CERTIFICATE IN 2D AUTOCAD

Duration: 2 MONTHS

Course Syllabus

Course Title: 2D AUTOCAD (Skill Development)

Course Duration: 2 Months (Part-Time)

Course Overview:

This course is designed for Indian students seeking to acquire practical 2D drafting skills using AutoCAD software. It focuses on industry-relevant concepts, such as plan, elevation, and section drawings, while emphasizing the use of AutoCAD’s core tools. The course provides learners with the knowledge and expertise needed to pursue a career as a draftsman, CAD technician, or freelance designer in fields like architecture, civil engineering, and mechanical engineering.

Course Objectives:

  • Equip students with essential 2D AutoCAD drafting skills for technical drawing and design.
  • Develop proficiency in creating architectural, mechanical, and civil engineering drawings.
  • Enable learners to independently produce detailed 2D plans, sections, and elevations for self-employment or employment.
  • Prepare students to meet the demands of the construction, design, and manufacturing industries.

Course Teaching Methodology:

  • Interactive Lectures: Comprehensive presentations on AutoCAD tools and techniques.
  • Practical Assignments: Hands-on exercises to create real-world drawings.
  • Project-Based Learning: Final project-based assessments to ensure skills are effectively applied.
  • Customized Learning: Tailoring content to regional and student-specific needs.
  • Mentorship & Support: Continuous guidance and feedback throughout the course.

 

Importance for Learners in Career Growth and Self-Employment:

  • Employment Opportunities: Learners can work as CAD technicians, architectural draftsmen, or join design firms.
  • Freelance & Contract Work: Students can start their own businesses or work as freelancers offering drafting and technical drawing services.
  • Skill Enhancement: This certification provides recognition of AutoCAD skills, boosting employability and self-confidence.
  • Entrepreneurship: With AutoCAD expertise, learners can serve local contractors, architects, and engineering firms independently.

Syllabus

Week 1: Introduction to AutoCAD

  • Overview of AutoCAD interface and settings.
  • Introduction to AutoCAD’s fundamental drawing commands.
  • Working with coordinate systems, units, and scales.
  • Practical Task: Setting up a basic drawing file and navigating AutoCAD.

Week 2: Creating 2D Plans

  • Topic: Drafting a 2D Floor Plan
    • Drawing walls, doors, windows, and furniture.
    • Introduction to the Draw Tool Bar: Line, Polyline, Circle, Rectangle, etc.
    • Managing layers for effective visualization and modification.
  • Practical Task: Create a simple residential or office floor plan.

Week 3: Elevation Drawing

  • Topic: Understanding and Drafting Elevations
    • Key principles of elevation drawings.
    • Using the Modify Tool Bar: Trim, Extend, Offset, Fillet, etc.
    • Adding dimensions and details to the elevation view.
  • Practical Task: Create the front elevation of a building.

Week 4: Section Plans

  • Topic: Developing Sectional Views
    • Purpose and importance of section drawings in construction.
    • Using dimension tools to ensure accurate measurements.
    • Drawing structural details such as walls, floors, and ceilings in section views.
  • Practical Task: Create a cross-sectional view of a house or room.

Week 5: Foundation Plan

  • Topic: Drafting a Foundation Layout
    • Introduction to foundation drawings and their importance.
    • Working with foundation details like footings and beams.
    • Layer management and annotations for clarity.
  • Practical Task: Create a foundation plan for a simple building.

Week 6: Center Line and Grid Plans

  • Topic: Drawing Center Lines for Structural Alignment
    • Importance of center lines in construction drawings.
    • Tools and methods for accurate center line drawing.
    • Using the Properties Tool Bar for customized line types and layers.
  • Practical Task: Create a center line plan for a building.

Week 7: Isometric & Schematic Drawings

  • Topic: Introduction to Isometric and Schematic Drawing
    • Understanding isometric projection in AutoCAD.
    • Creating simple 3D views using 2D plans.
    • Drawing and modifying isometric views using the toolbars.
  • Practical Task: Create an isometric drawing of a simple object.

Week 8: Final Project

  • Topic: Comprehensive Final Project
    • Develop a complete set of drawings (floor plan, elevation, section, foundation).
    • Apply all tools and techniques learned during the course.
    • Present the final design to peers and instructor for feedback.
  • Practical Task: Submit and present the final design project.


Tools & Features Covered:

  • Draw Tool Bar: Line, Polyline, Rectangle, Circle, Arc, etc.
  • Modify Tool Bar: Trim, Extend, Offset, Fillet, etc.
  • Dimension Tool Bar: Linear, Angular, Radius, Diameter, etc.
  • Layer Management: Creating and managing multiple layers for better organization.
  • Properties Tool Bar: Customizing line types, colors, and other properties.

Assessment:

  • Weekly drawing assignments and review.
  • Final project submission with an evaluation by the instructor.

 Please note that the course contents can be modified based on the specific requirements of learners or location, ensuring that it remains adaptable to the needs of the Indian student population.

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