# CAD Project Management Course Online

Canonical URL: <https://vdci.edu/courses/cad-project-management>

## Overview

This self-paced course is built for anyone who needs to step into a more organized, leadership-focused role within AutoCAD projects. Instead of concentrating only on drafting, the course shifts attention to how CAD files are set up, managed, and coordinated across a team. Through practical exercises, you’ll learn how to keep projects consistent, reduce errors, and create clearer lines of communication so drawings stay accurate from start to finish.

As you move through the course, you’ll develop a stronger understanding of what it takes to manage CAD work at the project level. You’ll set up AutoCAD environments that support office standards, apply consistent file naming and organization, and work within the National CAD Standards. You’ll also learn how to take over inherited CAD files and restructure them so they align with both office and national standards, making existing projects easier to maintain, update, and share.

## What you'll learn

- Demonstrate understanding of the technical and managerial skills required to succeed as a CAD and Project Manager.
- Organize the AutoCAD User Interface to optimize productivity and standards for an office.
- Use office standard file naming and file organization.
- Master an understanding of the National CAD Standards.
- Convert “an inherited CAD project” into a format that supports the National CAD Standards and Office CAD Standards.

## Prerequisites

This course has a recommended prerequisite. You will need previous experience with AutoCAD or to have taken our [AutoCAD Course Online](https://vdci.edu/courses/autocad-fundamentals-course).

## Instructors

### David Sellers — Instructor

David, the Chief Academic Officer, has a Bachelor of Architecture Degree from Penn State University and an MBA from Point Loma Nazarene University. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects. He has been teaching Autodesk programs for over 10 years and enjoys working and teaching in the architectural industry. In addition to working with the Autodesk suite, he has significant experience in 3D modeling, the Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and SketchUp. David enjoys spending his free time with his wife, biking, hanging out with his kids, and listening to audiobooks by the fire. 

**Credentials:**

- Licensed Architect
- Autodesk Certified Instructor (ACI SILVER – Certified \> 5 Years)
- Autodesk Certified Professional: AutoCAD, Revit, Fusion 360
- Adobe Visual Design Specialist
- SketchUp Certified 3D Warehouse Content Developer

### Luis Hernandez — Instructor

Luis has a Bachelor of Architecture Degree from the University of Southern California and over 10 years of professional AEC industry experience. He has made extensive use of AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit and Photoshop in his work, and is happiest when helping others achieve success. He’s an avid traveler who has run 10 marathons and enjoys reading, yoga, camping, volunteering and attending music festivals all over the world.

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $579