RedVector JCOM-00093

Drafting Software for Engineers and Designers

Drafting Software for Engineers and Designers

1 hr. Online Course

Level: Fundamental

Item#: JCOM-00093

SME: Anonymous

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software is an essential tool that has revolutionized how professionals create, visualize, and refine their projects across architecture, engineering, and construction industries. This comprehensive course explores the evolution and capabilities of various CAD platforms, from basic 2D drafting to sophisticated 3D modeling and Building Information Modeling (BIM), helping learners understand the differences between software types and their practical applications. Through detailed examination of industry-leading software providers and emerging trends, you'll learn to evaluate which CAD solution best fits your needs based on factors like functionality, cost, and workflow integration, while gaining insight into future developments including cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and enhanced geospatial capabilities.
Course Objectives

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define the basic characteristics of CAD software and how the software can improve productivity and efficiency
  • Recognize the differences between 2D and 3D CAD, 3D Modeling Software, and 3D BIM software and the capabilities and limitations of each
  • Discuss the information that may influence the decision regarding which CAD software best fits your needs
  • Review trends in software development and outline the new features you can anticipate from future CAD software
  • Identify the significant players in the CAD and Computer Graphics market and examine how their history impacts your choice of CAD software
State Licenses
AK - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
AK - Engineer (General)
AL - Engineer (General)
AR - Engineer (General)
DE - Engineer (General)
FL - Engineer (General - 0000271)
Accreditation: This course offers an in-depth look at the evolution of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software and its transformative impact on architecture, engineering, and construction. Learners will explore everything from simple 2D drafting to advanced 3D modeling and BIM, gaining insight into the strengths and applications of different CAD platforms
GA - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
GA - Engineer (General)
IA - Engineer (General)
ID - Engineer (General)
IL - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
IL - Engineer, Professional (General)
IL - Engineer, Structural (General)
IN - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
KS - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
KS - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare)
KY - Engineer (General)
LA - Engineer (General)
MD - Engineer (General)
ME - Engineer (General)
MI - Engineer (General)
MN - Engineer (General)
MO - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
MO - Engineer (General)
MS - Engineer (General)
MT - Engineer (General)
NC - Engineer (General)
ND - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare)
NE - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.
NH - Engineer (General)
NJ - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
NJ - Engineer (General - 24GP000006300)
NM - Engineer (General)
NV - Engineer (General)
NY - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
NY - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.
OH - Engineer (General)
OK - Engineer (General)
OR - Engineer (General)
PA - Engineer (General)
PR - Engineer (General)
SC - Engineer (General)
SD - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
SD - Engineer (General)
TN - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
TN - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare)
TX - Engineer (General)
UT - Engineer (General)
VA - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
VA - Engineer (General)
VT - Engineer (General)
WA - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
WI - Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
WI - Engineer (General)
WV - Engineer (General)
WY - Engineer (General)
Professional Organizations
American Academy of Environmental Engineers - AAEES - Member (General)
American Institute of Architects - AIA - Architects (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Alberta Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Alberta Engineer (General)
Canada - British Columbia Architect (AIBC) (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - British Columbia Engineer (General)
Canada - Manitoba Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Manitoba Engineer (General)
Canada - New Brunswick Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - New Brunswick Engineer (General)
Canada - Newfoundland and Labrador Engineer (General)
Canada - Northwest Territories and Nunavut Engineer (General)
Canada - Northwest Territory Architect / Restricted Practitioner (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Nova Scotia Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Nova Scotia Engineer (General)
Canada - Ontario Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Ontario Engineer (General)
Canada - Prince Edward Island Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Prince Edward Island Engineer (General)
Canada - Quebec Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Quebec Engineer (General)
Canada - Saskatchewan Architect (General - JCOM00093-2028)
Accreditation: AIA Registered Provider J315
Canada - Saskatchewan Engineer (General)
Canada - Yukon Engineer (General)
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies - NICET (General)