Level 2 Award in 2D Computer Aided Design (CAD)

The course offers a basic working knowledge of AutoCAD 2D software.

Each individual will have the sole use of a workstation, comprising
up-to-date computer hardware and current AutoCAD software.

The course will cover the following topics:

• Use associated IT and CAD hardware and operating system
• Use basic file management techniques and maintain health and safety requirements
• Use and identify key components of the software relating to the 2D drawing environment
• Use a range of viewing commands and set up the drawing space
• Use drawing commands to produce shapes
• Use the CAD software’s co-ordinate system to aid accurate drawing
• Use hatch, text and simple dimensioning routines
• Use basic editing commands and produce simple hard copies.