AutoCAD Classes for Beginners in New York

Best AutoCAD Classes in NYC

Dive into AutoCAD software and 2D drawing techniques. First, you'll explore the AutoCAD interface and drawing commands. Then, you'll create a simple drawing of your own and make edits. Finally, you'll work on printing and annotating your drawing. In this course, you'll learn by doing. Each student will have a computer and create 2D drawings along with the instructor.

AutoCAD is a drawing program used to generate vector graphics. The program uses arcs, circles, lines, and text to create representations of more complex objects. Engineers, construction professionals, and designers use AutoCAD to develop blueprints, plans for heavy metal tools, and other technical drawings. Unlike other graphic design programs like Photoshop and Sketch, AutoCAD is a technical program. When drawing representations in AutoCAD, the focus is on technical accuracy, rather than creativity.

AutoCAD Classes for All Levels of Experience

At Career Centers, we have Beginner AutoCAD classes, Intermediate AutoCAD classes, and Advanced AutoCAD classes. We also offer AutoCAD 3D Modeling training. If you're interested in AutoCAD, but not sure if it's right for you, take AutoCAD in a Day to learn more about the software.

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The Career Centers instructors are highly skilled communicators who really know their craft. They are wonderful about explaining and re-explaining when necessary and I never felt rushed or foolish for asking a question.
—Diane Speros

What You’ll Learn

Understand the AutoCAD workspace and user interface
Use basic drawing, editing, and viewing tools
Draw with precision
Organize drawing objects on layers
Insert reusable symbols, blocks, and object types
Prepare a layout to be plotted
Add text, hatching, and dimensions
Use more advanced editing and construction techniques
Add parametric constraints to objects
Create local and global blocks
Set-up layers, styles, and templates
Use advanced plotting and publishing options
Position accurately

Course Syllabus

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1: Getting Started with AutoCAD

Opening and Creating Drawings
Exploring the AutoCAD interface
Zooming and Panning

2: Basic Drawing & Editing Commands

Using the Mouse, Keyboard, and Enter Key to work quickly and efficiently in AutoCAD
Lines
Circles
Rectangles

3: Projects - Creating a Simple Drawing

Creating Simple Drawings
Using Object Snap Tracking to extrapolate a projected top view
Using Modify tools to arrange an office layout

4: Drawing Precision in AutoCAD

Polar and Ortho Tracking
Entering Coordinates and Angles
Object Snaps and Tracking

5: Making Changes in Your Drawing

Move
Copy
Rotate
Mirror
Scale
Using the reference option with the Scale Tool

6: Drawing Templates

Using Template Files (.dwt) to Make New Drawing
Exploring what Settings and Elements are saved with Templates

7: Organizing Your Drawing with Layers

Layer States
Properties by Layer
Layer Tools

8: Advanced Object Types

Polylines
Arcs
Polygons
Ellipses

9: Analyzing Model and Object Properties

The Properties Palette
Quick Select
Select Similar
Measure Geometry Tools

10: Projects - Drawing Organization & Information

Drill Plate
Furniture Showroom

11: Advanced Editing Commands

Trim and Extend
Fillet and Chamfer
Polyline Edit and Spline
Offset and Explode
Join

12: Inserting Blocks

The Insert Block Command
Inserting Blocks with Tool Palettes
Dynamic Blocs
Migrating Blocks and other Elements between Drawings with Design Center

13: Projects - Creating More Complex Objects

Starting a Floor Plan

14: Setting Up a Layout

Using Layouts and Viewports
Scaling Viewports
Model Space vs. Paper Space in Layouts

15: Printing Your Drawing

Printing from Layout Tabs
Printing from the Model Tab

16: Projects - Preparing to Print

Making Layouts for a Banquette Hall

17: Text

The Multiline Text Tool
The Single Line Text Tool
Editing Text
Text in Model Space vs. Paper Space
The Multileader Tool

18: Hatching

The Hatch Command
The Hatch Editor Ribbon Tab
Saving and Applying Hatches with Tool Palettes

19: Adding Dimensions

Using Dimensioning Tools
Dimensioning in a Layout Tab vs. the Model Tab
Using Dimension Styles
Editing Dimensions

20: Projects - Annotating Your Drawing

Dimensioning a Mechanical Drawing

Schedule & Enrollment: Beginner AutoCAD

$599
24 Hours
NYC or Live Online
Free retake
Setup assistance
Expert instructors
Small classes

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Course times are listed in Eastern Time.

October 25–27

Monday to Wednesday 10–5pm

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December 6–8

Monday to Wednesday 10–5pm

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This Course is Available Live Online

You can attend this training live online at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time) through screen-sharing software Zoom (free for you).
Our live online training is interactive and hands-on, just like our in-person classes. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your setup is perfect

Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor.
You can hear the instruction, ask questions, and share your screen—all in real-time.
Retake the course for free (in-person or live online) within one year.

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“Overall experience on Zoom was maybe even better than in IRL classroom because the instruction takes place right on your own screen, with less distraction. Great overall experience.”
“Given the fact that we had to do this entire class remotely due to Covid-19, I didn’t have very high expectations it would run so smoothly. However, I don’t think it could’ve gone any better. Not only do I feel very comfortable with the program now, but I’m actually excited to use it!”
“This was the first online class I’ve taken with ND and it was a great experience. Looking forward to the other classes I’ve signed up for!”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this course require any prior knowledge or experience?

Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.
Do you offer any discounts for this course?
Discounts

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

Take this course as part of a certificate program and save:
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  Price: $949 | Hours: 40 Hours
Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

This course does not qualify for payments plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.
Can I take this course online (remote learning)?
You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).

How does attending “live online” work?
- Students can attend this training remotely through screen sharing software (we use Zoom).
- Participants can hear the instruction, ask questions, and even share their screen with the instructor.
- For audio you can use your computer’s microphone/speakers or call a phone number that we’ll provide.
- Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor, so we strongly encourage students who are local to the area to attend in person!
- You will need your own computer and copy of any required software. If you don’t have the software, you can usually do a free trial or purchase your own license. If you need assistance, contact us at nyc@careercenters.com

Why Learn at Career Centers

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From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and proprietary curriculum, we deliver a learning experience our alumni can be proud of.

3 Students Rated Our Beginner AutoCAD 5 Stars

Learned SO much in such a short time. The instructor was very knowledgeable and explained it so that any level can understand.

Kaliope Floropoulos, Amiantos Environmental

Dan is phenomenal instructor and their AutoCAD book is definitely the best.

SAMANTHA MEI, IANNELLI CONSTRUCTION

Overall, a great introduction to AutoCAD! Extremely knowledgeable instructor who encourages questions and is happy to spend time to ensure students are understanding the content. Be ready for a robust 3 days!

Jennifer Wilson, Jennifer J Interiors, LLC

Best AutoCAD Classes in NYC

AutoCAD Classes for All Levels of Experience

Retake Your Course for Free

Prerequisites

Learn the Skills Guarantee™

Hands-on, personalized training

Cutting edge curriculum

Learn from industry experts

Free retake

What You’ll Learn

Course Syllabus

1: Getting Started with AutoCAD

2: Basic Drawing & Editing Commands

3: Projects - Creating a Simple Drawing

4: Drawing Precision in AutoCAD

5: Making Changes in Your Drawing

6: Drawing Templates

7: Organizing Your Drawing with Layers

8: Advanced Object Types

9: Analyzing Model and Object Properties

10: Projects - Drawing Organization & Information

11: Advanced Editing Commands

12: Inserting Blocks

13: Projects - Creating More Complex Objects

14: Setting Up a Layout

15: Printing Your Drawing

16: Projects - Preparing to Print

17: Text

18: Hatching

19: Adding Dimensions

20: Projects - Annotating Your Drawing

Schedule & Enrollment: Beginner AutoCAD

October 25–27 Monday to Wednesday 10–5pm Enroll

December 6–8 Monday to Wednesday 10–5pm Enroll

This Course is Available Live Online

See What Students Are Saying About Live Online

Online Training Demo

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this course require any prior knowledge or experience?

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

Discounts

Take this course as part of a certificate program and save:

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

Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

How does attending “live online” work?

Looking for corporate training?

Why Learn at Career Centers

Highly Reviewed by Our Alumni

3 Students Rated Our Beginner AutoCAD 5 Stars

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