Computer Aided Design

In this course, participants will be introduced to the interface, basic features, and workflow procedures of Autodesk CAD software. Step-by-step guidance will help learners understand how to sketch in two dimensions using simple tools and how to edit drawings effectively. Additionally, the course will cover productivity tools to enhance efficiency in CAD design.

• Be proficient in using basic CAD commands and functions.
• Navigate the basic CAD workspace and user interface.
• Use drawing, editing, constructing, and viewing tools.
• Insert blocks, text, hatching, and dimensions.
• Set up layers, styles, templates, and plot layouts.
• Use Autodesk CAD and appreciate its relation to other Autodesk products.

Total Contact hours: 24 (including of 2 hours assessment)

• Getting Started with CAD
• Basic Drawing & Editing Commands
• Drawing Precision in CAD
• Making Changes in Your Drawing
• Organizing Your Drawing with Layers
• Advanced Object Types
• Analyzing Model and Object Properties
• Advanced Editing Commands
• Introduction to Blocks
• Setting Up a Layout
• Printing Your Drawing
• Text
• Hatching
• Adding Dimension

Participants must be able to read and understand simple technical drawings and be familiar with how a personal computer (PC) functions in general.

At the end of the course, learners are required to complete a total of 2 hours of written assessment.