Online Self-Paced Training: AutoCAD 2026 Fundamentals
The objective of this fundamentals series is to enable you to design, modify, and effectively organize 2D drawings using AutoCAD® 2026. This content is broken down into five focused learning paths. You will start by mastering foundational drawing and editing techniques, progress through drawing organization and layouts, and advance to parametric constraints, custom annotation styles, and complex external reference management. Each learning path concludes with practical, hands-on projects designed to give you real-world experience with the software.
- How much is it?
- $895 (included is a 3 month AutoCAD license to use the software on your computer – a retail value of $780)
- What’s included?
- Multimodal, hands-on learning format – Interactive learning with text, audio, video walkthroughs, exercises and review questions for increased learning retention
- Certificate of Completion from an AutoDesk Authorized Training Center
- Receive a minimum of 70% at the end of the course to receive a Certificate of Completion.
- 3-month AutoCAD license to use the software from your computer (a retail value of $780)
- Help on Course Content or Software Set-Up is available via Email and Phone. Our support consists of active, industry users of the tool.
- How does it work:
- Purchase the course
- Within 24-48hrs, you’ll receive an email with instructions and a link to create an account and download the AutoCAD Software. We will assign you a license to use the software that is good for 3 months. This will be for your hands on exercises. You will receive another link to our Training Portal to access the course.
- The course is broken into 5 modules (101, 102, 103, 104, & 105). Each has its own lessons, activities, and quizzes.
- You have 3 months to complete the course. If 3 months have passed and you still need more time, contact us for an extension at $100/mo.
- Receive a minimum of 70% at the end of the course and you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
The Spectrum Solutions Difference
- Our course includes the software license. Some other online courses do not include licenses to use the CAD software which will incur additional charges on the user's end.
- We give users the flexibility of 3 months with course. Other providers generally offer 1 month.
- Our curriculum is training material that is authorized by Autodesk. We are also an AutoDesk Authorized Training Center.
- Users receive support from active, industry experienced users of the software.
- Users will receive a Certificate of Completion upon completion of the course.
Topics Covered: Fundamentals Learning Paths (101-105)
- 101: AutoCAD Basic Drawing and Editing
- Starting the AutoCAD application and mastering the user interface.
- Creating basic 2D objects using basic drawing commands (lines, rectangles, arcs, polygons).
- Using precision drawing tools for accurate object positioning.
- Modifying and editing drawings (moving, duplicating, rotating, scaling, and changing shape/size).
- 102: Organizing and Analyzing AutoCAD Drawings
- Locating and positioning objects using absolute, relative, and polar coordinate entries.
- Organizing drawing geometry using layers.
- Setting up drawing templates to establish standardized company or project rules.
- Customizing and saving workspaces to match your production needs.
- Analyzing object properties and measurements to make quick modifications.
- 103: Blocks and Layouts
- Creating, inserting, and manipulating simple and dynamic blocks.
- Building custom Tool Palettes to efficiently store and deploy blocks.
- Working within paper space layouts to create viewports, apply layer overrides, adjust annotative scales, and clip viewports.
- Configuring custom print settings and plotting layouts.
- Applying geometric and dimensional parametric constraints to control 2D geometry.
- 104: Annotating Drawings
- Setting up and controlling annotation scales.
- Creating, formatting, and editing multiline text.
- Designing and calculating data within tables using blocks, fields, and formulas.
- Applying hatch patterns to closed drawing areas.
- Adding smart dimensions and establishing custom annotation styles (text, dimensions, and multileaders).
- 105: External References
- Attaching reference files (DWG, images, DWF, DGN, and PDF) into a host drawing.
- Managing external references by detaching, unloading, reloading, comparing, and binding.
- Controlling reference types (attachments vs. overlays), clipping boundaries, and managing reference layers.
Prerequisites & System Compatibility
- Operating System: This content is strictly designed for the AutoCAD 2026 software running on a Windows operating system. It is not designed for, and does not apply to, AutoCAD for Mac or Google Chromebook.
- A working knowledge of basic design/drafting procedures and terminology.
- A working knowledge of your operating system.
- Dual Monitors are recommended
- Course material includes access to hands-on practice files.
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FAQs/ Product Points
How much is the course?
$895
When can I start the course?
24-48hrs after you purchase the course.
How much time do I have to complete this course?
You will have 3 months to complete the course at your pace.
What if I need more time to complete the course?
If you need more time when the included 3 month free AutoCAD license expires, contact us to extend it for $100/mo.
Will I be able to retake the quizzes?
Yes