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AutoCAD Classes and Training

Our premier AutoCAD classes and training courses are concise and intensive, designed to help the busy professional quickly become more productive.

AutoCAD Class: Level 1 - Summer 2023

In this hands-on computer-aided design course, participants will be provided with an introduction to display commands, CAD tools, basic draw commands, basic edit commands, layers, CAD construction techniques, creating text, block and drawing import options, dimensions, crosshatching, grips, introduction to layouts, and plotting basics. Participants will acquire the fundamental skills necessary for the development of mechanical, architectural, and/or civil drawings using AutoCAD.

AutoCAD Level 1 Course Overview:

  • The AutoCAD environment
  • Introduction to drawing
  • Making changes to AutoCAD objects
  • Layers
  • Annotation using AutoCAD
  • Layouts
  • Dimensions
  • Hatch objects
  • Reusable AutoCAD content
  • Additional drawing objects
  • Plotting a drawing
  • Template drawings

Course Textbook: AutoCAD 2023: Essentials (Mixed Units), by Ascent-Center f or Technical Knowledge (ISBN 13: 9781956032635).

Registration Information:

  • Location: Online instructor-led training via Zoom video conferencing

  • Cost: $1,599
  • Dates: 
    • Summer Session: Monday - Thursday July 17 - 27, 2023
    • Fall Session: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 5 - 28, 2023
  • Times: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
  • Registration: not yet available.

Please contact 570-963-2600 or email [email protected] for more information or to be place on our mailing list for upcoming classes.


AutoCAD Class: Level 2

This course will provide participants a more sophisticated techniques that will extend your mastery of the software. You will go beyond the basic skills to understand the process of setting up a template, creating annotation styles, and work with external references. Prerequisites: AutoCAD Level 1 (see above) or equivalent work experience.

AutoCAD Level 2 Course Overview:

  • Using advanced drafting and editing techniques
  • Creating a custom workspace
  • Using grips effectively
  • Working with geometric and dimensional parametric constraints
  • Creating and editing local and global blocks
  • Creating templates
  • Setting up layers, styles, and viewports
  • Creating annotation styles, including text, dimensions, and multileader styles
  • Working with external reference image, DWF, DGN, and PDF

Course Textbook:  AutoCAD 2023: Beyond the Basics (Mixed Units), by Ascent-Center for Technical Knowledge (ISBN 13: 9781956032642)

Registration Information:

  • Location: Online instructor-led training via Zoom video conferencing

  • Cost: $899
  • Dates: October 10 - 19, 2023
  • Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
  • Registration Deadline: February 15, 2023  Registration: not yet available.

Contact 570-963-2600 or email [email protected] for more information or to be place on our mailing list for upcoming classes.


AutoCAD Class: Level 3

This is an advanced course that will provide participants advanced techniques to be proficient in your use of the AutoCAD software.  Prerequisites: AutoCAD Levels 1  and 2 see above) or equivalent work experience.

AutoCAD Level 3 Course Overview:

  • Advanced text objects
  • Working with tables
  • Defining dynamic blocks and attributes
  • Outputting and publishing files for review
  • Collaboration and automation tools
  • Creating, publishing, and customizing sheet sets
  • Managing layers
  • CAD management and system setup
  • Enhancing productivity by customizing the AutoCAD interface
  • Using macros and custom routines

Course Textbook: AutoCAD 2023: Advanced (Mixed Units), by Ascent-Center for Technical Knowledge (ISBN: 13:9781956032710) 

Registration Information:

  • Location: Virtual Instructor-led training via Zoom video conferencing

  • Cost: $1,199
  • Dates: December 5 - 21, 2023
  • Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
  • Registration: not yet available.

Contact 570-963-2600 or email [email protected] for more information or to be place on our mailing list for upcoming classes.


Note: The University reserves the right to cancel courses due to insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances.

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Phone: (570) 963-2600
 
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