Essential CAD Skills: Hands-On 1 Day Workshop in Boston, MA

Schedule

Mon Mar 30 2026 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Regus - Boston - Federal Street | Boston, MA

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Start your design journey—learn to draft, model, and visualize technical designs with industry-standard CAD tools in one day.
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Duration: 1 Full Day (8 Hours)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs/Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, Snacks and beverages will be provided during the session



Course Overview:

This CAD Basics course offers a practical introduction to computer-aided design, focusing on the essential tools and techniques used to create professional 2D drawings and basic 3D models. Through guided, hands-on practice with industry-standard CAD software, participants learn how to turn ideas into accurate technical designs and communicate them clearly.

The course emphasizes real-world drafting workflows, helping beginners understand how CAD is used across engineering, architecture, and product design. By the end of the session, you’ll feel confident creating, visualizing, and presenting technical designs with precision.


Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the core features and workflow of CAD software
  • Create accurate 2D drawings using essential drafting tools
  • Build and modify basic 3D models for design visualization
  • Apply standard dimensioning and annotation techniques
  • View and present designs using multiple layouts and rendering styles
  • Develop the confidence to progress into advanced CAD drafting and modeling

Who Can Attend?
  • Engineering students
  • Product designers
  • Technical and design professionals.

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Why Choose This Course?

Strong CAD skills are essential in today’s technical and design-driven roles. This course provides a solid foundation for beginners who want to design with accuracy and confidence. With hands-on learning, expert guidance, and practical examples, you’ll gain skills that can be applied immediately in academic, professional, or project-based environments. It’s the ideal starting point for anyone looking to move from concepts to clear, executable designs.

Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:


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Agenda
Module 1: Introduction to CAD

Info: • Overview of CAD and its applications
• Interface navigation and file management
• Coordinate systems and units setup
• Activity


Module 2: 2D Drafting Essentials

Info: • Drawing basic shapes and lines
• Creating geometric constraints
• Using layers and object properties
• Activity


Module 3: Dimensioning & Annotations

Info: • Applying accurate dimensions
• Text and labeling techniques
• Standards for engineering drawings
• Case Study


Module 4: Introduction to 3D Modeling

Info: • Transitioning from 2D to 3D
• Creating basic 3D shapes and extrusions
• Modifying and editing solid models
• Activity


Module 5: Design Visualization

Info: • Rendering and view manipulation
• Visual styles and shading
• Creating orthographic and isometric views
• Activity


Module 6: Design Drafting Best Practices

Info: • Use of templates and blocks
• Standardizing drawing elements
• Organizing layers and line weights
• Case Study


Module 7: Hands-on Mini Project

Info: • Create a 2D draft and 3D model from a given brief
• Apply dimensioning and standards
• Present the final model with views
• Activity


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Regus - Boston - Federal Street, 101 Federal Street#Suite 1900, Boston, United States

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