{"id":15928,"date":"2025-06-19T17:01:07","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T14:01:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mada.edu.sa\/?post_type=course&#038;p=15928"},"modified":"2026-04-26T16:47:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T13:47:15","slug":"computer-aided-design","status":"publish","type":"course","link":"https:\/\/mada.edu.sa\/en\/course\/computer-aided-design\/","title":{"rendered":"Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Practical Applications Course"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>About the Course<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Practical Applications<\/strong> course is a foundational program designed to meet the growing demands of the engineering, architectural, and industrial design labor markets. This course provides participants with a comprehensive opportunity to master CAD software tools, enhancing their ability to create precise technical drawings and sophisticated designs using the latest digital technologies.<\/p>\n<p>Provided by the <strong>Mada Al-Ma\u2019rifah Training Center<\/strong>, the curriculum is meticulously updated to keep pace with modern industry standards, empowering trainees from various professional backgrounds to apply their skills effectively in real-world scenarios.<\/p>\n<h2>Course Objectives<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand the fundamental concepts and principles of Computer-Aided Design (CAD).<\/li>\n<li>Master the software tools required for drawing and modifying 2D designs.<\/li>\n<li>Create highly accurate design files in accordance with approved international standards.<\/li>\n<li>Apply CAD skills across specialized fields such as architecture and mechanical engineering.<\/li>\n<li>Effectively manage <strong>Layers<\/strong>, drawing settings, and professional printing layouts.<\/li>\n<li>Organize complex projects and manage file structures within the CAD environment.<\/li>\n<li>Develop technical planning skills and aesthetic precision in digital drafting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Course Curriculum<\/h2>\n<h3>Day 1: Introduction to CAD and Practical Applications<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>General overview of the software and its specific uses in the global labor market.<\/li>\n<li>Software installation, setup, and a deep dive into the User Interface (UI).<\/li>\n<li>Mastering basic navigation commands and workspace controls.<\/li>\n<li>Executing a simple initial project using basic drawing tools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 2: Core Drawing Tools and Practical Execution<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Mastering drawing commands: Lines, Circles, Arches, and Polygons.<\/li>\n<li>Understanding and inputting precise coordinates (Absolute vs. Relative).<\/li>\n<li>Utilizing <strong>Grid<\/strong> and <strong>Snap<\/strong> settings for high-precision drafting.<\/li>\n<li>Drafting a complex geometric shape using combined drawing commands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 3: Modification Tools and Design Enhancement<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Utilizing modification tools: Move, Copy, Rotate, and Mirror.<\/li>\n<li>Refining geometry with Trim, Extend, and Fillet commands.<\/li>\n<li>Advanced <strong>Layer Management<\/strong>: Organizing designs by function and visibility.<\/li>\n<li>Enhancing and optimizing previously drafted designs for professional output.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 4: Annotation, Dimensioning, and Layout Formatting<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Integrating text, notes, and technical comments within the design.<\/li>\n<li>Applying <strong>Dimensioning<\/strong> and customizing dimension styles for clarity.<\/li>\n<li>Preparing drawings for plot\/print and exporting to various digital formats (PDF, DWG, DXF).<\/li>\n<li>Creating a comprehensive drawing sheet ready for presentation and review.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Day 5: Advanced Applications and Training Projects<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Creating a basic architectural layout (e.g., a room or building floor plan).<\/li>\n<li>Drafting a fundamental mechanical design (e.g., a machine part or axle).<\/li>\n<li>Utilizing <strong>Blocks<\/strong> and <strong>Attributed Blocks<\/strong> to maximize workflow efficiency.<\/li>\n<li>Design review session and industry best practices for professional drafting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About the Course The Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Practical Applications course is a foundational program designed to meet the growing demands of the engineering, architectural, and industrial design labor markets. 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