# Introduction to AutoCAD (Self-Paced)

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## Overview

This introductory course teaches AutoCAD the way it is actually used, by drafting a project rather than working through disconnected exercises. You begin with the basics, creating drafting symbols and kitchen and bath fixtures, then draw a floor plan and bring every piece together into a single deliverable sheet file.

Along the way you cover the skills a drafter relies on daily: drawing and modifying geometry, working on layers, adding text and dimensions, and plotting. You will learn the difference between drawing for annotation and drawing real-world model components, and when each belongs in the design and construction process. You will also create and insert blocks, externally reference files, and judge when those techniques improve a workflow rather than complicate it. The project throughout is a residential build for Habitat for Humanity.

## What you'll learn

- Create drafting symbols, kitchen and bath fixtures, and a floor plan, then integrate them into one deliverable sheet file
- Distinguish between drawings made for annotation and those made as real-world model components
- Create and insert blocks
- Externally reference files and judge when that technique is the right call
- Manage files and draft on layers
- Integrate drawing component files into a coherent project
- Plot a finished design for presentation or printing

## FAQ

### Is this course open to beginners?

Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.

### Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

This course does not qualify for payment plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.

### What is the cancellation and refund policy for this single course?

For this course, you are entitled to a 90% refund (your payment less the nonrefundable 10% registration fee) within 30 days of purchase if you have not accessed the course materials.

### What’s included with my tuition?

A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed Expert support with answers to your questions from real instructors throughout your learning journey Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many years and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience 30-day access to class recordings to review material at your own pace A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment

### Are there any additional fees or expenses?

There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us. However, you may need to obtain required software. We’ll help you get set up with a free trial of paid software prior to the class. Most of our coding classes utilize freely-available open-source software. For most of our design and motion graphics courses, we will help you get set up with a free trial of Adobe Creative Cloud. If you attend the course in-person, we will have a computer already set up for you with all of the required software for no additional cost.

### Do you offer any discounts for this course?

We don’t currently offer discounts as we do our best to affordably price our courses.

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $579