AutoCAD 2026 Professional Course – Full Syllabus (2D & 3D)

Module 1: Introduction & AutoCAD Fundamentals

• Overview of AutoCAD 2026 and CAD applications in industries
• AutoCAD interface, workspace, and navigation
• File management: creating, saving, and opening projects
• Understanding coordinate systems: Cartesian, polar, and object snap
• Using toolbars, ribbons, and command line efficiently
• Customizing workspace and shortcut keys

Module 2: Basic Drawing & Editing Tools (2D)

• Drawing basic shapes: lines, polylines, circles, rectangles, arcs, polygons
• Editing tools: move, copy, mirror, rotate, scale, trim, extend, offset, stretch
• Object properties: color, layer, line type, line weight
• Selection methods: window, crossing, lasso
• Undo/redo operations and command history

Module 3: Advanced 2D Drafting

• Layers and layer management
• Advanced annotation: text styles, multi-line text, dimensions, leaders
• Blocks: creating, inserting, redefining, and dynamic blocks
• Hatching and gradient fills
• External references (Xrefs)
• Layouts, viewports, and paper space vs model space
• Plotting, printing, and creating professional drawings

Module 4: Precision & Productivity Tools

• Object snaps (OSNAP) and tracking (OTRACK)
• Polar tracking, grid, and snap settings
• Align, array (rectangular, polar, path), and offset techniques
• Parametric constraints for geometric and dimensional accuracy
• Revision tracking and annotation scaling

Module 5: Introduction to 3D Modeling

• 3D concepts: wireframe, surface, and solid modeling
• 3D workspace, navigation, and visual styles
• UCS (User Coordinate System) management
• 3D primitives: box, sphere, cylinder, cone, wedge, torus

Module 6: Advanced 3D Modeling

• 3D editing tools: move, rotate, scale, stretch in 3D
• Solid operations: union, subtract, intersect
• Extrude, revolve, sweep, loft
• Surface modeling and mesh modeling
• 3D Boolean operations and shelling
• Section planes and slice

Module 7: 3D Visualization & Rendering

• Applying materials and textures
• Lighting setup and rendering basics
• Cameras and perspective views
• Walkthroughs and animation basics
• Rendering output and presentation-ready visuals

Module 8: Annotation & Documentation

• Dimensioning in 3D and 2D drawings
• Multi-view layouts for professional documentation
• Tables, schedules, and bill of materials (BOM)
• Plotting and publishing to PDF and DWG formats

Module 9: Real-Time Projects & Industry Applications

• Civil engineering: floor plans, site plans, elevations
• Mechanical engineering: assemblies, part modeling, machine components
• Architecture: 2D drafting and 3D building models
• Interior design: furniture layouts and 3D visualization
• Electrical & piping: schematic drawings and 3D pipelines
• Final project: comprehensive 2D & 3D model with documentation

Module 10: Tips, Tricks & Professional Practices

• Best practices for efficient drafting and modeling
• Time-saving commands and automation
• File organization and project management
• Preparing for professional certification and career readiness

Course Outcome

• Mastery in AutoCAD 2026 2D drafting and 3D modeling
• Ability to handle real-world professional projects
• Ready for roles like CAD Engineer, Draftsman, 3D Designer, or AutoCAD Specialist