
Learn AutoCAD basics and how to create accurate technical plans using construction lines, annotations, and layouts across three projects: bracket, gear sprocket, and a desk.
Explore the AutoCAD user interface, including the viewport, ribbon, home tab, command line, and layout versus model space, and begin creating templates through project-based learning.
Create an AutoCAD 2026 template with presets, named layers, and standardized assets for fast, consistent drafting. Set millimeter units with two-decimal precision and establish A0/A3 layouts, saving as revision 1.
Create a dynamic AutoCAD 2026 template by adding layers such as outline, minor line, hidden line, section line, datum line, and construction line, then save as rev two drawing template.
Advance your AutoCAD template with drawing basics, including creating a 1000 mm square, using ortho mode with F8, mastering line and snapping, and distance measurements.
Develop and manage an AutoCAD template by creating a 1000 by 2000 mm rectangle, applying layers, using offset, trim, copy, move, and scale, then saving as revision three drawing template.
Finish a drawing template in AutoCAD 2026 by creating elevation labels, setting up section lines, organizing layers and model space annotations, then save as a drawing template.
Start a new AutoCAD project, save as bracket revision one, and import four reference images scaled to 0.5 to guide recreating a bracket in 2D CAD.
Construct a bracket drawing with construction lines to establish a front elevation (90x125) and a plan view (90x150), then lock lines to the construction layer for precise reference.
Create a front elevation bracket in AutoCAD 2026 by drawing a 90mm wide by 125mm rectangle, defining 5mm thickness, adding holes and countersinks, and applying a 5mm fillet.
Use the offset tool to create a bracket plan view, align hole positions with previous elevations, then apply ex line, trim, countersinks, and 5 mm fillets.
Generate precise bracket side and rear elevations in AutoCAD 2026 by using construction lines, offsets, fillets, x lines, trim, and grouping for accurate detailing.
Create a section elevation of the bracket by using section lines, duplicating the side elevation with a 100 mm gap, offsetting holes by 1.75 mil, and applying a 135-degree hatch.
Create an a3 paper plan in AutoCAD 2026 by moving from model space to paper space, adding a border, title bar, and fields for revision, drawing number, and project details.
Create a bracket plan in AutoCAD by adding a viewport layer and establishing multiple viewports in paper space. Lock and hide viewports and turn off construction lines for clean drawing.
Learn to add precise dimensions to a bracket plan using AutoCAD 2026, including linear, diameter, radius, center to center, thickness, and an angular 135 degrees, while avoiding over-dimensioning.
Print the final bracket plan as a high-quality pdf from AutoCAD using A3 landscape full bleed. Add a 90-degree angle and adjust scale to 2:1.
Introduce the sprocket project in AutoCAD, attach four reference images at 0.5 scale, and explore array tools, including polar, path, and array object, along with angles and fillets.
Explore AutoCAD arrays, including rectangular, polar, and path arrays, and learn how to space, size, and place multiple objects precisely for efficient modeling.
Create a sprocket in AutoCad 2026 using construction lines and a polar array to place 45 teeth with 5 mm radius and 3.96 mm gaps on a 200 mm diameter.
Create a sprocket in AutoCAD 2026 by adding a 20 mm hole, 8 mm holes around, and 140 mm circle; arrange holes with 29.39 mil spacing via a polar array.
Execute a side elevation of a sprocket in AutoCAD 2026 by trimming centers, using construction lines and offsets, drawing rectangles, and applying chamfers and a two-point circle while mirroring details.
Copy and offset construction lines to create the sprocket's reverse face, set elevations, and prepare paper space with a title block, viewport, and a 1:2 scale.
Add diameters, radii, angles, centers, and leaders to the sprocket plan in AutoCAD 2026, adjust dimensions and scale, and print a PDF using AutoCAD PDF Iso3.
Create an advanced desk plan at A0 with elevations and hatch shading, using construction lines and reference images to align elevations, and save the drawing as a DWG 2018 file.
Learn to construct a desk in AutoCAD 2026 using construction lines, x lines, and precise offsets, create plan and front elevations, apply veneer details and a datum to center components.
Show veneer on the desk plan, divide into five 140 mm strips with divide and distance, create construction points, trim, and add grain direction symbols with match properties.
Create a front elevation desk in AutoCAD 2026 by drawing a centered rectangle with 150 mm outer and 120 mm inner radii, 30 mm thick.
Offset drawers to maintain a 2 mm gap and 157 mm widths, trim excess lines, then apply the miner layer, copy and mirror, and set front and side elevations.
Create the desk rear elevation in AutoCAD by offsetting edges, copying geometry, and trimming construction lines, then apply 24 mm and 12 mm offsets and mirror for grain direction.
Create a desk section by slicing with section lines to reveal internal details, including a 6 mm back panel rebate and an 18 mm side panel.
Construct the desk draw face by tracing lines to 665 mm, offset by 1.5 mm, and applying 18 mm thickness with an 8 mm outer radius, confirming 468 mm length.
In this lecture, create a drawer carcass in AutoCAD 2026, establish 424 mm length, 12 mm sides, offsets and mirroring, trim, and a hidden-line section for clarity.
Extend the final elevation by adjusting the outer box, locking construction lines, offsetting for standard spacings, copying, snapping, trimming, mirroring, and using a datum to build the next section.
Create a drawer layout in AutoCAD 2026, offset to 137 mm height, with 22 mm gaps between drawers and 2 mm side gaps, then trim and verify spacing.
Trim parts, apply offsets for drawer bases (9 mm) and grooves (6 mm), with a 123 mm top offset, and refine minor and section lines using break up point.
Create a 30 by 6 mm rectangle as desk drawer guide, position at 53.25 mm with a 0.25 mm offset, explode, trim, copy, mirror to finish the front desk blocks.
Learn to mirror a desk section, manage layers and hatching to create veneer and plywood surfaces, and build a laminated curve with offsets and scale adjustments.
Apply offset and trim to create a desk veneer, use plywood hatch patterns, and set precise angles. Prepare an A0 poster with a title bar and borders.
Create a viewports layer, add and arrange multiple viewports in paper space at 1:5 scale, align with construction lines, and prepare the desk plan layout for presentation.
Lock and align AutoCAD viewports, create a 1:1 detail viewport, and update the desk title bar with oak veneer, plywood, and solid oak materials; set scales at 1:1 and 1:5.
Lecture 42 desk part 18 shows placing and matching elevations, adjusting scales and viewports, and annotation of front, side, rear, and section elevations with details A and B.
Apply precise dimensions in a front elevation using AutoCAD 2026, adjust viewports and paper space dims, and set radii, two millimetres gaps, and drawer dimensions for a neat plan.
Learn to annotate a desk CAD drawing in AutoCAD 2026 by applying radii and linear dimensions, recording veneer and drawer details, back panels, thicknesses, and accurate snapping.
Explore precise desk component detailing in AutoCAD 2026 by presenting internal and external dimensions, radii, gaps, veneer and plywood thickness, and plan notes for the maker.
Lecture 46 desk part 22 teaches adding and customizing leaders, adjusting text height, using spline leaders, and labeling plywood and oak components, plus purge, overkill, and audit to optimize drawing.
Add a desk drawer pull by drawing diagonal lines and placing a 20 mm diameter circle as the handle, then copy and mirror for symmetry before saving.
Refresh your AutoCAD skills by recreating a 4x4 off-road vehicle. Practice arrays, offsets, fillets, and rotate while checking dimensions and avoiding construction lines.
Create a 4x4 AutoCAD 2026 model by designing wheel and tire geometry with circles, offsets, and fillets, using polar arrays to place knobbly features and nuts.
Master AutoCAD essentials by completing a Land Rover model through drawing wheel and body lines, applying offsets, trims, and fillets. Prepare front and rear elevations and refine dimensions.
Ready to master AutoCAD 2D and create precise, professional technical drawings with confidence?
This comprehensive course takes you from complete beginner to advanced user, guiding you step by step through the essential tools, techniques, and real-world workflows used across today’s design and engineering industries.
You’ll begin by building a solid foundation—exploring AutoCAD’s interface, navigation tools, and workspace setup—so you can work smoothly and efficiently. From there, you’ll dive into the core drawing commands, including lines, circles, arcs, and polylines, learning how to construct accurate geometry with ease.
As you progress, you’ll develop the ability to edit and refine your drawings using essential modification tools such as Trim, Offset, Mirror, and Rotate. You’ll also master the use of layers, object properties, and visibility controls, ensuring your drawings remain clean, organized, and fully production-ready.
Learn by Completing Three Real Projects
To help you apply your skills immediately, the course is structured around three practical, hands-on projects:
1. L-Shaped Bracket (Beginner Level)
Create a simple mechanical part while learning the fundamental commands and gaining confidence in your drawing workflow.
2. Sprocket Design (Intermediate Level)
Build a more complex component using intermediate tools and techniques, including array commands and precision geometry methods.
3. Complete Desk Furniture Plan (Advanced Level)
Produce a full 2D furniture drawing set, including multiple elevations and sections—an essential skill for architectural, interior, and product design.
This course isn’t just about learning AutoCAD—it’s about learning how to design like a professional. Along the way, I’ll share the tips, tricks, and best practices I’ve gained from years of experience in the design industry, helping you work smarter and create drawings that stand out.
By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to produce high-quality 2D technical drawings suitable for engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and a wide range of professional applications.