Fundamentals of AutoCAD

Now registering for Spring Classes!
Spring classes begin March 22 end May 12
Tuition is $375.00

The Fundamentals of AutoCAD Course Online is designed for the beginning AutoCAD user. Taught 100% online, the Fundamentals course will cover most 2D AutoCAD commands. Successful graduates of this course won't have any problem creating working drawings at the end. As part of the course you can specialize in Mechanical, Architecture, or Electrical AutoCAD at no extra cost.

Access to AutoCAD

Note: you must have access to ONE of the following versions of AutoCAD: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 or 2023. You can also use the corresponding LT versions LT 2018, LT2019. LT 2020, LT2021, LT2022 or LT 2023 for this course. If you don't have access to AutoCAD you can use a trial version for free or lease it for as little as $60.00. For more information check out CAD Access link. If you want to use the MAC version of AutoCAD check out our Fundamentals of AutoCAD for MAC course.

Course Format

Courses are taught 100% over the Internet using the most advanced course management system available today. For course information, as well as a sample course, select the button below.

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Course Pre-Requisites

While there are no pre-requisites for the Fundamentals course, you should be familiar with basic computer operations. You should know how to use E-MAIL to send and receive files, feel comfortable using the Internet, be familiar with basic file management procedures (creating a folder, opening and closing a file etc.). Basic computer operations are not covered in the course.

Additional Details

  • Spring 2023 classes begin March 22 and end May 12.
  • There are no set times when you have to be on-line. You can access the website 24X7 and submit assignments and tests at any time.
  • You will need to spend an average of 10 hours a week on the class. How you manage your class hours is up to you. YOU set the schedule.
  • You will receive feedback for EVERY assignment and test submitted within 24 hours.
  • Upon successful completion of the course you will receive a certificate.
  • The Fundamentals class covers the use of AutoCAD only and does not cover any basic drafting procedures or design theory.
  • You can specialize in Architectural, Mechanical or Electrical AutoCAD.
  • If you successfully complete a specialization you would receive a special certificate indicating such.
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Refund Policy

Students are eligible for a full refund of tuition if officially withdrawn from class before the start date. Students requesting withdrawal from a class must do so by sending an E-MAIL to cadregister@cadinstitute.com. Tuition refunds that result from officially withdrawing will be made in accordance with the following dates:

  • First Week of class 90% Tuition Refund
  • Second Week of class 75% Tuition Refund
  • Third Week of class 50% Tuition Refund
  • Fourth Week of class 25% Tuition Refund