AutoCAD Course Online

Online AutoCAD Course Overview

This online AutoCAD class is for experienced designers who want to learn a new skill, as well as for complete beginners. The course will teach you everything you need to know to master the AutoCAD software. Explore a student version of the program so you can practice as you go. Discover how to locate and apply the many features of the software. Learn to automate the drafting process and create more accurate drawings in less time.

This online AutoCAD certification course teaches the skills necessary to become a professional AutoCAD user. That means graduates qualify to take the AutoCAD Certified User exam. This certification is the industry's premier designation. By the time you complete the program, you will have the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in this exciting field.

Important Note: The examples and instructions in this program are based on the Windows version of AutoCAD. Though the basic functions for Mac users are mostly the same, some students using Macs may find it difficult to track along with some lessons. In addition, the AutoDesk Certified User exam is only available in a Windows environment

AutoCAD Certification

What You'll Learn in Our Online AutoCAD Class

After completing the AutoCAD course, students will be able to:

  • Describe the fundamental elements of the AutoCAD environment
  • Describe the different commands used to view drawings
  • Identify procedures for creating line drawings and objects using commands, layers, and macros
  • Identify procedures for selecting and modifying objects
  • Describe how to modify object properties and drafting settings and perform object snaps in AutoCAD
  • Describe how to use AutoCAD dimensioning tools and text tools
  • Describe how to use templates, blocks, external references, and attributes in AutoCAD
  • Describe AutoCAD layouts, viewports, and plotting tools, and use AutoCAD utility commands
  • Describe how to create traditional isometric drawings and 3D modeling files in AutoCAD
  • Describe how to perform 3D rendering and create walkthroughs in AutoCAD
  • Create drawings using various AutoCAD tools and settings

What You Get in Our Online AutoCAD Class

  • 24/7 access to online course materials — prepared by experts in the field
  • One-to-one feedback from a professional designer — there to help you improve
  • Access to a team of advisors — by phone and email to answer all your questions
  • 14 days to review the course risk-free — with a full refund available if you don't love your course
  • Discuss courses — get answers to your questions, and share your work in the student forum
  • NYIAD Certificate in Autocad delivered upon graduation
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The New York Institute of Art and Design course in autocad will teach you the skills you need to master this benchmark digital drafting application. Autocad is used by architects, interior designers, and engineers to create presentations and develop design and construction documents for easy to follow online units are paired with an e-book, which is filled with illustrations that will guide you toward AutoCad proficiency. You will learn how to construct basic shapes with the drawing software used templates and a central command, make curved shapes and blocks, isometric and 3D drawings, everything you'll need for a solid foundation. It's essential design tool. You will have a mentor, a professional auto CAD designer, to help you navigate the course. There are assignments and quizzes which will solidify your skills. And each of your assignments will be reviewed and graded by your mentor who will provide feedback and help you progress, master AutoCad, and take your career to the next level, enroll today.