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CAD Courses

CAD courses can help you learn 2D and 3D modeling, technical drawing, and design visualization. You can build skills in creating detailed schematics, understanding material properties, and applying design principles to various projects. Many courses introduce tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and SketchUp, that support drafting and prototyping in fields such as architecture, engineering, and product design. By mastering these tools, you can effectively communicate your ideas and bring your designs to life.

Popular CAD Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    BIM Fundamentals: Smarter Building Design & Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Document Management, Engineering Documentation, Building Design, Architectural Drawing, Project Coordination, Computer-Aided Design, Digital Transformation, Architectural Design, Collaboration, Information Management, Data Modeling, Coordination, Data Visualization

    4 stars, 23 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • I

    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    Computer Aided Design

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Engineering Drawings, Prototyping, Computer Graphic Techniques

    4.1 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Design & Draft Architectural Plans Using AutoCAD

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, AutoCAD, Architectural Design, Building Design, Technical Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Computer-Aided Design, Conceptual Design, Diagram Design, Functional Design, Cost Estimation

    4.5 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Introduction to Engineering Design

    Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Software, Ideation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Conceptual Design, Creativity, Problem Solving, Prototyping, Innovation, Analytical Skills, Automation, Emerging Technologies

    4.9 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    Product Development using AutoCAD

    Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Design Software, Product Design, Product Development, Technical Drawing, Design

    4.5 stars, 171 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (171) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Design Computing: 3D Modeling in Rhinoceros with Python/Rhinoscript

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Design Software, 3D Modeling, Computational Logic, Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Animations, Scripting, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages

    4.9 stars, 103 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (103) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Engineering

    4.8 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (50) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Digital Manufacturing: Introduction and Smart Design

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Computer-Aided Design, Automation, Internet Of Things, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Operations, Engineering Analysis, Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing, Simulation and Simulation Software, Network Infrastructure, Finite Element Methods, AI Integrations, Cloud Computing

    4.5 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    BIM Application for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Cost Estimation

    4.7 stars, 533 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (533) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Create Professional 3D Product Models

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk Maya, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Adobe Photoshop

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Alaska Fairbanks

    Unmanned Aerial Systems: Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, 3D Modeling, Real Time Data, Logistics, Human Factors, Object-Relational Mapping

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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    National Taiwan University

    CAD/BIM技術與應用

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Engineering Drawings, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Drafting and Engineering Design, Technical Drawing, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Diagram Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Construction Estimating, Engineering Management, 3D Assets, Blueprint Reading, Civil Engineering, Innovation, Engineering Practices, Construction

    4.7 stars, 361 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (361) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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