Professional Certificate in 2D AutoCAD with Architectural Drafting

Program Overview

Professional Certificate in 2D AutoCAD with Architectural Drafting

Overview

This introductory course aims to equip candidates with the basic understanding and principles of the 2D drawing environment in terms of hardware, software, and physical surroundings.

Course Details

Course Content

• Architectural Drafting (using pencil and ink)
  • Drawing equipment
  • Scale
  • Architectural drawing techniques
  • Line weights and line types
  • Architectural drawings (A series of two-dimensional architectural drawings: plans, elevations, sections denoting materials, finishes, and textures – Pencil on A2 Cartridge paper)
  • 3-D Architectural drawing techniques (Axonometric View – Pencil on Cartridge paper)
  • 3-D Architectural drawing techniques (Isometric View – Pencil on Cartridge paper)
  • Perspective drawings
  • Survey – measurement and drawings
  • Visual presentation of Architectural design and Written presentation of Architectural design
• 2D CAD
  • Introduction to Cad Environment and Default Settings
  • Panning, Zooming, and Crossing windows
  • Simple Geometry
  • Paper / Model Space/ Introduction to Printing
  • Plans, sections, and elevations
  • Snapping and Coordinates
  • Fillet and Chamfer
  • Moving and Scaling
  • Blocks
  • Text and Dimensions
  • Hatching
  • Line weights and Plot styles
  • Layouts and drawing conventions
  • Scale and Viewports
  • Stairs

Timetables

This course is scheduled to commence on Wednesday 22nd October at Griffith College Dublin Main Campus.

This part-time evening course will run one Wednesday evening per week, over 13 weeks, from 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm; course dates outlined below.

Year 2025

• Oct: 22, 29
• Nov: 05, 12, 19, 26
• Dec: 03, 10, 17
• Jan: 07, 14, 21, 28

How to Apply

Entry Requirements

• Proficient in the use of MS Applications & File Management.
• This course is delivered through AutoCAD for Windows. Learners are advised that they will need access to either a PC or a laptop with a Microsoft Windows operating system on which they can install a student copy of AutoCAD which will be made available to all participants of the course.
• It is recommended that applicants have a good understanding of both written and spoken English.

Applicants under 23 years of age:

• 5 O6/H7 grades in the Irish Leaving Certificate or equivalent award or FETAC Level 5 Full Award.

Applicants over 23 years of age (Matures students):

• If you are over 23 years from the 1st of January of this year, you can apply for this course directly using the College’s online application form.

Fees

• Study Mode: Part-Time
• Fee: EUR 1,190.00
• Flexible Payment Options

Students wishing to avail of an instalment plan should contact the College.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Course Content:
• Architectural Drafting (using pencil and ink)
• Drawing equipment
• Scale
• Architectural drawing techniques
• Line weights and line types
• Architectural drawings (A series of two-dimensional architectural drawings: plans, elevations, sections denoting materials, finishes and textures – Pencil on A2 Cartridge paper)
• 3-D Architectural drawing techniques (Axonometric View – Pencil on Cartridge paper)
• 3-D Architectural drawing techniques (Isometric View – Pencil on Cartridge paper)
• Perspective drawings
• Survey – measurement and drawings
• Visual presentation of Architectural design and Written presentation of Architectural design
• 2D CAD
• Introduction to Cad Environment and Default Settings
• Panning, Zooming and Crossing windows
• Simple Geometry
• Paper / Model Space/ Introduction to Printing
• Plans, sections and elevations
• Snapping and Coordinates
• Fillet and Chamfer
• Moving and Scaling
• Blocks
• Text and Dimensions
• Hatching
• Line weights and Plot styles
• Layouts and drawing conventions
• Scale and Viewports
• Stairs

Other:

• Software used: AutoCAD
• Duration: 2 Saturdays and 8 weeks
• Mode: Part-Time
• Campus: Dublin Main Campus
• Intake Dates:
• Dublin - Part-Time - October 2024
• Dublin - Part-Time - February 2025
• This course focuses on the development of professional skills in 2D drawing using AutoCAD.
• It is not aligned with the national framework but draws from Griffith College's QQI-validated programmes.
• Students will learn the necessary techniques to produce and edit drawings of medium complexity and prepare drawings for output.
• This course is a perfect foundation for students who wish to progress in the workplace.
• Option to further your studies by progressing onto the Professional Certificate in Advanced 2D AutoCAD with SketchUp course.
• Contact professionalacademy@griffith.ie
• Call 01 415 0429