This course follows a clear, workflow-based approach focused on architectural drafting practice. Each session introduces essential AutoCAD tools through live demonstrations and applies them directly to guided drafting exercises. The course gradually builds from basic drafting concepts to complete architectural drawings and print-ready layouts.
Rather than relying on theory alone, the learning process is driven by applied examples and real project drawings, helping you develop confidence and discipline in using AutoCAD for professional architectural work.
Program:
Session 1: CAD Fundamentals and AutoCAD Interface
- Theory of CAD and drafting principles
- Understanding the AutoCAD interface, command workflow, and navigation
- Drawing setup, lines, and snapping types
Session 2: Drawing Geometry and Curves
- Units and creating measured lines
- Creating basic shapes, lines, polylines, and splines
- Using join and explode commands effectively
Session 3: Modify and Edit Tools
- Move, copy, rotate, mirror, and scale
- Editing drawings efficiently while maintaining precision
- Applying modification tools in architectural drafting
Session 4: Architectural Plan Drafting
- Step-by-step demonstration of drafting an architectural floor plan
- Trim, extend, offset, and fillet
- Using drawing tools and modify commands in context
Session 5: Annotations and Dimensions
- Adding text, leaders, and dimensions
- Setting up dimension styles
- Using continuous and baseline dimensioning correctly
Session 6: Layers, Hatching, and Properties
- Creating and managing layers
- Applying hatching patterns
- Controlling object properties, line types, and line weights
Session 7: Sheet Layouts and Output
- Setting up layouts and viewports
- Managing drawing scales
- Plotting, exporting, and print setup
Session 8: Professional Architectural Drawings
- Showcase of executed architectural projects
- Concept plans, architectural plans, and area calculations
- Using CAD blocks and ready-made libraries
Session 9: Advanced Drafting Examples
- Electrical layouts and furniture drawings
- Tables and arrays
- Advanced detailing workflows
Session 10: Complete Drawing Workflow
- Combining plans, annotations, layers, and layouts
- Reviewing common drafting mistakes and best practices
- Understanding how AutoCAD drawings are delivered professionally
