CAD/BIM Certificate Program (Self-Paced)

CAD/BIM Certificate Program Overview

What You Will Learn

The CAD/BIM Certificate Program is a structured, self-paced training course designed to provide in-depth expertise in both Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) using industry-leading software: AutoCAD and Revit. This program offers a comprehensive curriculum that equips students with essential technical skills for creating, managing, and documenting 2D and 3D models used in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries. With a strong emphasis on practical application, students will develop a thorough understanding of digital design workflows, drafting precision, and collaborative project coordination.

By completing this program, you will:

• Gain mastery in both AutoCAD and Revit, the industry’s leading software for drafting and modeling.
• Learn to create and manage detailed 2D technical drawings and 3D building models.
• Develop professional construction documentation that meets industry standards.
• Understand how CAD and BIM improve efficiency, accuracy, and coordination in design projects.
• Explore techniques for parametric modeling, advanced annotation, and project visualization.
• Utilize BIM collaboration tools, worksharing, and phasing for seamless team integration.
• Generate schedules, quantity take-offs, and material estimations for project planning.
• Tailor your expertise with specialization options in Revit MEP, Revit Structure, or AutoCAD Construction Documents.

Benefits of the CAD/BIM Certificate Program

The CAD/BIM Certificate Program provides a hands-on, industry-aligned learning experience designed to prepare students for professional roles in drafting, design, and project coordination.

• Flexible Learning Model: Study at your own pace while following structured coursework with expert guidance.
• Real-World Project Experience: Apply learned skills to real industry scenarios with hands-on assignments.
• Expert-Led Instruction: Receive feedback and mentorship from experienced professionals in CAD and BIM.
• Professional Construction Documentation: Gain the ability to produce high-quality, industry-standard drawings and models.
• Recognized Certificate: Earn a verified digital credential upon program completion to showcase your expertise.
• Software Access: Work with AutoCAD and Revit to develop hands-on proficiency with cutting-edge tools.
• Elective Specializations: Customize your training by selecting elective courses in specialized CAD/BIM fields.

Course Lessons and Projects

Course 1: Introduction to AutoCAD

Establish foundational drafting skills and best practices using AutoCAD.

• Navigating the AutoCAD interface and essential tools.
• Creating and modifying basic geometric drawings.
• Understanding layers, line types, and annotation elements.
• Organizing drawings efficiently using templates and standards.
• Project: Develop a simple technical drawing using best practices.

Course 2: Intermediate AutoCAD

Expand your skills by working with multi-sheet projects and construction documents.

• Creating detailed technical drawings with multiple views.
• Utilizing external references (XREFs) for collaborative work.
• Managing advanced annotation, dimensions, and text.
• Refining layer management and file organization for efficiency.
• Project: Produce a complete multi-sheet construction document set.

Course 3: AutoCAD Construction Documents I

Develop expertise in generating professional construction documentation.

• Setting up title blocks and document templates.
• Drafting detailed plans, including floor and foundation layouts.
• Understanding sheet setup, plotting configurations, and CAD standards.
• Managing keynotes, callouts, and annotation consistency.
• Project: Create a complete set of construction documents.

Course 4: AutoCAD Construction Documents II

Advance your knowledge with site plans, elevations, and sections.

• Developing detailed site plans and integrating topographic data.
• Drafting and annotating building elevations and cross-sections.
• Applying dimensioning techniques for accurate project documentation.
• Refining plotting settings for high-quality output.
• Project: Create an advanced multi-sheet construction document package.

Course 5: Introduction to Revit

Learn the fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM) using Revit.

• Understanding the Revit workspace and navigation.
• Creating and modifying essential architectural elements.
• Managing levels, grids, and project views.
• Utilizing annotation tools and sheet organization.
• Project: Develop a small-scale residential BIM model with documentation.

Course 6: Intermediate Revit

Expand your modeling and documentation skills in Revit for complex projects.

• Developing multi-story building models and linked files.
• Utilizing worksharing, phasing, and collaboration tools.
• Creating detailed schedules, material take-offs, and cost estimates.
• Implementing structural components within BIM models.
• Project: Model and document a commercial office building.

Course 7: BIM Construction Documents I

Refine construction documentation techniques within the BIM workflow.

• Developing title blocks, project templates, and annotation settings.
• Creating comprehensive floor plans, elevations, and section views.
• Using tags, schedules, and keynotes for accurate data management.
• Managing sheet layouts and plotting configurations.
• Project: Compile a construction document set for a commercial project.

Course 8: BIM Construction Documents II

Advance your documentation and detailing skills for large-scale BIM projects.

• Creating detailed wall sections, site plans, and construction elements.
• Utilizing filters, templates, and visibility settings for clarity.
• Refining multi-disciplinary workflows with linked models.
• Implementing advanced annotation techniques and project data management.
• Project: Generate a coordinated construction document package for a high-rise building.

Capstone Project (60 Hours)

Apply all skills learned throughout the program in a real-world scenario.

• Develop a fully detailed project from concept to documentation.
• Incorporate BIM and CAD elements to demonstrate mastery of tools.
• Receive detailed feedback from an industry expert.
• Showcase project work as part of your professional portfolio.

Who Should Take This Course?

This program is designed for individuals seeking to develop expertise in both CAD and BIM, whether they are entering the field, upskilling, or transitioning careers. Ideal candidates include:

• Career Changers: Professionals shifting into the AEC industry who need hands-on training in digital drafting and modeling.
• Students & Graduates: Those looking to supplement their education with practical, industry-aligned training in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Construction Professionals: Site managers, contractors, and project coordinators aiming to integrate CAD and BIM into their workflows.
• Architectural & Engineering Technicians: Individuals seeking to strengthen their technical drawing and modeling capabilities.
• Self-Taught CAD/BIM Users: Those who have experience with AutoCAD or Revit but require structured training to fully develop their expertise.

Industry Demand & Career Outlook

Professionals with expertise in both AutoCAD and Revit are in high demand across the AEC industry. The ability to produce precise digital drawings and collaborate within BIM environments is essential for modern design and construction workflows.

• Architectural Drafter: Uses CAD/BIM to create technical drawings, elevations, and sections.
• Structural BIM Technician: Develops detailed structural models and integrates them into coordinated BIM projects.
• Construction Project Coordinator: Uses digital workflows for scheduling, site coordination, and documentation.
• BIM Modeler: Creates, manages, and refines 3D models for architectural and engineering applications.
• Facility Manager: Maintains as-built BIM models for space planning and renovation projects.

By mastering AutoCAD and Revit, graduates of this program gain the competitive edge needed to secure high-demand roles in drafting, modeling, and construction documentation.