Week 1: 2D Drafting Fundamentals (Days 1–7)

📍 Day 1 – Introduction to CAD

• What is CAD? History and Applications
• Types: 2D vs 3D CAD
• Popular tools: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, SketchUp
• Interface walkthrough (AutoCAD recommended)

📍 Day 2 – Basic Drawing Commands

• Line, Circle, Rectangle, Arc, Polygon
• Coordinates: Absolute, Relative, Polar
• Units and limits setup

📍 Day 3 – Modifying Objects

• Move, Copy, Rotate, Mirror, Scale, Trim, Extend
• Object Snap (OSNAP), Grid, Ortho mode

📍 Day 4 – Layers, Linetypes & Properties

• Creating and managing layers
• Changing color, line thickness
• Layer properties manager

📍 Day 5 – Text & Dimensioning

• Adding single-line & multiline text
• Types of dimensions: linear, aligned, radius
• Leaders and dimension styles

📍 Day 6 – Object Grouping & Blocks

• Grouping and ungrouping
• Creating blocks and inserting them
• Dynamic blocks (intro)

📍 Day 7 – 2D Project

• Design a simple floor plan or mechanical part
• Apply all tools from Days 1–6

Week 2: 3D Modeling & Advanced Tools (Days 8–14)

📍 Day 8 – Intro to 3D CAD

• Difference between 2D and 3D design
• Navigation in 3D workspace
• Isometric drawings

📍 Day 9 – Creating 3D Models

• Basic 3D shapes: Box, Cylinder, Sphere, Cone
• Extrude, Revolve, Sweep, Loft

📍 Day 10 – Solid Editing

• Union, Subtract, Intersect
• Fillet and Chamfer 3D edges
• Shell and slice operations

📍 Day 11 – 3D Modify Tools

• Rotate 3D, Move, Align
• 3D array and mirror
• Gizmos and ViewCube usage

📍 Day 12 – Advanced Modeling (Fusion 360 / SolidWorks optional)

• Parametric design
• Assemblies & constraints
• Sketching for mechanical parts

📍 Day 13 – Visualization & Rendering

• Applying materials and textures
• Basic lighting setup
• Render and output image

📍 Day 14 – 3D Mini Project

• Create a 3D object like a mechanical component, chair, or gear
• Apply textures and render

Week 3: Applications, Standards & Final Project (Days 15–21)

📍 Day 15 – CAD in Architecture

• Architectural symbols
• Floor plan, elevation, section views
• Hatch, blocks, and site layout

📍 Day 16 – CAD in Mechanical Design

• Gears, shafts, assembly drawings
• Tolerance, fit, and symbols
• BOM (Bill of Materials) basics

📍 Day 17 – Printing & Plotting

• Page setup, layout, and title block
• Plot styles, scale setting
• Exporting to PDF/DXF

📍 Day 18 – File Types & Project Management

• File formats: .dwg, .dxf, .stl
• File versioning and naming
• Cloud collaboration tools (e.g., AutoCAD Web, Fusion 360 Cloud)

📍 Day 19 – Final Project Plan

Choose 1:

• House layout with furniture (Architecture)
• Engine piston assembly (Mechanical)
• Product prototype (3D printed design)

📍 Day 20 – Final Project Execution

• Draw, edit, annotate, and render project
• Review for errors and improvements

📍 Day 21 – Presentation & Portfolio Building

• Create a clean portfolio PDF
• Add screenshots, description, title block
• Tips for internships and freelance CAD work

🧰 Tools & Software You Can Use:

• AutoCAD (2D + 3D)
• Fusion 360 (Cloud-based 3D CAD/CAM/CAE)
• SolidWorks (Best for mechanical)
• SketchUp (for architectural designs)
• TinkerCAD (beginner-friendly online 3D CAD)

🎓 After This Course:

• Build a design portfolio (PDF or Behance)
• Prepare for AutoDesk Certified User/Professional
• Explore paths: CAD Technician, 3D Modeler, Architect, Mechanical Designer