AutoCAD Certification Training in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

AutoCAD Training Course Outline:

The 30-module outline is divided into two parts:

• Modules 1-10: Cover fundamental AutoCAD concepts and skills.
• Modules 11-30: Focus on one of the four specialization tracks: AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Mechanical, AutoCAD Structural Design, or AutoCAD Architecture.

 

Part 1: Fundamental AutoCAD (Modules 1-10)

 

Module 1: Introduction to AutoCAD and Course Overview

• Overview of the course objectives, structure, and assessment.
• Introduction to the concept of computer-aided design (CAD) and its importance.
• Exploring the AutoCAD interface, ribbon, and basic commands.
• Understanding coordinate systems (Cartesian and polar).
• Setting up a drawing: units, limits, and basic settings.
• Introduction to layers, object properties, and basic drawing tools.
• Project 1: Creating a basic geometric drawing.

Module 2: Basic Drawing and Editing Tools

• Drawing basic shapes: lines, circles, arcs, rectangles, and polygons.
• Using object snaps and object tracking for precision.
• Editing objects: erase, move, copy, rotate, scale, and mirror.
• Using the trim, extend, and fillet commands.
• Creating and editing polylines.
• Project 2: Drawing a simple floor plan.

Module 3: Working with Layers and Object Properties

• Creating, naming, and managing layers.
• Assigning colors, linetypes, and line weights to layers.
• Controlling layer visibility: turning layers on/off, freezing, and
• locking.
• Changing object properties: color, layer, linetype, and lineweight.
• Matching properties between objects.
• Project 3: Organizing a drawing using layers.

Module 4: Text and Annotations

• Creating and formatting text: single-line and multiline text.
• Using text styles.
• Adding dimensions: linear, angular, radial, and diameter dimensions.
• Using dimension styles.
• Adding leaders and tables.
• Project 4: Annotating a drawing.

Module 5: Blocks and Libraries

• Understanding blocks and their advantages.
• Creating and inserting blocks.
• Editing blocks.
• Working with dynamic blocks.
• Using design centers and tool palettes.
• Project 5: Creating a library of reusable blocks.

Module 6: Hatching and Gradients

• Applying hatch patterns.
• Editing hatch patterns.
• Using gradients.
• Understanding hatch layers.
• Project 6: Adding hatching to a building section.

Module 7: Working with Layouts and Plotting

• Understanding paper space and model space.
• Creating and managing layouts.
• Creating and scaling viewports.
• Adding title blocks and borders.
• Plotting and printing drawings.
• Project 7: Preparing a drawing for plotting.

Module 8: Advanced Editing and Construction Techniques

• Using advanced editing commands: array, offset, and mirror.
• Working with parametric constraints.
• Using advanced construction techniques.
• Exploring advanced object selection methods.
• Project 8: Creating a complex geometric pattern.

Module 9: Introduction to 3D Modeling

• Understanding 3D modeling concepts.
• Creating basic 3D shapes: boxes, cylinders, and spheres.
• Visualizing 3D models.
• Editing 3D models.
• Project 9: Creating a simple 3D model of a product.

Module 10: Advanced 3D Modeling and Visualization

• Creating complex 3D models using extrude, revolve, sweep, and loft.
• Working with materials and visual styles.
• Rendering 3D models.
• Creating layouts from 3D models.
• Project 10: Creating a 3D architectural model.

 

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Part 2: Specialization Tracks (Modules 11-30)

Choose only one of the following specialization tracks:

• Track 1: AutoCAD Mechanical
• Track 2: AutoCAD Structural Design
• Track 3: AutoCAD Architecture
• Track 4: AutoCAD Electrical Design

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Track 1: AutoCAD Mechanical

Module 11: Introduction to AutoCAD Mechanical

• Understanding the AutoCAD Mechanical interface and workspace.
• Setting up drawings for mechanical design.
• Understanding mechanical design principles and standards.

Module 12: Part Design and Drafting

• Creating and editing mechanical parts.
• Working with standard parts libraries.
• Creating detailed part drawings.

Module 13: Assembly Design and Documentation

• Creating and managing assemblies.
• Creating assembly drawings.
• Generating bills of materials (BOMs).

Module 14: Dimensioning and Tolerancing

• Applying mechanical dimensioning techniques.
• Applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

Module 15: Section Views and Auxiliary Views

• Creating section views.
• Creating auxiliary views.

Module 16: Detailing and Annotation

• Adding annotations to mechanical drawings.
• Creating detailed views.

Module 17: Advanced Part Design

• Creating complex 3D parts.
• Working with advanced modeling tools.

Module 18: Advanced Assembly Design

• Creating complex assemblies.
• Simulating mechanical motion.

Module 19: Design Automation and Customization

• Automating design tasks.
• Customizing AutoCAD Mechanical.

Module 20: Project Management and Collaboration

• Managing mechanical design projects.
• Collaborating with manufacturing teams.

Modules 21-30: Advanced AutoCAD Mechanical Projects and Mechanical

Building Services Installation Layout Design

A series of complex, real-world projects that simulate designing mechanical components and assemblies for various applications (e.g., machinery, automotive, aerospace). The training also includes hands-on projects on Mechanical Building Services Installation Designs – Fresh water Supply Layout, Plumbing Layout, Soil/Waste Drainage Layouts, Ventilation/Fire-Fighting Installation Layout etc. These projects will build upon the skills learned in the previous modules and culminate in a comprehensive final project.

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Track 2: AutoCAD Structural Design

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Module 11: Introduction to AutoCAD Structural Design

• Understanding the AutoCAD interface and workspace for structural design.
• Setting up drawings for structural projects.
• Understanding structural engineering principles and standards.

Module 12: Structural Elements and Components

• Drawing structural elements: beams, columns, and walls.
• Inserting structural components: foundations, and connections.
• Working with structural shapes and sections.

Module 13: Structural Drawings and Plans

• Creating foundation plans.
• Creating framing plans.
• Creating elevation and section drawings.

Module 14: Reinforcement Detailing

• Detailing reinforced concrete structures.
• Creating rebar schedules.

Module 15: Steel Detailing

• Detailing steel structures.
• Creating connection details.

Module 16: Structural Analysis and Documentation

• Integrating AutoCAD with structural analysis software.
• Documenting structural calculations.

Module 17: Advanced Structural Modeling

• Creating complex 3D structural models.
• Working with parametric structural components.

Module 18: Advanced Structural Detailing

• Advanced techniques for detailing complex structures.
• Automating detailing tasks.

Module 19: Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Structures

• Introduction to BIM for structural engineering.
• Creating structural models in a BIM environment.

Module 20: Project Management and Collaboration

• Managing structural design projects.
• Collaborating with architects and contractors.

Modules 21-30: Advanced AutoCAD Structural Design Projects

A series of complex, real-world projects that simulate designing structural systems for various applications (e.g., buildings, bridges, infrastructure). These projects will build upon the skills learned in the previous modules and culminate in a comprehensive final project.

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Track 3: AutoCAD Architecture

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Module 11: Introduction to AutoCAD Architecture

• Understanding the AutoCAD Architecture interface and workspace.
• Setting up drawings for architectural projects.
• Understanding building design principles and standards.

Module 12: Walls, Doors, and Windows

• Creating and editing walls.
• Inserting and managing doors and windows.

Module 13: Building Elements and Components

• Creating stairs, roofs, and floors.
• Inserting architectural components.

Module 14: Architectural Drawings and Plans

• Creating floor plans.
• Creating reflected ceiling plans.
• Creating elevations and sections.

Module 15: Detailing and Annotation

• Adding annotations to architectural drawings.
• Creating detailed views.

Module 16: Schedules and Legends

• Creating door and window schedules.
• Creating room schedules.
• Creating legends and keynotes.

Module 17: 3D Architectural Modeling

• Creating 3D building models.
• Visualizing architectural designs.

Module 18: Advanced 3D Modeling and Rendering

• Advanced 3D modeling techniques.
• Rendering and visualizing architectural models.

Module 19: Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Architecture

• Introduction to BIM for architecture.
• Creating architectural models in a BIM environment.

Module 20: Project Management and Collaboration

• Managing architectural design projects.
• Collaborating with engineers and contractors.

Modules 21-30: Advanced AutoCAD Architecture Projects

A series of complex, real-world projects that simulate designing architectural projects for various applications.

• Residential Building Design
• Commercial Building Design
• Public Building Design
• Sustainable Building Design
• Historic Preservation and Renovation Design
• Urban Design Project
• Interior Design Project
• Landscape Design Project
• Adaptive Reuse Project
• Comprehensive Architectural Design Project.

These projects will build upon the skills learned in the previous modules and culminate in a comprehensive final project.

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Track 4: AutoCAD Electrical Design

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Module 11: Introduction to Electrical Building Services & AutoCAD

• Overview of electrical building services systems (power distribution,
• lighting, earthing, etc.).
• Introduction to AutoCAD interface, commands, and navigation.
• Setting up a project in AutoCAD (units, layers, templates).
• Basic drawing and editing tools (lines, arcs, circles, etc.).

Module 12: Electrical Symbols and Legends

• Standard electrical symbols and their interpretation (IEC, NEC, or
• relevant local standards).
• Creating and managing electrical symbols in AutoCAD (block creation,
• attribute definition).
• Developing comprehensive legends for electrical drawings.
• Hands-on: Creating a library of electrical symbols for future use.

Module 13: Lighting Design Fundamentals

• Principles of lighting design (illumination levels, light distribution, glare control).
• Types of light sources and luminaires.
• Lighting calculations (lumen method, point-to-point method – if applicable).
• Hands-on: Designing the lighting layout for a small office space.

Module 14: Lighting Layout Design in AutoCAD

• Placing and annotating lighting fixtures in AutoCAD.
• Creating lighting circuits and wiring diagrams.
• Generating lighting schedules and quantity take-offs.
• Hands-on: Developing a complete lighting layout for the office space project.

Module 15: Power Distribution System Design

• Understanding single-phase and three-phase power systems.
• Calculating electrical loads and determining cable sizes.
• Selecting protective devices (circuit breakers, fuses).
• Hands-on: Designing the power distribution system for the office space project.

Module 16: Power Layout Design in AutoCAD

• Placing and annotating power outlets and equipment in AutoCAD.
• Creating power circuits and wiring diagrams.
• Generating power schedules and single-line diagrams.
• Hands-on: Developing a complete power layout for the office space project.

Module 17: Earthing and Bonding Systems

• Importance of earthing and bonding for safety.
• Types of earthing systems (TT, TN, IT).
• Designing earthing and bonding layouts.
• Hands-on: Designing the earthing system for the office space project.

Module 18: Earthing Layout Design in AutoCAD

• Placing and annotating earthing components in AutoCAD.
• Creating earthing and bonding diagrams.
• Hands-on: Developing a complete earthing layout for the office space project.

Module 19: Fire Alarm Systems Design

• Types of fire alarm systems (conventional, addressable).
• Designing fire alarm layouts (detectors, sounders, control panels).
• Hands-on: Designing a fire alarm system for a  building.

Module 20: Fire Alarm Layout Design in AutoCAD

• Placing and annotating fire alarm devices in AutoCAD.
• Creating fire alarm circuits and wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on: Developing a complete fire alarm layout for the  building project.

Module 21: Security Systems Design

• Types of security systems (CCTV, access control, intrusion detection).
• Designing security system layouts.
• Hands-on: Designing a CCTV system for the building project.

Module 22: Security Layout Design in AutoCAD

• Placing and annotating security devices in AutoCAD.
• Creating security system diagrams.
• Hands-on: Developing a complete CCTV layout for the  building project.

*Module 23: Data and Communication Systems Design*

– Designing data and communication network layouts.

– Selecting cabling and network equipment.

– Hands-on: Designing a data network for the building project.

Module 24: Data and Communication Layout Design in AutoCAD

• Placing and annotating data outlets and equipment in AutoCAD.
• Creating network diagrams.
• Hands-on: Developing a complete data and communication layout for the building project.

Module 25: Building Management Systems (BMS)

• Overview of BMS functionality and applications.
• Integrating electrical systems with BMS.
• Hands-on: Conceptualizing a BMS integration strategy for the building projects.

Module 26: Electrical Schematics and Wiring Diagrams

• Creating single-line diagrams and schematic diagrams.
• Developing wiring diagrams for electrical circuits.
• Hands-on: Creating schematics and wiring diagrams for the project systems.

Module 27: Cable Routing and Tray Systems

• Designing cable routes and tray layouts.
• Calculating cable fill capacity.
• Hands-on: Designing cable trays and routing for the project.

Module 28: Electrical Panel Schedules and Load Calculations

• Creating panel schedules and load calculations.
• Ensuring compliance with electrical codes.
• Hands-on: Developing panel schedules for the project.

Module 29: Bill of Quantities (BOQ), Cost Estimation, Project Documentation and Presentation

• Generating BOQs from AutoCAD drawings.
• Estimating material and labor costs.
• Preparing complete electrical drawing packages.
• Creating project reports and presentations.
• Hands-on A: Preparing a BOQ for the project.
• Hands-on B: Compiling the final project documentation.

Module 30: Electrical Codes and Standards (IEC/NEC/Local) and Sustainable Electrical Design

• In-depth study of relevant electrical codes and standards.
• Applying codes and standards to design projects.
• Case studies of code compliance.
• Energy-efficient lighting and power systems.
• Renewable energy integration.
• Hands-on: Incorporating sustainable design principles into the project.

This AutoCAD Electrical Track outline moves from fundamental AutoCAD skills and core electrical building services (power, lighting) to specialized areas like fire alarms, security, and data networks. Later modules cover advanced topics such as Building Management Systems (BMS), cable management, cost estimation, adherence to electrical codes, and sustainable design. The program culminates in an exploration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and the creation of a comprehensive final project and professional portfolio, preparing you for a career in electrical building services design.

 

Enroll for.

Physical (Onsite) Classes at our Hub (Office):

Rivers State (Port Harcourt)*: Wedigraf Tech Hub, 2 Chief Ejims Street, off Old Aba Road, Rumuomasi, Port Harcourt

Enquiries: WhatsApp/Call: 07061773925