This course offers a complete guide to architectural drawing with AutoCAD, covering both 2D and 3D design essentials. Starting with basic selection, creation, and modification tools, you’ll progress to advanced techniques like polylines, arcs, section views, and viewport layouts. You’ll also learn to import and edit external designs, work with PDFs, and fully dimension drawings to industry standards. Through practical video tutorials, you’ll gain hands-on experience in creating, modifying, and publishing professional plans. By the end, you’ll have the skills to use AutoCAD confidently and pursue a competitive career in design.
Who should take this Course?
The AutoCAD Essentials Online Course is ideal for architects, engineers, designers, and students who want to learn the fundamentals of creating precise 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD. It’s also suitable for beginners seeking to develop drafting skills for engineering, construction, and manufacturing projects, as well as professionals looking to refresh their AutoCAD knowledge. No prior CAD experience is required, making it a great starting point for new learners.
What you will learn
Learn how to create 3D models and render realistic visuals
Understand advanced AutoCAD commands for complex geometries and editing
Build proficiency in creating custom linetypes, hatch patterns, and blocks
Implement annotation tools for precise dimensions, leaders, and text
Learn techniques for efficient file management and collaboration in AutoCAD
Understand how to create custom templates and plot styles for printing
Course Outline
Introduction to AutoCAD 2D
Introduction
How to Create and Verify an Account on Autodesk
How to Download AutoCAD 2D
How to Install AutoCAD 2D on Your PC
Learning AutoCAD 2D
Introduction to the AutoCAD Interface
Some Necessary Settings
Learning Some Initial Commands
Learning Some Frequently Used Commands
Learning Remaining Commands
Working with Layers and Blocks
Working with Dimensions
Initiating Drafting Ground Floor Plan
Setting Units and Limits
Creating Layers
Drafting Walls
Boundary Walls
Exterior Nine-Inch Walls
Interior Nine-Inch Walls: Master Bedroom and Bath
Interior Nine-Inch Walls: Bedroom, Lobby, and Bath
Interior Nine-Inch Walls: Lounge and Kitchen
Interior Nine-Inch Walls: Servant Kitchen, Pantry, and Dining Room
Interior Nine-Inch Walls: Double Height Lobby, Bath, and Drawing Room
Interior Nine-Inch Walls: Entrance Lobby, Porch, Balcony Line, and Cantilever Line
Providing Opening for Doors
Servant Space and Pantry
Main Door
Making Stairs
Simple Stairs
Circular Stairs
Making and Fitting Doors
Drafting Door
Making Various Door Blocks
Fitting the Door Up to the Lounge
Fitting the Door Up to the Main Door
Making and Adjusting Windows
Making and Adjusting a Smaller Window of 2'x9"
Making and Adjusting a Medium Window of 4'x9"
Making and Adjusting a Larger Window and Turned Window
Making a Smaller Turned Window
Making a Larger Turned Window
Making and Adjusting a Glass Window
Working with Line Command
Making Patches Block
Making Column and Lawn
Making Lawn and Others Remaining Lines
Hatching
Making a Path for Hatching
Hatching in Walls
Hatching in Lawn and Patches
Hatching in Boundary Walls
Adjusting Furniture
Adjusting Furniture in Master Bedroom
Adjusting Plumbing Fixtures in the Bathroom
Adjusting Furniture in the Bedroom and Bathroom
Adjusting Furniture in the Kitchen
Adjusting Furniture in the Remaining Rooms
Making and Adjusting the Air Conditioner
Inserting Text and Dimensions
Inserting Text in Bedrooms and Bath
Inserting Text in Kitchen, Baths, Lounge and Dining Room
