AutoCAD for Beginners: Essential 2D Drafting
Develop foundational skills to confidently produce professional-quality 2D designs and plans, enabling you to create precise technical drawings.
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Course contents
6 modules · 30 lessons · 3h 1m
1
Foundations and Interface
Get familiar with the workspace and set up your first file.
- Welcome to AutoCAD
Introduction to vector drawing concepts and essential terminology.6 min - Exploring the Interface
Navigating the Ribbon, toolbars, and drawing area.6 min - Smooth Navigation
Learning how to use Zoom and Pan to move around the project.6 min - The Command Line
Understanding how to interact with AutoCAD via text input.6 min - Units and Limits
Setting up measurement units (meters, cm) before starting to draw.6 min
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Creating 2D Geometry
Learn to draw the basic shapes that make up every technical project.
- The Line Command
Drawing precise segments using coordinates and tracking.6 min - Circles and Arcs
Creating curved geometries by defining centers, radii, and points.6 min - Rectangles and Polygons
Using tools for regular closed shapes.6 min - The Power of Polylines
Creating complex objects composed of multiple joined segments.6 min - Exercise: Mechanical Profile
Putting drawing commands into practice to create a simple outline.7 min
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Editing and Precision
Manipulating existing objects to refine the drawing.
- Selection Methods
Mastering blue and green windows to select objects quickly.6 min - Move and Copy
Repositioning and duplicating elements in space.6 min - Rotate and Scale
Changing the orientation and dimensions of objects.6 min - Trim and Extend
Adjusting intersections between lines to clean up the drawing.6 min - Offset and Mirror
Creating parallel or symmetrical geometries in a few clicks.6 min
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Drawing Organization
Structuring the file professionally to facilitate management.
- Introduction to Layers
Understanding the concept of layers to separate walls, furniture, and text.6 min - Layer Properties
Assigning colors, linetypes, and weights to different layers.6 min - Creating Blocks
Transforming a set of lines into a reusable object.6 min - Working with Groups
Grouping objects temporarily without creating blocks.6 min - Libraries and Design Center
Reusing blocks from other drawings to speed up the work.6 min
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Annotations and Dimensioning
Adding textual and numerical information to the technical drawing.
- Inserting Text
Adding labels and descriptive notes to the project.6 min - Linear Dimensions
Inserting distance measurements between two points.6 min - Angular and Radial Dimensions
Measuring angles, radii, and diameters with precision.6 min - Dimension Styles
Customizing the aesthetic appearance of arrows and numbers.6 min - Quick Measure Tools
Checking distances and areas without inserting permanent dimensions.6 min
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Output and Workflow
Preparing the final work for delivery or printing.
- Creating a Template (DWT)
Saving preferred settings for future projects.6 min - Paper Space and Layouts
Setting up the plot sheet and viewports.6 min - Printing and PDF
Exporting the drawing to PDF format with the correct scale.6 min - Basic Collaboration
Sharing files and managing external references easily.6 min - Final Review
A control checklist before considering the project complete.6 min
Floor Plan of a Small Modern Office
You will apply everything you have learned to draw the floor plan of a 50sqm office, complete with walls, doors (blocks), furniture, dimensions, and text.
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