AutoCAD Certification Program
IDCAC

Hands-on Training from Experts Live Online

Learn to draft and design with precision using AutoCAD, the industry-standard software for Architects, Engineers, and Designers. Complete real-world projects and prepare for Autodesk certification with hands-on training and personalized guidance and support.

This course includes

  • 54 hours of live, project-based training from experts
  • Access to class recordings (30 days)
  • Verified digital certificate of completion
  • Learn at an accredited institution

Earn the prestigious certification of Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting with this hands-on program. The course includes:

Comprehensive AutoCAD Training

In this course, you'll learn beginner through advanced AutoCAD skills from a live instructor. You'll start with basic drawing and editing commands, then build on that knowledge as you progress to higher-level techniques, such as using collaboration tools, customizations, and macros. You'll be able to ask questions, receive real-time feedback, and interact with fellow students in a supportive classroom environment.

Personalized Private Tutoring

You'll receive six hours of private AutoCAD tutoring as part of the program. This dedicated 1-on-1 time with an instructor will provide individualized attention, allowing you to go in-depth on topics of interest and ensuring you're fully prepared for the certification exam.

AutoCAD Certification

Complete this course by taking the Autodesk AutoCAD exam. Passing the exam and earning this professional certification will help you stand out in the competitive world of architecture, drafting, and design. This program includes the exam's cost, proctoring, and a free retake.

Flexible Options

Want the intensive AutoCAD training in this course, but don't want to take the exam? Let us know, and we will schedule you for an extra hour of private tutoring instead.

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Courses in this Package

This is the recommended order, but some courses may be taken in a different order.

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Unit 1 18 Hours

AutoCAD Level I

This hands-on AutoCAD course introduces students to essential tools and techniques used to create mechanical and architectural drawings.

  • Learn core drawing and editing commands to create and modify lines, circles, rectangles, and more
  • Master object snap, tracking, and coordinate input to ensure precision and accuracy in every drawing
  • Organize and manage your work with layers, templates, and advanced object types like polylines and ellipses
  • Apply real-world workflows to draw complex layouts, floor plans, and design elements for mechanical and architectural projects
  • Insert, manage, and reuse blocks with tools like Tool Palettes and Design Center
  • Prepare your drawings for print with layouts, viewports, annotations, and dimensioning tools

Unit 2 12 Hours

AutoCAD Level II
  • Improve productivity with advanced tools for accurate positioning, parametric constraints, and block usage
  • Learn how to create, organize, and manage reusable content through custom block libraries
  • Set up and customize drawing templates to maintain consistency across multiple projects
  • Design and manage advanced layouts with viewports, paper space, and scaling techniques for print-ready drawings
  • Master annotation styles to ensure clarity and standardization in dimensions, text, and hatching
  • Integrate external references (Xrefs) into your workflow to manage large-scale drawings and collaborate across teams

Unit 3 18 Hours

AutoCAD Level III
  • Enhance drawings with advanced annotation tools, tables, and text objects for greater clarity and control
  • Create dynamic blocks and attribute data to build smarter, more versatile design components
  • Develop and publish professional drawing sets using sheet sets, layout tools, and collaborative features
  • Customize the AutoCAD interface with user-defined settings, tool palettes, and productivity-enhancing macros
  • Establish and enforce CAD standards across teams for consistent, high-quality output
  • Learn tools for 2D automation and cloud-based collaboration to streamline workflows

Exam

This program includes this certification exam as well as the exam proctoring. The exam is optional.

Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting

The AutoCAD Certified Professional Exam is designed to validate your expertise in AutoCAD, one of the most widely used design and drafting software tools. The exam covers a variety of essential topics, including creating and editing geometry, working with blocks, layouts, annotations, and best practices for advanced tools and techniques.

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Schedule & Enrollment: AutoCAD Certification Program

  • 54 Hours
  • Full tuition: $2,499
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  • Expert instructors
  • Small classes

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