{"id":123,"date":"2019-10-04T15:22:12","date_gmt":"2019-10-04T19:22:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/?page_id=123"},"modified":"2026-04-01T10:31:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T14:31:59","slug":"caddesign","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/caddesign\/","title":{"rendered":"AutoCAD and CAD Software Basics (CAD Drafting)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>What You&#8217;ll Learn<\/h4>\n<p>Master the essentials of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) with this hands-on course for designers, engineers, architects, or anyone who wants to develop 2D and 3D drafting skills for professional design applications.<\/p>\n<p>Learn industry-standard Autodesk software\u2014including AutoCAD, Revit, and Inventor. Students will gain practical experience in 2D drafting, 3D modeling, parametric design, and technical drawing organization. Whether creating architectural floor plans, mechanical components, or civil engineering designs, this course provides the skills needed to produce professional-grade CAD drawings and models.<\/p>\n<p>By the end of the program, students will confidently navigate AutoCAD, prepare high-quality technical drawings, and be equipped for an entry career in design, engineering, or construction. Students will also be prepped for Autodesk Certified User certifications.<\/p>\n<h4>Program Cost and Schedule<\/h4>\n<p>$200 to register. Registration includes a 1-year student license to AutoDesk products for first-time students. Registration does not include AutoDesk testing vouchers.<\/p>\n<p>This is a 12-week course and is offered in-person or online, and meets two evenings a week. Course content includes 100 hours of comprehensive CAD training. Students can expect about 2 hours of asynchronous online work each week.<\/p>\n <a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/cfcc-register.fundfive.com\/filtered\/course\/AutoCAD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Search and Register for Upcoming AutoCAD Courses (opens in a new window)\"> Search &amp; Register for Upcoming Courses <\/a> \n<p>If you are 16 or 17, you must complete <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2024\/09\/minor-permission.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> a minor permission form <\/a> with your registration. Email completed forms to <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;w&#111;rkf&#111;rc&#101;&#105;nf&#111;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> w&#111;rkf&#111;rc&#101;&#105;nf&#111;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> .<\/p>\n<h4>Earn Credit Towards Your Degree<\/h4>\n<p>CAD Drafting and 3D Modeling is approved as credit for DFT-151, a required coursework for CFCC\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/geomatics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Geomatics Technology <\/a> , <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/mechanical-engineering-technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Mechanical Engineering <\/a> , and <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/mechatronics-engineering-technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Mechatronic Engineering <\/a> .<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"mt-5\">Career and Job Information<\/h4> <div id=\"jobData-widget-container\">  <div id=\"iframe-wrapper\">  <div class=\"jobData-iframe jobData-iframe-ewd\" data-code=\"\"><!-- CAD Drafting & 3D Modeling -->\n<iframe id=\"program-widget-531912\" style=\"border: 0; min-width: 100%; width: 1px;\" title=\"cfcc widget\" src=\"https:\/\/widget.lightcastcc.com?hasCareerList=true&amp;hasEmployment=true&amp;hasAllLocations=false&amp;hasImages=true&amp;hasJobOpenings=true&amp;hasNationalData=true&amp;hasOutlook=true&amp;hasSkills=true&amp;hasVisitButton=true&amp;hasWages=true&amp;isHourlyWage=true&amp;labelSet=default&amp;clientId=cfcc&amp;locationName=Wilmington%20Area&amp;orderCareersBy=None&amp;primaryColor=%23005DAB&amp;programs=cfcc003&amp;visitButtonColor=%23005DAB&amp;headingText=Our%20students%20can%20go%20into%20these%20careers%3A\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/widget.lightcastcc.com\/scripts.js\"><\/script> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"p-2 py-4 mb-3\">  <div class=\"iwi-accordion\">  <div id=\"tech-physical-reqs\" class=\"\"> <h4 class=\"iwi-target-container-requirements accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> Course Technical &#038; Physical Requirements <\/a> <\/h4> <div id=\"container-requirements\" class=\"accordion-alt-container rounded-lg shadow-sm\"> <strong>To be successful in this course, students must be able to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"mt-2\">\n<li>Students will use computers to understand 2D drafting, navigation and industry-standard drawing conventions.<\/li>\n<li>Understanding geometric concepts and accuracy are key.<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What You&#8217;ll Learn Master the essentials of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) with this hands-on course for designers, engineers, architects, or anyone who wants to develop 2D and 3D drafting skills for professional design applications. 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