AutoCAD for 2D Drafting & Technical Drawings -

About Course

Transitioning from manual to digital drawing and learning how to work with new software programs can be extremely overwhelming at first. This course is designed to make that shift smoother, breaking down AutoCAD into clear, manageable lessons tailored for architecture students.

In this course, you’ll learn how to draw digitally using AutoCAD with a focus on architectural workflows. From understanding the interface to mastering essential commands and drawing tools, this course will help you build the skills you need to work faster, smarter, and smoother in order to produce plans, sections, and detailed technical drawings.

You’ll also discover time-saving tips and tricks to reduce repetitive work, so you can focus more on design and less on figuring out the software.

What Will I Learn?

Navigating AutoCAD’s interface, toolbars, and commands
Drawing, editing, and annotating full 2D drawings
Adding details to create technical drawings
Collaborating with teams using blocks and Xrefs
Annotations and grouping
Creating plans, sections, and site plans

Target Audience

This course is designed for anyone who is transitioning from manual drawing to 2D drafting, particularly beginners in AutoCAD looking to improve their workflow, and first and second-year architecture or design students who want to master the basics of AutoCAD.

Students’ Results

Malak Khaled

Shahd El Gendy

Sedra Eltally

Salma Ahmed

Habiba El Desouky

Course instructor: Malak Mahmoud

Instructor Portfolio

Students’ Reviews

What I loved most about the course was the instructor. She has a unique way of making complex concepts feel simple and approachable. Her patience with our questions is truly appreciated , and I admire how dedicated she is to ensuring that everyone fully understands before moving forward. The pace of the course has also been impressive—we’ve managed to learn how to create a complete plan in just three days, which speaks to her effective teaching style.

Anonymous

The instructors care about everyone and make sure everyone understands

Anonymous

It is very easy to use for complete beginners. I will definitely be using it more in the future.

Anonymous

I love it, will be using it for my 2d plans, I think it’s pretty user-friendly and easy to wrap my head around

Anonymous

It is very useful and I think I will need it a lot in my university

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to have any background about AutoCAD

Not at all! You don’t need to have any background in any digital software beforehand. Our courses are designed for complete beginners. We guide you step by step so you can follow along easily—even if it’s your first time using the software.

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is ideal for anyone transitioning from manual drawing to digital drafting, particularly first and second-year architecture students who are beginning to work more digitally in their academic projects. It’s also perfect for beginners or design students looking to streamline their AutoCAD workflow, improve their speed, and build confidence using one of the most essential tools in architectural practice.

What version of AutoCAD should I use?

We recommend using the latest version of AutoCAD for best performance and compatibility. However, if you’re using an older version, most tools and commands taught in this course will still apply.

Are there assignments in the course?

Absolutely! We believe learning happens best through practice. Every course includes hands-on tasks or a final project. You’ll also receive feedback through our Discord channel to help you improve and build your portfolio.

How long do I have access to the course and how long does it take to finish it?

You’ll have access to the full AutoCAD course for 3 months. This course’s duration is around 6 hours. You can complete it in as little as 1 week or spread it over the full 3 months. You’re free to go at your own pace, pause, and rewatch lessons or specific parts as often as needed during that time. Be sure to check the course outline for exact details.

How can I download the software?

Luckily, Autodesk offers free educational licenses for students. You can register with your university email and download AutoCAD from the Autodesk Education Portal. Otherwise, you can download it from your nearest computer shop

Will I learn how to make complete architectural plans in AutoCAD?

Yes, by the end of the course, you’ll be able to draw, annotate, and prepare basic architectural plans suitable for academic use or design presentations. On top of that, you will also learn the best workflow types, tips and tricks you can work with to ensure the smoothest drafting process possible, which will save hours of work and last you a lifetime!

Will I receive a certificate after completing a course?

Yes! Once you complete all the lessons and submit the final project (if required), you’ll receive a certificate of completion. You can include it in your portfolio, CV, or LinkedIn profile.

Course Content

Interface

Introduction

05:20
Join our Discord Community!
Interface + Manoeuvre

04:03
Selection

03:45
Zoom

03:36

Drawing Tools

Snapping Tools + Ortho

Modifiers tools

Move

04:55
Copy

07:55
Rotate

02:35
Scale

02:44
Align

03:31
Stretch

04:57
Explode + Join

05:17
Group

07:22
Assignment 02

04:53
Assignment 02

Editing tools

Trim

06:07
Extend

03:54
Boundary

04:54
Break

03:32
Mirror

02:40
Fillet

07:52
Offset

04:24
Array

07:23
Assignment 03

03:07
Assignment 03

Layers

Hatch

Blocks + Xref

Annotations

Exporting

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About Course

What Will I Learn?

Target Audience

Students’ Results

Course instructor: Malak Mahmoud

Instructor Portfolio

Students’ Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

Course Content

Interface

Introduction

Join our Discord Community!

Interface + Manoeuvre

Selection

Zoom

Drawing Tools

Line + PolyLine

Xline + Spline

Polyline Properties

Mline

Circles + Arc + Rectangles

Assignment 01

Assignment 01

Snapping Tools + Ortho

Ortho + Snapping

Specific Snapping

Modifiers tools

Move

Copy

Rotate

Scale

Align

Stretch

Explode + Join

Group

Assignment 02

Assignment 02

Editing tools

Trim

Extend

Boundary

Break

Mirror

Fillet

Offset

Array

Assignment 03

Assignment 03

Layers

Layers Part 01

Layers Part 02

Assignment 04

Assignment 04

Hatch

Hatch types

Hatch Properties

Assignment 05

Assignment 05

Blocks + Xref

Blocks

Blocks ( Refedit + Ncopy)

Blocks ( Layers + Rename Block + Flatten )

Blocks ( Copy Blocks + Purge )

Xref Part 01

Xref Part 02

Xref Part 03

Assignment 06

Assignment 06

Annotations

Text ( Multiline + Single Line )

Dimensions

Assignment 07

Assignment 07

Exporting

Import Image

Import Pdf + Quick Selection

Print Part 01

Print Part 02

Layout

Assignment Part 01