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AutoCAD Professional Fast-Track Program

Learn the in-demand technical skills used to create 2D designs for construction documents utilizing AutoCAD Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, the AEC industry standard. This program will prepare your CAD Certification through Autodesk.

During the AutoCAD Professional Fast-Track Program, you’ll learn the AutoCAD User Interface, state-of-the-art professional workflows, and how to create sets of construction documents. All courses are taught by practicing professionals through hands-on, project-based training.

  • Nationally accredited program
  • Free student software
  • Learn at your convenience
  • Scheduled due dates to help you stay on track
  • No set class times
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Job Ready in Just 26 Weeks

The Nationally Accredited Fast-Track Programs are accelerated, condensing material into shorter, comprehensive programs. This means you’ll be able to earn a credential and enter the workforce with real-world skills in a fraction of the time of other degrees. Depending on the software and the level of training you choose, you can consider entry-level to mid-level job positions such as BIM Technician, BIM Coordinator, CAD Designer, CAD Coordinator and more! View the possible AEC career opportunities you can consider after completing one of VDCI’s programs. Not sure which career is right for you? Contact us.

Showcase Your Achievements

Earn verified digital credentials from Accredible by completing this Program with a grade of 70% or higher. If you are interested in Revit Certification, consider the Revit Architecture Professional program. If you are interested in CAD Certification, consider the AutoCAD Professional program. Need help deciding? Contact us.

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Training Path

A total of 140 clock hours are required from the following courses.

CAD 101 – Introduction to AutoCAD

We start at the very beginning, using AutoCAD to draw drafting symbols, kitchen and bath fixtures, and then create a floor plan. We assemble everything into one sheet file. Learn about Drawing on Layers, Adding Text, Dimensions & Plotting.

  • Create drafting symbols, kitchen and bath fixtures, a floor plan and integrate all information into one deliverable sheet file.
  • Distinguish the differences required to generate drawings for use as annotation and real-world model components.
  • Create and insert blocks and externally reference files and determine the appropriate times to apply those skill sets.
  • Master file management, drafting on layers, integrating drawing component files and plotting while creating on the class residential project.

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CAD 201 – Intermediate AutoCAD

Use AutoCAD to draw an abbreviated set of construction documents for a residential project: floor plan, roof plan, foundation plan, electrical plan & building elevations. Create, insert and link drawings. Learn the best workflow.

  • Create an abbreviated set of construction documents including floor plan, foundation plan, electrical plan and building elevations for a small residential project.
  • Create and insert blocks, externally reference files and determine the appropriate times to apply those skill sets to optimize project efficiency.
  • Demonstrate layer and file management, external file referencing, use of model/layout environments and user coordinate systems.
  • Apply intermediate-level skills including layer management, user coordinate system development, creating sheet layout environments and plotting.

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CAD 301 – AutoCAD Construction Documents I

Develop titleblock drawings from scratch. Then we draw a floor plan, multi-scale enlarged plans, roof plan and building elevations for a large one-story residence which will be continued in CAD 302.

  • Create titleblock and titleblock/drawing label components for a professional office to facilitate development of deliverable sheet files.
  • Create floor plan, enlarged plan, roof plan and building elevation of a moderately complex residential project. Includes the development of floor plan, roof plan and elevation notes.
  • Successfully integrate referenced files to create construction documents. Demonstrate layer and file management, use of model/layout environments and multi-scale drawing presentation.
  • Organize deliverable sheet set to conform to the National CAD Standards.
  • Apply intermediate-level skills to create sheet layout environments and plotting.

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CAD 302 – AutoCAD Construction Documents II

Develop titleblock drawings from scratch. Then we draw a floor plan, multi-scale enlarged plans, roof plan and building elevations for a large one-story residence which will be continued in CAD 302.

  • Create building elevations, building sections, wall sections; modify detail drawings; create metes and bounds (Civil) drawing; create relevant deliverable sheet files for a moderately complex residential project. Includes the development of title sheet and appropriate general and keynote legends.
  • Successfully integrate referenced files to create construction documents. Demonstrate layer and file management, use of model/layout environments and multi-scale drawing presentations.
  • Apply intermediate/advanced-level skills to create sheet layout environments and plotting.
  • Organize deliverable sheet set to conform to the National CAD Standards.

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CAD 304 – CAD Detailing

Create detail drawings. Learn the two dominant CAD standards AEC firms use – making detail drawings from scratch and by referencing and clipping information from other drawings. Learn drawing standards and about organizing your details.

  • Create detail drawings pertinent to the course project.
  • Create relevant deliverable sheet files.
  • Integrate referenced files to create details for construction documents.
  • Demonstrate layer and file management, use of model/layout environments and multi-scale drawing presentations.
  • Apply intermediate/advanced-level skills to create sheet layout environments and plotting.

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AutoCAD Professional Calendar

All VDCI Fast-Track Program courses are designed to be taken in sequence so students can build upon lessons learned in the previous courses.

Choose a start date to see an example schedule:
Application Deadline
12/31/2023

Deadline to be considered for enrollment.

Start Date

Program courses begin.

AutoCAD Fundamentals Badge
02/12/2024

Deadline to be considered for enrollment.

AutoCAD Professional Badge
04/15/2024

Certificate Program courses begin.

Completion Date

04/15/2024

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AutoCAD Professional Fast-Track Program Tuition & Fees

VDCI Fast-Track Programs are an affordable alternative to traditional degrees. Please note that final tuition costs may vary. Refer to the Catalog for more information.

Price

Description

Tuition

$2,800

Prorated upon withdrawal. Refer to refund provision within the catalog.

Registration Fee

$150

Nonrefundable. Not included in the Tuition. Billed separately from Tuition.

Student Tuition Recovery Fund Fee

$0.00

Nonrefundable ($0.00 for every $1,000 rounded to the nearest $1,000). Applies to California residents only.

Estimated Due for the Entire Program

$2,950

The estimated amount due to complete the Fast-Track Program.