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AutoCAD Basics

This AutoCAD Basics course will introduce you to the fundamentals of using AutoCAD for Computer-Aided Design (CAD). You will start at the very beginning-creating drafting symbols, kitchen and bath fixtures, a floor plan, and bringing everything together on a deliverable printed sheet. You will also create an abbreviated set of construction documents, such as a floor plan, roof plan, structural foundation plan, electrical plan, and building elevations. During this online AutoCAD course, you will learn about paper/model space and create deliverable sheet files.

Course Objectives

Create drafting symbols, kitchen and bath fixtures, a floor plan, and integrate all information into one deliverable sheet file.

Understand variations required to generate drawings as well as annotations (used to explain design aspects) and real-world model components.

Create and insert blocks and external reference files to understand the appropriate times to apply those skill sets.

Demonstrate layer and file management, external file referencing, use of model/layout environments, and user coordinate systems.

Apply intermediate-level skills including layer management, user coordinate system development, creating sheet layout environments, and plotting.


Outline of Instruction

Introduction to AutoCAD

Intermediate AutoCAD


Contact Hours

60

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to complete this course.

Learning Supplies Needed

Hardware Requirements:
This course must be taken on a PC. Macs and Chromebooks are not compatible.

Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 7 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
AutoCAD software is provided for the duration of the course upon enrollment.
Microsoft Word Online
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

If you need to get an introduction to AutoCAD, this AutoCAD course for beginners will get you up -and running. This class is hands-on, real-world applicable, and includes optional projects.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Courtney Boney
919-532-5581
[email protected]

Current Opportunities
Details Section Date(s) Location Price Seats  
313149 07/02/25 - 10/02/25 Online 1602.00 20 Register

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Requisites: None

To view information on this course and additional non-degree course offerings, visit the Workforce Continuing Education Catalog