AutoCAD: Designing the Future - Training Course
19 - 23 January 2026
Sandton
Johannesburg South Africa
Cost per Delegate
R22,999.00
Introduction
The AutoCAD course is designed to provide comprehensive training on how to use AutoCAD for creating precise 2D and basic 3D drawings. The course begins with an introduction to the AutoCAD interface and progresses through essential drafting tools, editing techniques, and layout management. Participants will learn how to create and manage layers, annotate drawings, and apply dimensions effectively. Advanced modules cover complex drawing techniques and introduce 3D modeling concepts. By the end of the course, attendees will have a solid understanding of AutoCAD tools and techniques, enabling them to create professional-grade drawings and manage design projects efficiently.
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Objectives:
1. Develop Fundamental Skills: Equip participants with the foundational skills to use AutoCAD effectively for 2D and basic 3D drawing.
2. Improve Productivity: Enable users to produce accurate, professional-quality drawings quickly and efficiently.
3. Understand Best Practices: Teach the best practices in drawing management, file organization, and workflow efficiency.
4. Enhance Design Capabilities: Provide knowledge and skills to tackle complex drawing and design tasks, using advanced AutoCAD tools and features.
5. Prepare for Certification: Prepare participants for AutoCAD certification exams, which are valuable for career advancement.
Who Should Attend?
• Architects and Engineers: Professionals who need to create detailed architectural or engineering drawings.
• Designers and Drafters: Individuals involved in the creation and modification of designs and plans.
• Project Managers: Those overseeing design projects who need a basic understanding of CAD to manage and review work effectively.
• Students: Individuals studying architecture, engineering, or related fields looking to gain skills in AutoCAD.
• Anyone Interested in CAD: Individuals looking to start a career in drafting or design and want to learn AutoCAD from the ground up.
Course Outline
1.Introduction to AutoCAD
• Overview of AutoCAD interface
• Basic navigation tools
• Customizing the workspace
• Understanding file types and templates
• Introduction to drafting tools and commands
2.Drawing Basics
• Creating basic shapes (lines, circles, rectangles, etc.)
• Using the drawing toolbar
• Coordinate systems (Cartesian, polar)
• Snapping and aligning objects
• Modifying object properties
3.Editing Tools
• Modifying existing drawings
• Using trim, extend, fillet, and chamfer
• Copy, move, rotate, and scale objects
• Offset and mirror tools
• Working with grips for editing
4. Layers and Object Properties
• Understanding and using layers
• Layer management (create, delete, rename)
• Assigning objects to layers
• Setting and modifying object properties (color, linetype, lineweight)
5. Annotation and Dimensions
• Adding text to drawings (single-line and multi-line text)
• Text styles and formatting
• Creating and modifying dimensions
• Dimension styles and settings
• Adding and editing leaders
Module 5: Data Visualization and Reporting
• Principles of effective data visualization
• Tools for creating HR dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Building and interpreting HR reports
• Communicating insights to stakeholders
6. Advanced Drawing Techniques
• Using polylines and splines
• Working with blocks and attributes
• Creating and editing dynamic blocks
• Using hatch and gradient fills
• Working with external references (Xrefs)
7. Layouts and Plotting
• Setting up layouts and viewports
• Scaling drawings in viewports
• Creating and using title blocks
• Printing and plotting drawings
• Plot style tables and settings
8. 3D Modeling (Optional Advanced Module)
• Introduction to 3D concepts
• Creating 3D objects (extrude, revolve, sweep)
• Editing 3D models (union, subtract, intersect)
• Applying materials and rendering
• Navigating 3D space and views
9. Project Workflow and Management
• Working with templates
• Best practices for project management
• Collaboration and sharing files
• Version control and file organization
• Project-based exercises and case studies
End of the Workshop
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