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Course Outline
What the programme covers, module by module.
Module 1: Introduction to AutoCAD
- AutoCAD overview
- CAD fundamentals
- AutoCAD applications
- Drawing workflow
- File formats
- Design environment
Module 2: AutoCAD Interface & Workspace
- Application interface
- Ribbon
- Command line
- Tool palettes
- Status bar
- Workspace configuration
Module 3: Drawing Setup & Coordinate Systems
- Drawing units
- Drawing limits
- Absolute coordinates
- Relative coordinates
- Polar coordinates
- Dynamic input
Module 4: Basic 2D Drawing Tools
- Line
- Polyline
- Circle
- Arc
- Rectangle
- Polygon
Module 5: Precision Drawing Tools
- Object Snap
- Object Tracking
- Ortho mode
- Polar tracking
- Grid and snap
- Coordinate entry
Module 6: Object Selection & Modification
- Move
- Copy
- Rotate
- Scale
- Stretch
- Erase
Module 7: Advanced Modification Tools
- Trim
- Extend
- Offset
- Mirror
- Fillet
- Chamfer
Module 8: Layers & Object Properties
- Layer creation
- Layer properties
- Colours
- Linetypes
- Lineweights
- Layer management
Module 9: Hatching & Drawing Organisation
- Hatch patterns
- Gradient fills
- Hatch boundaries
- Draw order
- Object grouping
- Drawing organisation
Module 10: Text & Annotation
- Single-line text
- Multiline text
- Text styles
- Annotation
- Leaders
- Annotation scaling
Module 11: Dimensions
- Linear dimensions
- Aligned dimensions
- Angular dimensions
- Radius and diameter
- Dimension styles
- Dimension editing
Module 12: Blocks & Attributes
- Creating blocks
- Inserting blocks
- Editing blocks
- Dynamic block concepts
- Attributes
- Reusable components
Module 13: Tables & External References
- AutoCAD tables
- Table styles
- External references
- Xref attachment
- Xref management
- Referenced drawings
Module 14: Layouts & Viewports
- Model space
- Paper space
- Layout creation
- Viewports
- Viewport scales
- Layout management
Module 15: Plotting & Printing
- Page setup
- Plot configuration
- Plot scales
- Plot styles
- PDF output
- Drawing presentation
Module 16: Introduction to 3D Modelling
- 3D workspace
- 3D coordinates
- View controls
- Visual styles
- 3D navigation
- Modelling concepts
Module 17: User Coordinate System
- World Coordinate System
- User Coordinate System
- UCS positioning
- UCS rotation
- Working planes
- 3D coordinates
Module 18: 3D Solid Modelling
- Box
- Cylinder
- Cone
- Sphere
- Extrude
- Presspull
Module 19: Advanced 3D Modelling
- Revolve
- Sweep
- Loft
- Union
- Subtract
- Intersect
Module 20: Editing 3D Models
- Move 3D
- Rotate 3D
- 3D align
- Solid editing
- Face editing
- Edge modification
Module 21: Materials, Visualisation & Rendering
- Materials
- Material assignment
- Lighting
- Cameras
- Rendering
- Visual presentation
Module 22: Integrated AutoCAD 2D & 3D Project
- Technical drawing preparation
- Layer organisation
- Dimensioning
- 3D model creation
- Layout preparation
- Final plotting
Who it's for & what's included
Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.
Classroom
Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor on-site
- ✓ Printed workbook & materials
- ✓ Group exercises & case studies
Online Instructor-Led
Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor via video call
- ✓ Digital workbook & resources
- ✓ Session recordings
Self-Paced
Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.
Everything you get
- ✓ On-demand video lessons
- ✓ Interactive quizzes
- ✓ 24/7 access on any device