Introduction to AutoCAD 2D for Construction (three days)
- Level(s) of Study: Professional / Short course
- Start Date(s): 19 June 2024
- Duration: Wednesday - Friday, 9.30 am - 4 pm, three days.
- Study Mode(s): Short course
- Campus: City Campus
- Entry Requirements:
More information
Introduction:
The ability to read, develop and interpret construction drawings is a fundamental skill for anyone involved in the construction industry.
On this course you’ll learn how to effectively communicate design ideas and develop the key principles of graphical communication using industry-standard AutoCAD software.
What you’ll study
Starting with hand-drafting techniques, you’ll learn how engineering drawings and associated projections are constructed.
You’ll then use AutoCAD to produce, develop, amend and interrogate these drawings.
The course will therefore help you to increase your level of project engagement and productivity.
- complete sketching and hand-drawing exercises
- practise visualisation skills including isometric and orthographic projections
- produce industry-standard 2D drawings using AutoCAD
- learn about file management, drawing commands, line types, accuracy and scaling
- use layers, templates, title blocks and coordinate systems
- work in a variety of different views using plans, elevations and cross sections
- make annotations and hatching
- create plot files and print drawings to scale.
Further information on what you'll study
- complete sketching and hand-drawing exercises
- practise visualisation skills including isometric and orthographic projections
- produce industry-standard 2D drawings using AutoCAD
- learn about file management, drawing commands, line types, accuracy and scaling
- use layers, templates, title blocks and coordinate systems
- work in a variety of different views using plans, elevations and cross sections
- make annotations and hatching
- create plot files and print drawings to scale.
How you’re taught
Teaching and learning will take place using a programme of technical exercises, short project work, demonstrations and group discussions.
Entry requirements
No previous qualifications or experience is needed to access this course.
No software experience is required, although you should be confident in saving files and basic computer functions.
This course is open to professionals at any stage of their career.
If you have any queries about this course, please email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk.
Getting in touch
If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form
No previous qualifications or experience is needed to access this course.
No software experience is required, although you should be confident in saving files and basic computer functions.
This course is open to professionals at any stage of their career.
If you have any queries about this course, please email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk.
Fees and funding
The fee for this course is £675
Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.
Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.
The fee for this course is £675
Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.
Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.
How to apply
You can book your place via the NTU online store:
19 - 21 June 2024
You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.
You can book your place via the NTU online store:
19 - 21 June 2024
You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.