structure Part 2 | 00:06:00 | ||
| Unit 04: Using Variables in VBA | |||
| Module 01: Working on Variables | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 02: Using Variables in the Program | 00:14:00 | ||
| Unit 05: User Forms and Controls | |||
| Module 01: User Forms and Controls Topic Breakdown | 00:02:00 | ||
| Module 02: Using Label, Textbox and Command Button Controls | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 03: Using ListBox Control | 00:06:00 | ||
| Module 04: Using ComboBox Control | 00:09:00 | ||
| Module 05: Using CheckBox Control | 00:08:00 | ||
| Module 06: Using OptionButton Control | 00:03:00 | ||
| Module 07: Using MultiPage Control | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 08: Using MultiPage Control Continued | 00:14:00 | ||
| Module 09: Using Frame Control | 00:03:00 | ||
| Unit 06: Conditionals and Decisions in VBA | |||
| Module 01: Conditions and Decisions Course Outline | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 02: IF-THEN-ELSE Condition | 00:02:00 | ||
| Module 03: IF-THEN-ELSEIF Condition | 00:04:00 | ||
| Module 04: Conditional Operators in VBA | 00:04:00 | ||
| Module 05: Logical Operators in VBA | 00:07:00 | ||
| Module 06: SELECT CASE Statement in VBA | 00:05:00 | ||
| Unit 07: Looping and Iterations in VBA | |||
| Module 01: Looping and Iterations Overview | 00:02:00 | ||
| Module 02: Using DO-WHILE Loop in VBA | 00:04:00 | ||
| Module 03: Using DO-UNTIL Loop in VBA | 00:02:00 | ||
| Module 04: Using FOR…NEXT Loop in VBA | 00:02:00 | ||
| Module 05: Using FOR…EACH…NEXT Loop in VBA | 00:03:00 | ||
| Unit 08: Drawings Objects in VBA | |||
| Module 01: Drawing Objects Overview | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 02: Draw a Line Object using Utility Function | 00:03:00 | ||
| Module 03: Draw a Line Object using Points from User’s Input | 00:07:00 | ||
| Module 04: Draw a Circle Object Using Utility Functions | 00:03:00 | ||
| Module 05: Draw a Text Object using Utility Functions | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 06: Draw a LWPolyline and Polyline Objects | 00:06:00 | ||
| Unit 09: Code Debugging in VBA | |||
| Module 01: Code Debugging Overview | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 02: Code Debugging in VBA Demo | 00:12:00 | ||
| Module 03: Code Debugging in VBA Demo Continued… | 00:02:00 | ||
| Unit 10: Error Handling in VBA | |||
| Module 01: Error Handling Course Outline | 00:02:00 | ||
| Module 02: Error Handling in VBA Demo | 00:13:00 | ||
| Unit 11: Conclusion | |||
| Module 01: Conclusion and Thank you! | 00:01:00 | ||
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3 hours, 37 minutes