Introduction to AutoCAD
A course by Alicia SanzInterior Designer.
A course by Alicia Sanz, Interior Designer.
Learn how to draw the blueprints of your architectural projects on Windows from scratch using the most popular software on the market
The versatility of the tools and its compatibility with other software means that AutoCAD is the most used software in architectural and industrial projects. In this Domestika Basics of 5 courses, learn how to draw any type of project from scratch, alongside Alicia Sanz, model maker and interior designer specialized in contract and retail design.
Start with the very basics: installing AutoCAD. Go through the interface, seeing the introduction screen, menu, the ribbon, commands, and workspaces, to customize it as you wish.
Start drawing in the second course. See how the different coordinates system works, get familiar with the drawing tools and their functions, the object selection modes, as well as the modification functions, and more, which will come in handy when working on your project.
See how layers work, their restrictions, and how to group objects efficiently as well as seeing how to create simple and dynamic blocks for a better end result.
Then, in the fourth course, see how to insert and edit images to apply them to your architectural project. Alicia teaches you how to work with external references, and gives you all the professional advice to organize your modeling space.
In the last course, learn all things related to the presentation of your blueprints by creating one step by step. See how to create graphic windows and different styles of note-taking. Understand how the plot styles function and how to publish and trace your project.
Once you have completed this Domestika Basics in AutoCAD, you will have all the knowledge you need to create your own professional architectural projects.
Technical Requirements
⦁ A Windows computer (64 bits) 8.1 or later. ⦁ AutoCAD software. You can download the trial version on the Autodesk website. ⦁ It is recommended to have basic knowledge of geometry.
Recommended software & tools for this course
Reviews
- 1 month ago
Genial, me ayudo a recordar conceptos olvidados, pasados en el transcurso de mi carrera y también para aprender otros nuevos.
- 2 months ago
Curso muy completo. Muy buen conocimiento del producto por parte de la profesora y explicaciones claras y precisas.
- 2 months ago
Recordé conceptos olvidados y aprendí nuevas formas de hacer cosas que ya sabia
- 3 months ago
El curso es bastante completo, te permite desenvolverte por el programa. Alicia ha sido encantadora y le agradezco el curso; sin embargo, hay algunos detalles que proyectan una sensación de desconocimiento al ver algunas equivocaciones o despistes que se podrían haber regrabado de otro modo.
- yballennPLUS3 months ago
Sinceramente me parece excelente. La profesora explica claro y de manera practica facil de entender. Me gusta su manera de ensenanza
To expand her knowledge, she trained as an interior designer at the Escuela Superior de Diseño de Madrid (Spain) and completed a master's degree in rendering in 3ds Max and V-Ray. Since then, she has focused on the design and technical development of retail design projects for commercial spaces for brands such as Misako, Correos, Clarins, American Whiskey, and Guerlain, among others, and also on contract design for restaurant projects such as Hungry Angelina in New York and Los Angeles, La Chelinda, Santa Gloria, MasQmenos, and 12 de Ajuriaguerra.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- Introduction
- U1
Coordinate system
- Coordinate system
- U2
Installation
- Installation
- U2
Drawing tools
- Drawing tools 1
- Drawing tools 2
- U3
Interface
- Interface
- U3
Selection modes
- Selection modes
- U4
Customization of the work environment
- Customization of the work environment
- U4
Modification tools
- Selection tools
- U5
Practice
- Practice
- U5
Shadings and other useful tools
- Shadings and other useful tools
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and requires no previous AutoCAD experience. It starts with the basics and gradually builds up, perfect for those starting from scratch.
All you need is a Windows or Mac computer and access to an AutoCAD version. No prior design or technical drawing experience is necessary.
You’ll learn how to create and edit architectural plans, organize layers, use dynamic blocks, insert images and external references, and prepare layouts for printing.
The course provides detailed, step-by-step instructions for installing AutoCAD—from download to initial setup—so you can start practicing without any hassle.
Yes, the course includes guided practical exercises to help you draw and edit architectural and interior plans using AutoCAD’s tools.
Yes, you’ll learn how to organize your drawings with layers in AutoCAD, making it easier to manage and edit different elements.
Yes, the course covers how to create and use dynamic blocks, which are essential for streamlining your workflow and reusing elements in your projects.