Learners will identify AutoCAD interface elements, create precise 2D geometry, apply modification tools, organize drawings with layers, and produce clear annotations and dimensions essential for professional drafting.

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Master AutoCAD Basics: Create, Modify & Annotate 2D Drawings
This course is part of AutoCAD Foundation & Core Drafting Mastery Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
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What you'll learn
Navigate the AutoCAD interface and create precise 2D drawings using core geometry tools.
Modify and organize drawings with essential edit commands and layer management.
Apply dimensions, text, blocks, and properties to produce clear, professional drafting outputs.
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January 2026
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the essential foundations of AutoCAD, including understanding the workspace, navigating drawing environments, setting units and limits, and managing fundamental interface tools. Learners build confidence as they explore core navigation controls and configuration settings that prepare them for accurate and efficient 2D drafting.
What's included
6 videos3 assignments
This module develops core 2D drafting skills using AutoCAD’s essential drawing and modifier tools. Learners gain hands-on practice with lines, polylines, circles, arcs, rectangles, and more, before advancing to modification commands such as move, copy, rotate, mirror, stretch, scale, fillet, offset, trim, and extend. By the end, learners can construct and edit drawings with accuracy and professional control.
What's included
14 videos4 assignments
This module teaches learners how to add professional annotations, manage layers for organized drafting, and utilize blocks and property controls for streamlined design workflows. Learners develop skills to produce clean, readable, and reusable drafting content suitable for real-world engineering and architectural applications.
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4 videos3 assignments
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