
CAD Certificate Program
Prefer to enroll directly? Open the course website.
CAD Certificate Program
Summary
A 280-hour CAD certificate built on AutoCAD, running from foundational tools through advanced construction documentation with a consistent emphasis on accuracy, organization, and file standards. Coursework covers 2D drafting and technical design, efficient workflows, and practices for managing layers, annotations, and files.
The program includes a CAD project management course, elective courses allowing specialization in Revit fundamentals or SketchUp, and a capstone project. Students receive one-on-one feedback from an AEC industry professional along with resume and portfolio guidance. It is approved for veterans' education benefits and includes a year of AutoCAD access.
Who this course is for
Architects, engineers, and construction professionals strengthening AutoCAD and drafting skills, and students or career changers who want portfolio-ready CAD experience.
Certifications covered by this course
No certifications are covered by this course.
Topics included
No specific topics are covered by this course.
Curriculum
Course outline
- 1 Intro to AutoCAD Course Online 30 hours
- 2 Intermediate AutoCAD Course Online 30 hours
- 3 AutoCAD Construction Documents I Course Online 30 hours
- 4 AutoCAD Construction Documents II Course Online 30 hours
- 5 CAD Detailing Course Online 20 hours
- 6 CAD Project Management Course Online 20 hours
- 7 CAD Capstone Project 18 hours
- 8 CAD Certificate Elective Courses 80 hours
What's included
- 280 hours of project-based instruction
- 314 training videos
- Access to AutoCAD for 1 year
- Instruction from an Autodesk Certified Instructor
- Final project graded by an industry expert
- Additional one-on-one mentoring outside class
- Verified digital certificate of completion
- Instruction at an ACCET-accredited school
Stated by the provider. Confirm what your tuition covers before enrolling.