Overview
Clear, accurate drawings are how technical ideas move from concept to construction. Part of the AutoCAD certificate program, this course builds on CADD Fundamentals to help you develop the essential skills needed to produce precise, professional two‑dimensional drawings using Autodesk AutoCAD (release year 2026).
In this hands‑on micro‑credential course, you’ll work with AutoCAD’s interface, tools, and workflows to create, edit, organize, and present drawings that meet industry standards. You’ll begin by exploring AutoCAD’s workspace and user interface, learning how to navigate menus, apply commands, and manage files efficiently. Through guided practice, you’ll apply drawing theory to construct accurate 2D geometry. You’ll also work with common drawing objects, correct errors, control display settings, and use coordinate systems to position objects precisely.
As you progress, you’ll improve drawing precision and organization using object snaps, layers, and reusable symbols (blocks) to streamline your workflow. You’ll add professional details with text, hatching, and dimensions, and create layout views and plots that clearly communicate design intent through practical workplace tasks and exercises. You’ll work independently at your own pace in an online format, supported by instructor feedback from an industry expert who helps you refine your approach and troubleshoot challenges.
By the end of the course, you’ll showcase a final portfolio project and be able to produce scaled, clearly annotated 2D drawings ready for professional review.
This course is ideal if you:
- want to build on introductory CADD skills to create professional 2D drawings in AutoCAD
- work in or aspire to enter architecture, engineering, manufacturing, or design fields
- are an interior or product designer developing technical documentation skills
- need AutoCAD proficiency to support accurate communication in multidisciplinary projects.
You must complete CADD 111 CADD Fundamentals before registering for this course.
Upon successful completion of this course, you'll be able to:
- set up and navigate AutoCAD’s workspace and user interface
- execute basic commands in AutoCAD to open, view, navigate, edit, print, and save a drawing
- demonstrate proper use of basic drawing, editing, SNAP and viewing tools to create an object
- apply the use of Manipulate tools and reusable symbols and blocks in CAD drawing
- organize drawing objects on layers
- employ inquire commands in an AutoCAD drawing
- create a scaled layout view and plot of a drawing in AutoCAD
- demonstrate text placement in an AutoCAD drawing
- construct hatch patterns in an AutoCAD drawing
- place dimensions in an AutoCAD drawing.
To request a course outline, contact ConEdAdvising@sait.ca.
Individuals with AutoCAD training and industry experience can take exams through Autodesk to become a Autodesk Certified User (ACU) or Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) in AutoCAD. The SAIT AutoCAD certificate program will help you build relevant skills and experience that support preparation for these certifications. Learn more about Autodesk certification.
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Registration closes seven days before the start date for on-campus, online scheduled, and blended courses, and one day before the start date for online self-paced courses.
After you've completed this course
Upon successful completion of this course, you'll be able to self-print a proof of completion document from your Continuing Education student account.
Micro-credential
SAIT Micro-credentials develop practical skills aligned to current industry standards and include competency-based testing. Earning a SAIT Technical Skills Micro-credential demonstrates to employers that you have the required competencies — combining knowledge, skills and abilities — to get the job done. Learn more.
Students who complete this course with a final grade of A- (80%) or higher will earn the Micro-credential and receive a shareable digital badge that validates their achievement.
Costs
Textbook and reading list
Included in the purchase of this course, you'll receive:
- Access to online course content in Brightspace (D2L)
- Free access to Autodesk®AutoCAD® 2026 software using Autodesk’s Educational Plan. Software download instructions will be provided in the D2L shell.
The following textbook is required and can be purchased from the SAIT Bookstore website:
- AutoCAD 2026 Tutorial First Level 2D Fundamentals, Luke Jumper and Randy H. Shih, SDC Publications, 2025
Note: Make sure the book you purchase matches the AutoCAD version used in your course section. The SAIT Bookstore carries the current and most recent previous versions.
Technology
To be successful in this course, you’ll need:
- Access to your own Windows-based computer or laptop that meets system requirements for AutoCAD 2026 and standard hardware/software requirements to use D2L
- Internet access.
Financial support
Financial opportunities are available to help pay for your course fees. Learn more about how to reduce your education or training costs with available awards, bursaries, loans and grants, including the Canada Alberta Productivity Grant.
Applicable certificates
This course applies to the following certificate programs:
- Certification type
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Certificate of Completion
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