2-Month Program · Civil Drafting & Site Layouts
AutoCAD — Civil / 2D Design
16 hands-on modules · 12 tools & platforms · 60+ hours of training · Site plans, layouts and 2D construction drawings — the entry point for civil drafting roles. Covers civil drafting standards, site & building layouts, sections and plotting, built around real site drawings from day one.
Who this course is for
Built for diploma/degree civil engineering students, ITI candidates and working professionals who want dedicated, focused training on AutoCAD for civil drafting — no prior CAD experience required.
By the end you'll draft accurate 2D site plans and layouts, apply correct civil dimensioning and drafting standards, build building and utility layout drawings, and produce complete, print-ready construction drawing sets the way a design office expects.
1Program structure
Three phases over 8 weeks — from AutoCAD fundamentals and precision drafting, through site & layout drawings, to construction drawings and plotting.
| Phase | Modules | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 — AutoCAD Fundamentals & Civil Drafting Basics | 01–05 | The AutoCAD interface, drawing setup, and precise 2D drafting of site boundaries & plots |
| Phase 2 — Site Planning, Layouts & Detailing | 06–11 | Dimensioning standards, contours & levels, site plans and building layout drawings |
| Phase 3 — Construction Drawings, Plotting & Sheet Sets | 12–16 | Road/drainage layouts, construction drawings, layouts/viewports and plotting a complete sheet set |
2Full curriculum — all 16 modules
Click any phase to expand its modules, or open a module directly for a detailed description.
Phase 1AutoCAD Fundamentals & Civil Drafting BasicsModules 01–05The AutoCAD interface, drawing setup, and precise 2D drafting of site boundaries & plots+
01Introduction to AutoCAD & the Interface+
Getting comfortable with the AutoCAD workspace — ribbon, command line and workflow you'll use in every module.
02Drawing Setup: Units, Layers & Templates (Civil Standards)+
Setting up drawing units and scale for site work, organizing drawings with civil-standard layers, and starting from proper templates.
03Basic Draw & Modify Commands+
Core drawing tools (line, polyline, rectangle, arc) and modify commands (trim, offset, fillet, array) used in every site drawing.
04Precision Drafting: Object Snaps & Coordinate Systems+
Drafting to exact size with object snaps, polar tracking and absolute/relative coordinate entry — essential for plot boundaries.
05Drafting Site Boundaries & Plot Layouts+
Drawing a plot boundary to scale with correct orientation, north arrow and basic site geometry from a survey reference.
Phase 2Site Planning, Layouts & DetailingModules 06–11Dimensioning standards, contours & levels, site plans and building layout drawings+
06Dimensioning Standards for Civil Drawings+
Linear, angular and chained dimensioning applied to plot lines, setbacks and building footprints the way a design office expects.
07Annotative Text, Styles & Tables+
Text styles, leaders, notes and tables that keep a site drawing readable and consistent at any scale.
08Contours, Levels & Grading Basics+
Reading and drafting contour lines, spot levels and basic grading information on a site plan.
09Site Plans & Layout Drawings+
Drafting a complete site plan showing plot boundary, access, orientation and proposed structures.
10Building Layout & Setback Drawings+
Placing a building footprint on a plot with correct setbacks, margins and boundary clearances.
11Blocks, Attributes & Civil Symbol Libraries+
Building reusable blocks with attributes for north arrows, manholes, trees and standard civil symbols.
Phase 3Construction Drawings, Plotting & Sheet SetsModules 12–16Road/drainage layouts, construction drawings, layouts/viewports and plotting a complete sheet set+
12Road, Drainage & Utility Layout Drawings+
Drafting road alignments, drainage lines and utility layouts that tie into the overall site plan.
13Construction Drawings: Sections & Details+
Creating section drawings and construction details with correct hatching and callouts.
14Working with Layouts, Viewports & Title Blocks+
Setting up paper space layouts, scaled viewports and a professional, reusable title block.
15Plotting, Printing & Sheet Set Management+
Configuring plot styles and page setups, and managing a multi-sheet drawing set for output.
16Capstone: Complete Site Layout & Construction Drawing Set+
Producing a full, print-ready site & construction drawing package — layout, sections, details and title block.
312 tools & platforms you'll use
Everything is taught on real, industry-standard AutoCAD tools you'll use later on the job — not simulations. Swipe or use the arrows to browse every category.
4How each module is taught
Every module follows the same practical, real-drawing lens, so you always know what to expect in class.
Concept Walkthrough
Trainer explains the concept with a real site plan or layout scenario first, then the command or standard.
Live Along
You build the same drawing, dimension set or layout detail step by step, right alongside the trainer.
Hands-on Exercise
An independent task applying the concept to a new site or layout problem.
Doubt Clearing
One-on-one help for anyone stuck, before the class moves to the next module.
Weekly Assessment
A short practical AutoCAD test every week so gaps are caught early, not at the end.
5Projects & portfolio
Four practical, portfolio-ready drawing projects across the full syllabus — the kind of work you'll show in interviews.
- Project 1. 2D site plan with plot boundary and building layout, fully dimensioned
- Project 2. Detailed layout drawing applying setbacks, contours and levels
- Project 3. Road, drainage and utility layout drawing for a site
- Project 4. Capstone: complete construction drawing set with sections, sheet layout, and title block
6Assessment & certification
Weekly practical assessments covering drafting commands, dimensioning and site layout detailing, with instructor review and feedback.
Final practical exam across all three phases, plus the capstone project used as your demonstrable, portfolio-ready proof of skill.
Certificate of completion, plus resume and drawing portfolio support through our 100% Placement Assist program.
7Quick answers
Do I need any prior drawing or engineering background?
No. Basic familiarity with site plans is helpful but not required — every drafting concept, from lines to layout detailing, is taught from the ground up.
Do I need my own laptop with AutoCAD installed?
A laptop with AutoCAD is strongly recommended since you'll be practicing daily and building a portfolio, but institute computers with AutoCAD are also available in class.
Will I actually draft real site plans, or is it mostly theory?
You'll draft real site and layout drawings from week one. Every module includes hands-on practice on real or realistic civil drawings, ending in a full construction drawing capstone.
Is this course only about site plans, or does it cover construction drawings too?
This course covers the full 2D civil drafting workflow — site plans, layouts, contours, sections and construction drawings. In-depth structural or road design is covered in our advanced civil design tracks.
Are classes online, offline, or both?
Both. Offline batches run at our Alpha-1, Greater Noida campus; online live batches follow the same curriculum with the same trainers. Morning, evening and weekend timings are available.
What can I do after completing this course?
You'll be ready for CAD draftsman, civil design trainee and junior site drafter roles, with a drawing portfolio of real projects, and can progress into advanced civil design tracks with the same placement support.