Level 2
CAD: AutoCAD 2D Essentials
Learn the essentials of AutoCAD 2D on this flexible, self-paced course for beginners. You will develop practical skills in creating and editing 2D CAD drawings, including adding annotations and hatching and producing accurate technical drawings….
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Course overview
Learn the essentials of AutoCAD 2D on this flexible, self-paced course for beginners.
You will develop practical skills in creating and editing 2D CAD drawings, including adding annotations and hatching and producing accurate technical drawings. You can start the course at any time and have up to one year to complete it, with around 60 hours of study in total.
How to apply
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Who is this course for?
This course is for beginners who want to learn how to use AutoCAD 2D, as well as existing AutoCAD users who want to develop their basic skills.
You do not need previous CAD experience, but you should have an enthusiasm for learning AutoCAD.
What you’ll learn
You will develop the essential skills needed to create and edit 2D CAD drawings using AutoCAD.
You will learn how to:
- Create and edit 2D drawings
- Add annotations
- Use hatching
- Produce accurate technical drawings
- Use key AutoCAD features and tools
Entry requirements
You do not need previous CAD experience to join this course.
You will need a working knowledge of English and Maths and be confident using Windows-based computers.
You will also need to attend an entry interview before enrolling on the course. Interviews are available in person or by telephone.
In-person interviews take place on Wednesdays at 4pm during term time at the College Green Centre, in room 6E22H. You do not need to book an appointment; simply sign in at reception. Please allow up to an hour for your interview.
Telephone interviews and alternative interview times can be arranged by calling 0117 312 2703 or emailing CAD@cityofbristol.ac.uk.
Future career and study
On successful completion, you will have developed the essential skills needed to use AutoCAD 2D to create and edit technical drawings.
You can progress to further CAD training, including our CAD: AutoCAD 2D Advanced course, or explore other CAD software through courses in Revit, Inventor or SolidWorks.
Additional costs
There are no required additional costs beyond the course fee. Please contact us for information about the current course fee.
As part of your enrolment, you will be entitled to download a free educational copy of AutoCAD from Autodesk. You will need access to a suitable computer to use the software at home, although you can use the College's CAD computers if you prefer.
If you would like to use a Mac, please contact us for further information about compatibility and requirements.