CoreX — Hardware & Engineering
AutoCAD
Precision. Creativity. Design.
Learn AutoCAD from fundamentals to advanced 2D drafting and 3D modelling. Master the industry-standard design software used in mechanical, civil, architectural, and electrical engineering projects.
12 Sessions
4 Certifications
Expert Mentors
100% Project-Based
What you'll learn
Navigate the AutoCAD interface and workspace efficiently
Create precise 2D drawings using drawing tools and commands
Apply dimensions, annotations, and layers to professional standards
Develop 3D models using solid and surface modelling
Generate technical drawings with title blocks and layouts
Manage drawing files and plot to various formats
Apply AutoCAD to mechanical, civil, and architectural projects
Prepare for Autodesk AutoCAD certification
Course curriculum
Introduction to AutoCAD & Interface
- Overview of AutoCAD and its Applications
- AutoCAD Interface — Ribbon, Toolbar, Command Line
- Drawing Setup — Units, Limits and Grid
- Coordinate Systems — Absolute, Relative, Polar
- File Management and AutoSave
Basic 2D Drawing Commands
- Drawing Lines, Circles, Arcs and Polygons
- Rectangle, Ellipse and Spline Tools
- Object Snaps and Tracking for Precision
- Ortho Mode and Polar Tracking
- Basic 2D Drawing Exercises
Editing & Modifying Objects
- Move, Copy, Rotate and Scale Commands
- Trim, Extend, Offset and Fillet
- Array — Rectangular and Polar
- Mirror and Stretch Commands
- Grips and Quick Selection
Layers, Line Types & Properties
- Introduction to Layers and Layer Manager
- Creating and Managing Layers
- Line Types, Weights and Colours
- Layer States and Filters
- Object Properties and Quick Properties
Dimensions & Annotations
- Dimensioning Tools — Linear, Aligned, Angular, Radial
- Dimension Styles and Formatting
- Text — Single Line and Multiline
- Leaders, Arrows and Callouts
- Tolerance and GD&T Basics
Blocks, Attributes & Templates
- Creating and Inserting Blocks
- Dynamic Blocks Introduction
- Attributes for Blocks
- Design Centre and Tool Palettes
- Drawing Templates — Setup and Reuse
Hatching, Gradients & Fills
- Hatch Pattern Application
- Gradient Fills for Drawings
- Boundary and Island Detection
- Hatch Origin and Scale Settings
- Applying Hatching to Civil and Mechanical Drawings
Layouts, Paper Space & Printing
- Model Space vs Paper Space
- Creating and Managing Layouts
- Viewports and Scale Settings
- Title Blocks and Border Frames
- Plotting and PDF Export Settings
3D Modelling Fundamentals
- Introduction to 3D Environment in AutoCAD
- UCS — User Coordinate System
- 3D Primitive Shapes — Box, Cylinder, Cone, Sphere
- Extrude and Revolve for 3D Solids
- Visual Styles and 3D Navigation
Advanced 3D Modelling
- Loft, Sweep and Press/Pull
- Boolean Operations — Union, Subtract, Intersect
- 3D Surface Modelling Basics
- Converting 2D to 3D Models
- Section Planes and 3D Sections
Project Applications
- Mechanical Component Drawing
- Civil Plan and Section Drawing
- Architectural Floor Plan
- Electrical Layout Drawing
- Industry Standard Drawing Project
Capstone Project & Autodesk Certification Prep
- Complete Engineering Drawing Project
- Drawing Package Submission
- Autodesk AutoCAD Certification Exam Preparation
- Portfolio Development
- Career Pathways in CAD and Design Engineering
Certifications you'll earn
Autodesk Certified AutoCAD
Certificate of Training
Certificate of Internship
Certificate of Excellence
24/7 Mentor Support + Placement Assistance
Get help from experienced industry mentors whenever you need it. Placement guidance is built into every programme.