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Event Series: AutoCAD Drafting Basics I

AutoCAD Drafting Basics I

March 26 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT

New to AutoCAD? Want to gain the confidence to open, navigate, and make simple edits to AutoCAD drawings without relying on your design team? This course is designed for beginners who want to master the fundamentals of drafting, build essential technical skills, and start making practical design changes on their own.

This course is delivered in 2 two-hour sessions. A live instructor explains the detailed functions and addresses questions as the class progresses.

Note: Instructor will present using Autodesk AutoCAD 2026. Students who wish to follow along with instructor are encouraged to use the same version.

Session 1: Understanding the Basics

  • Opening/Saving AutoCAD Files
  • Using the AutoCAD User Interface
  • Working with View and Zoom Controls
  • Drafting Primitives (Lines, Arcs, Shapes, etc.)
  • Understanding Concepts of Scale
  • Working with Model and Paper Space

Session 2: Editing Essentials

  • Understanding SNAP and OSNAP Tools
  • Grip Editing and Control of Objects
  • Working with Basic Editing Tools (Move, Copy, Rotate, etc.)
  • Working with Object Selection Tools
  • Controlling Object Properties

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