CAD – Architectural Structure

Introduction

AutoCAD is a powerful Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software widely used by architects, engineers, and design professionals for creating precise 2D drawings and architectural plans. It enables users to draft, design, and document building layouts with accuracy and efficiency.

The CAD Architectural Structure Professional Certification program at Excellence Design is designed to provide in-depth training in architectural drafting, layout planning, and construction documentation using industry-standard CAD workflows.

This course focuses on real-world residential and commercial projects to prepare students for practical site execution and architectural design roles in the modern construction and design industry.

🎯 Scope of Course

CAD Fundamentals: Build a solid foundation by understanding CAD concepts, tools, and their role in modern architectural and structural design workflows.

Introduction to Architectural Drafting: Learn technical drawing standards, scales, units, symbols, and industry practices used in architectural planning.

AutoCAD Interface & Setup: Understand the AutoCAD workspace, coordinate system, layers, units, and professional project setup.

Drawing & Editing Tools: Master essential drawing, modification, and precision tools to create accurate and efficient designs.

2D Architectural Drafting: Develop detailed architectural drawings including building layouts, room planning, and space utilization.

Floor Plan Design: Create residential and commercial floor plans with proper dimensions, wall thickness, openings, and layout accuracy.

Elevation & Section Drawing: Generate front elevations and sectional views to clearly represent building design and structure.

Dimensioning & Annotation: Apply professional dimensions, text styles, symbols, and annotations as per industry standards.

Layout & Plotting: Prepare sheet layouts, viewports, title blocks, and print-ready drawings for presentation and submission.

Structural Drafting Basics: Understand basic structural concepts and prepare engineering drawings using CAD.

Column & Beam Layout: Design structural frameworks with accurate column placement and beam connections.

Footing & Foundation Plans: Draft foundation layouts and footing details based on basic structural principles.

Basic RCC Detailing

Learn reinforcement detailing concepts for slabs, beams, and columns used in construction drawings.

Working Drawings

Create complete construction drawings used for on-site execution and coordination.

Project-Based Training

Work on real-world residential and commercial projects to gain practical exposure.

Portfolio Development

Build a complete CAD project to showcase your skills for job opportunities in architecture and construction industries.

Career Prospects / Job Roles

CAD Architectural professionals are highly in demand in architectural firms, construction companies, engineering consultancies, and real estate development projects.