AutoCAD

Autodesk AutoCAD Training:
Fast Track Gold

Beginner + Intermediate + Advanced Levels

Achieve complete AutoCAD mastery in this eight-day intensive course. Explore 2D drafting, 3D modelling, and rendering while building real-world design experience. Strengthen your technical skills and gain the confidence to create professional CAD projects.

Autodesk AutoCAD Training: Fast Track Gold

Course Overview

The AutoCAD Fast Track Gold Course is our most comprehensive program, designed to take you from beginner to advanced in just eight days. This intensive course combines 2D drafting, 3D modelling, and rendering skills for a complete understanding of AutoCAD’s capabilities.

You’ll begin with core 2D tools — drawing, editing, and annotating — before advancing to 3D modelling, materials, lighting, and visualisation. Each topic is reinforced with hands-on projects and expert guidance from Autodesk Certified trainers.

Offered in London or live online, this AutoCAD full training program prepares you to handle complex projects confidently across engineering, architecture, and design industries.

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Dates

Next course starts on:12 Oct 2026
This course runs across three levels. Start dates for each level are listed below.

Beginner Level

3 consecutive days
12 Oct 2026
23 Nov 2026
4 Jan 2027
15 Mar 2027
5 May 2027
14 Jun 2027
26 Jul 2027
13 Sept 2027
8 Nov 2027
20 Dec 2027
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Intermediate Level

2 consecutive days
15 Oct 2026
26 Nov 2026
7 Jan 2027
18 Mar 2027
10 May 2027
17 Jun 2027
29 Jul 2027
16 Sept 2027
15 Nov 2027
23 Dec 2027
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Advanced Level

3 consecutive days
2 Dec 2026
18 Jan 2027
12 May 2027
4 Aug 2027
29 Nov 2027
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If the training dates listed here don't suit your schedule, let us know and we can arrange a tailored training bundle for you where we can customise both the content and the dates of the courses. To find more about our Tailored Training courses,click here.

Outline

Here is what you will learn in the Autodesk AutoCAD Training: Fast Track Gold in more detail. Click the topics below to explore what is covered in each section.

Certifications

This bundle includes courses that prepare you for industry-recognized certification exams.

ACU Exam Logo

Along with your certificate of completion, you’ll have the option to take the official Autodesk Certified User (ACU) exam for £175 + VAT. This globally recognised certification highlights your creative expertise and proves your job-ready skills. Select the exam option when booking to include it with your course.

Testimonials

Hear directly from professionals and teams who’ve trained with us, sharing their experiences and the impact our training has had on their creative journeys.

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Advanced enough for intermediate learners

This course helped me refine my technical drawing skills, from floor plans to detailed schematics. I’m now more confident working to a professional standard, with better precision and a more efficient process.

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Lars BakkerArchitectural Assistant

Very hands-on and structured training

I learned how to create multi-layered drawings and add accurate annotations more efficiently. The course expanded on what I already knew and made technical drafting feel much more manageable.

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Oliver ThompsonInterior Design Student

Intermediate AutoCAD training with real-world application

The course strengthened my ability to produce accurate 2D drawings, manage complex layouts, and annotate plans correctly. These skills are now part of my day-to-day professional drafting work.

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Giulia RossiStructural Engineering Assistant

Practical AutoCAD skills for real-world projects

The intermediate training helped me manage layered drawings, organise complex layouts, and apply precise annotations. I can now produce technical drawings to a professional standard, without slowing down my workflow.

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Henry EvansCivil Drafting Technician

Boosted my technical drafting capabilities

Through the intermediate AutoCAD training, I learned how to create detailed floor plans, schematics, and layouts with accuracy. I now feel confident producing drawings that meet professional standards.

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Caleb PriceArchitectural Graduate

Intermediate AutoCAD course was very helpful

The course pushed my 2D drafting skills further, covering multi-layered drawings, advanced commands, and precise annotations. It was a clear step up from the basics and noticeably improved both my speed and accuracy.

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Aaron ScottMechanical Engineer

Clear and structured Intermediate AutoCAD training

This course broke down advanced 2D drafting into manageable steps, from organising layers to adding accurate annotations and optimising layouts. I’m now producing technical drawings with far greater accuracy and confidence.

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Matteo RicciStudent – Architecture

Took my AutoCAD skills to the next level

The training took my 2D skills further, covering advanced commands, layered workflows, and accurate annotations. I now create clean technical drawings and layouts for both academic and client work.

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Alex HowardCivil Engineering Technician

Excellent course for progressing drafters

My 2D drafting skills improved a lot, especially when it comes to layers, annotations, and clean layouts. I can now produce accurate interior design drawings efficiently and to a professional standard.

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Jonathan MilesInterior Designer

Practical and engaging Intermediate AutoCAD course

My AutoCAD workflow has improved a lot, particularly when it comes to organising layered drawings, managing complex layouts, and adding precise annotations. These skills translate directly into real professional projects.

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Fiona CampbellMechanical Designer

Intermediate AutoCAD training exceeded expectations

The training took my 2D drafting further, covering advanced drawing methods, layered layouts, and accurate annotations. I can now handle more complex designs efficiently and apply these skills confidently in professional work.

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Joseph ClarkeStructural Draughtsperson

From basic drawings to professional technical drafting

The training pushed my 2D drafting further, covering advanced commands, better layer control, and accurate annotation. I can now produce detailed layouts, floor plans, and technical schematics efficiently, thanks to the hands-on approach.

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Jamie AtkinsonArchitectural Technician

Boosted my confidence with AutoCAD

The training sharpened my AutoCAD skills, especially when it comes to layered drawings, advanced 2D tools, and keeping layouts clean and precise. I can now create accurate site plans, floor layouts, and technical schematics to a professional standard.

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Patrick WalshCivil Engineering Assistant

Perfect progression from beginner to intermediate

The course pushed my AutoCAD skills further, introducing advanced 2D tools, better layer control, and faster annotation methods. My drawings are now more accurate and detailed, which has really improved my workflow for both academic and workplace projects.

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Sean McCarthyMechanical Engineering Technician

Intermediate AutoCAD course took my drafting skills to the next level

The Intermediate Autodesk AutoCAD course helped me progress from the basics to more advanced 2D workflows. I learned multi-layer drawing, precise dimensioning, annotation techniques, and layout optimisation. I can now produce professional technical drawings for architectural and engineering projects with confidence.

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Miriam CohenArchitectural Assistant

Comprehensive beginner training in AutoCAD

The Beginner Autodesk AutoCAD course gave me a strong foundation in 2D drafting. I learned to create accurate layouts, manage layers, annotate drawings, and produce technical documentation efficiently.

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Alexandra HughesJunior Mechanical Engineer

Beginner AutoCAD course that delivers

This course explained AutoCAD fundamentals clearly, including 2D drawing, layer management, annotations, and dimensioning. I now produce technical drawings confidently.

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Oliver JohnsonStudent – Architecture

Perfect for complete beginners

This course gave me a strong starting point in AutoCAD, covering core commands, layers, dimensions, and annotations. Everything was taught in a practical way, so drafting never felt overwhelming.

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Luke LewisMechanical Design Assistant

Very thorough beginner AutoCAD training

With no prior experience, I was able to pick up AutoCAD fundamentals and start producing accurate 2D drawings. Learning how to use layers, commands, and annotations meant I could apply everything straight to real projects.

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Andrew PalmerInterior Design Intern

Step-by-step beginner AutoCAD course

This course provided a clear, practical introduction to AutoCAD. I now understand commands, layers, dimensions, and annotations. I can confidently produce professional technical drawings.

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Daniel GreenCivil Engineering Student

Learned AutoCAD basics quickly

I learned how to build accurate 2D layouts, manage layers properly, and add dimensions and annotations without confusion. I’m now comfortable producing complete technical drawings on my own.

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Toby FranklinArchitectural Student

Beginner AutoCAD training made drawing simple

This course was structured and easy to follow. I learned basic drawing tools, layers, annotations, and dimensioning. I now feel confident producing technical drawings for professional projects.

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Alina StoicaMechanical Engineering Assistant

Perfect introduction to AutoCAD

I had no prior experience with AutoCAD, but this course guided me through every step. I learned drawing commands, annotations, and layer management. It gave me a strong foundation to progress to more advanced 2D workflows.

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Megan FairchildInterior Designer

Beginner-friendly and practical

The AutoCAD beginner course clearly covered the fundamentals, from core drawing tools to layers, dimensions, and annotations. By the end, I was confidently producing accurate 2D technical drawings for real projects.

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Megan HughesCivil Drafting Assistant

Step-by-step AutoCAD training that works

I learned to navigate AutoCAD confidently, create accurate 2D plans, and apply annotations correctly. The practical exercises, including sample layouts, made learning enjoyable. Now I can produce technical drawings efficiently and accurately.

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Alice JohnsonMechanical Drafting Intern

Learned everything I needed as a beginner

The Beginner Autodesk AutoCAD course gave me a complete foundation in 2D drafting. I now know how to create precise layouts, use layers efficiently, and annotate drawings correctly. It’s structured perfectly for anyone starting from scratch.

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Dawit TesfayeArchitectural Assistant

Beginner AutoCAD course exceeded expectations

This AutoCAD course introduced me to the core principles of 2D drafting, including layout creation, layer management, dimensions, and annotations. By the end, I felt confident producing accurate floor plans and technical drawings for real projects.

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Léa BernardInterior Design Student

Perfect starting point for learning AutoCAD

Starting from scratch with AutoCAD, the beginner course made technical drafting feel approachable. Understanding drawing tools, layers, dimensions, and annotations has allowed me to produce accurate drawings for both academic and professional work.

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Niamh O'ConnorCivil Engineering Assistant

Comprehensive beginner training in AutoCAD

This Beginner AutoCAD course was very thorough and easy to follow. I learned essential 2D drawing commands, layer management, annotations, and dimensioning. The practical exercises allowed me to apply my skills immediately, and I now feel confident producing accurate technical drawings.

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Isabella ContiMechanical Engineering Student

Beginner AutoCAD course gave me a solid foundation

The Beginner Autodesk AutoCAD course was the perfect introduction to 2D drafting. I learned how to navigate the interface, use essential commands, organise layers, and apply accurate annotations. By the end of the course, I could confidently produce clear technical drawings and layouts, which has already improved my workflow on projects.

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Adekunle OgunArchitectural Intern

Comprehensive Advanced AutoCAD 3D training

The Advanced Autodesk AutoCAD course took me from basic 3D concepts to professional-level modelling. I now produce accurate 3D solids, surfaces, meshes, and assemblies, apply materials, and create high-quality renderings for client and project presentations.

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Ben WrightArchitectural Assistant

Advanced AutoCAD 3D course was brilliant

The training covered all essential 3D AutoCAD skills, including creating solids, surfaces, meshes, assemblies, and applying materials. I now confidently produce detailed 3D models and visualisations for professional engineering and architectural projects.

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Jack WilsonMechanical Draughtsperson

Professional-level 3D AutoCAD skills

This training really deepened my understanding of 3D work in AutoCAD. I’m now able to create accurate solids and surfaces, apply materials, use visual styles, and produce clean renderings with a much more professional workflow.

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Michael TurnerStructural Engineer

Complete 3D AutoCAD training for professionals

The advanced AutoCAD training took my skills into full 3D modelling. I’m now able to create detailed solids and surfaces, apply materials, and produce high-quality renderings for client presentations and construction planning.

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Robert TurnerArchitectural Designer

Advanced AutoCAD course transformed my 3D skills

I learned 3D solids, surfaces, meshes, and 3D visualisation in AutoCAD. The course gave me the ability to create professional, detailed 3D models for technical and presentation purposes. It has significantly improved both my efficiency and accuracy.

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Marc LewisMechanical Engineer

Advanced 3D AutoCAD course exceeded expectations

This training really strengthened my 3D workflow, especially when working with solids, surfaces, meshes, and assemblies. I’m now producing detailed architectural models and visualisations that work well for client presentations.

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Martin WebbInterior Design Graduate

Professional 3D modelling skills in AutoCAD

The Advanced Autodesk AutoCAD course helped me move from 2D drafting to creating complex 3D models. I can now produce solids, surfaces, and assemblies accurately, apply materials, and generate realistic visualisations for engineering and architectural projects.

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Pooja BhattCivil Engineering Designer

Advanced AutoCAD course that delivers

This course provided a complete understanding of 3D AutoCAD workflows. I now confidently create 3D models, apply visual styles, render views, and produce detailed 3D designs for professional projects.

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Victoria EllisonMechanical Design Engineer

Comprehensive Advanced AutoCAD 3D training

The advanced training covered the full 3D modelling workflow, from solids and surfaces to meshes and materials. I’m now able to create accurate models and produce high-quality renderings for client presentations and project documentation.

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Matthew KingArchitectural Assistant

Advanced 3D modelling in AutoCAD made simple

The course focused entirely on 3D workflows in AutoCAD. I learned to create accurate 3D solids and surfaces, apply textures and materials, and use different viewports for detailed modelling. My ability to produce professional 3D designs has improved dramatically.

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Peter RobinsonStructural Draughtsperson

Professional 3D AutoCAD skills in one course

This Advanced AutoCAD course taught me how to create 3D solids, surfaces, and assemblies, apply materials, and perform 3D visualisation. I now produce complex, accurate 3D models efficiently for mechanical and architectural projects.

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Ahmed El-SayedMechanical Drafting Technician

3D AutoCAD skills completely transformed my workflow

The Advanced AutoCAD course took my skills further into 3D modelling and visualisation. I’m now able to create detailed architectural models, apply materials, work with viewports, and produce high-quality 3D visuals for clients and presentations.

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Yara KhalilInterior Designer

Advanced AutoCAD training exceeded expectations

The course concentrated on 3D modelling in AutoCAD, including creating solids, surfaces, meshes, and assemblies. I now confidently produce detailed 3D designs for construction and engineering projects, and the practical exercises helped me apply these skills to real-world workflows immediately.

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Kevin NolanCivil Engineer

Perfect for mastering 3D AutoCAD

This Advanced AutoCAD course was an excellent progression for anyone wanting to develop professional 3D modelling skills. I learned advanced commands for 3D solids, surfaces, and visualisation, allowing me to produce accurate and highly detailed models suitable for presentations and technical workflows.

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Zainab AbdullahiMechanical Design Engineer

Advanced AutoCAD course took my 3D modelling skills to the next level

The Advanced Autodesk AutoCAD course focused entirely on 3D modelling, taking my skills from 2D layouts to professional 3D design. I learned to create accurate 3D solids, surfaces, and meshes, apply realistic materials, and navigate 3D space efficiently. By the end, I could produce detailed 3D models for architectural, mechanical, and engineering projects.

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Faisal QureshiArchitectural Designer

Meet Your Instructors

Ricardo De Jesus

Ricardo De Jesus

Ricardo's skills are so diverse that it would be impossible to list them all. He is an extremely talented architect and CAD technician, as well as one of the very first Autodesk Certified Instructors in the UK. And all round CAD wiz!

Rod Cleasby

Rod Cleasby

Rod is a certified Autodesk Professional and Trainer. He specialises in AutoCAD, 3ds Max and SketchUp. When he is not teaching, Rod works on creating Architectural visuals, Super Yacht Design, Interior Design, Video and Digital Art.

Clients

As well as creative individuals, we are also the preferred training provider for some of the most successful global brands and organisations.

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Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
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Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
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Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free

FAQs

Just a few of the common questions asked by our students.

  • No. The courses are designed for beginners as well as those with some experience. You’ll start with the basics and gradually progress to advanced 2D and 3D drafting techniques.

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Docklands Media’s AutoCAD Fast Track Gold course is our most comprehensive AutoCAD training programme, combining Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels into one intensive learning experience. This course is designed for individuals who want to become highly proficient in both 2D drafting and 3D modelling in the shortest possible time.

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