
In this series of lectures, students will learn about the using AutoCAD Architecture to support the Design Process. This software is widely used in the building industry and it is good to begin becoming familiar with it. We will go over some of the basic functions and utilize it to create digital plans and a 3D Model of a design. The first video will discuss how to download the software as a student at no cost.
To access the software go to AutoDesks website and begin setting up your educational profile to gain access to download it. We are using AutoCAD Architecture 2020 or later.
Getting Started
Exploring the AutoCAD for Windows User Interface
Setting Drawing Units
Basic Drawing Skills
Navigating 2D Drawings, Drawing Lines and Rectangles, Canceling, Erasing, and Undoing
Using Coordinate Systems
Drawing Circles, Arcs, and Polygons
Filleting and Chamfering Lines
Using Drawing Aids
Grid and Snap
Ortho and Polar Tracking
Editing Entities
Creating Selection Sets
Move and Copy, Rotate and Scale, and Working with Arrays
Trim and Extend, Lengthen and Stretch, Offset and Mirror
Grip Editing
Shaping Curves
Drawing and Editing Curved Polylines and Drawing Ellipses
Drawing and Editing Splines
Blending Between Objects with Splines
Controlling Object Visibility and Appearance
Changing Object Properties
Setting the Current Layer, Altering Objects’ Layer Assignments
Controlling Layer Visibility
Applying Linetype, Assigning and Managing Layer Properties
Printing and Plotting
Configuring Output Devices
Creating Plot Style Tables
Using Plot Style Tables
Plotting Layouts and Exporting to an Electronic Format
Creating and Editing Text
Creating Text Styles
Transforming and Creating Text
Writing and Formatting Paragraphs of Text using MTEXT
Editing Text
Solids
Views
Extrude
Subtract
Union
Solids
Slice
Loft
Revolve
Solids
Shell
Sweep
Extrude along Path
View
UCS Coordinates
3D Modeling
Techniques
Materials and Textures
Workflow and Views
3D Modeling
Workflow and Views
Exporting Views
Camera Angles
Are you ready to master AutoCAD from beginner to professional level?
This comprehensive AutoCAD course takes you from zero experience to confidently creating professional 2D drawings and 3D models used in architecture, engineering, construction, and manufacturing. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to upgrade your AutoCAD skills, this course gives you everything you need, in the fastest, most practical way possible.
AutoCAD is the world's #1 CAD software, used by architects, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, interior designers, and drafters globally. Learning AutoCAD opens doors to higher-paying jobs, freelance work, and industry certifications like the Autodesk Certified User (ACU) exam.
This AutoCAD course covers:
AutoCAD interface, coordinate systems, drawing units, and navigation
Drawing and editing tools — move, copy, rotate, trim, offset, mirror, fillet, chamfer, and more
Text, dimensions, annotations, leaders, and dimension styles
Layers, linetypes, properties, and Layer States Manager
Dynamic blocks for doors, windows, and furniture
3D solid modeling — boolean operations, UCS, and dynamic 3D views
Xrefs, Sheet Set Manager, and advanced annotation scaling
Plotting, plot styles, and exporting to PDF and electronic formats
Why learn AutoCAD with this course?
This isn't a theory course. Every lesson is hands-on and project-based, so you learn by doing. By the end, you'll have a portfolio-ready set of drawings, floor plans, 3D models, and professional layouts — that you can show to employers or clients.
Enroll now and start your AutoCAD journey today.
Getting Started
Exploring the AutoCAD for Windows interface
Setting up drawing units and navigation basics
Understanding coordinate systems for accuracy
Basic Drawing Skills
Drawing lines, rectangles, circles, arcs, ellipses, polygons, and splines
Using drawing aids: grid, snap, ortho mode, and polar tracking
Canceling, erasing, undoing, and grip editing
Blending between objects with curves and splines
Projects & Drawings
Draw floor plans, elevations, sections, site plans, and staircase details
Complete a full residential building project from start to finish
Develop sectional drawings and isometric views
Prepare professional drawing sets and project submissions
Core Tools & Editing Methods
Creating selection sets for precise editing
Move, copy, rotate, scale, and array commands
Trim, extend, stretch, lengthen, offset, mirror, and align
Apply modification tools: fillet, chamfer, explode, and join
3D Modeling & Solids
Create 3D models using solids, surfaces, and meshes
Model complex 3D shapes, windows, doors, and roofs from scratch
Use solid editing tools: extrude, revolve, loft, sweep, shell, slice, subtract, and union
Apply UCS coordinates and dynamic 3D views
Set up cameras, export views, and manage rendering workflows
Customization & Efficiency
Create custom AutoCAD templates and dynamic blocks (doors, windows, furniture)
Use Layer States Manager for color profiles and theme-based work
Convert units of existing drawings with a single command
Work with Xrefs, Sheet Set Manager, and advanced annotation features
Learn AutoCAD command shortcuts to speed up workflow
Annotations, Layers & Layouts
Create and edit text using single-line, MTEXT, and custom text styles
Format, transform, and manage paragraphs of text
Work with dimensions, leaders, and annotation styles
Control object visibility and appearance through layers, linetypes, and properties
Set up layouts, viewports, page setups, and plotting for print
Configure output devices, create and use plot style tables, and export to electronic formats