Course Overview
The first step in using computer aided design (CAD) software requires a solid foundation of the user interface, commands and features of the CAD software. This intensive, hands-on course prepares the student with the knowledge and skills necessary for creating a basic 2D working drawing using AutoCAD. Topics include CAD concepts, file management, the viewing, drawing, and editing of drawings as well the placement of text and dimensions onto a drawing layout in preparation for plotting. The expectation is that students are proficient in the use of a computer including file and folder management. Students should also be familiar with the fundamentals of technical drawing.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$832.00 - $892.94 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Use the AutoCAD interface to access commands and files.
- Discuss the importance of file management when using CAD software.
- Access the on-line help system and user documentation.
- Setup drawings and establish initial drawing settings.
- Change the drawing display using View commands.
- Use layers effectively to manage object properties.
- Establish CAD standards.
- Create a new drawing using a template file.
- Create 2D drawings using the Draw commands.
- Edit drawings with the Modify commands.
- Use effective CAD construction techniques to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Use Inquiry tools to verify accuracy of CAD constructions.
- Define text styles and create text to accepted standards.
- Layout a single viewport drawing using a standard scale.
- Place basic dimensions using annotative scale.
- Insert blocks to place complex objects as a single entity.
- Place hatch patterns.
- Print or plot a 2D drawing.
Effective as of Fall 2015
Related Programs
AutoCAD 1 (AICO 1000) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Civil Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Civil Technology
Certificate Part-time
School of Energy
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are five offerings of AICO 1000 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 21241
Dates
May 23 - Jun 20 Loading
- CRN 21241
- $874.94 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 23 - Jun 20 | Sat | 08:30 - 16:30 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 2625 |
Duration
5 weeks
Instructor
Hamed Tahmooressi
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please purchase the required textbook prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For more information on this course, contact Erika Ekeli at soepts@bcit.ca. BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
Confirmation
Required
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CRN 69930
Dates
May 23 - Jun 27 Loading
- CRN 69930
- $832.00 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Sahar Banisoltan
Course outline
Important information
- Please purchase the required textbook prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For questions related to this course, please email Erika Ekeli at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
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CRN 21224
Dates
Jul 06 - Jul 10 Loading
- CRN 21224
- $860.28 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 06 - Jul 10 | Mon - Fri | 09:00 - 17:00 | Downtown DTC Rm. 475 |
Duration
5 days
Instructor
Judy Shandler
Course outline
Important information
- Please purchase the required textbook prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For questions related to this course, please email Erika Ekeli at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
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CRN 66978
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 16 Loading
- CRN 66978
- $832.00 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 16 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:45 | Online |
Duration
11 weeks
Instructor
James Bartz
Course outline
Important information
- Please purchase the required textbook prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For more information on this course, contact Erika Ekeli at soepts@bcit.ca. BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
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CRN 21230
Dates
Apr 11 - May 23 Loading
- CRN 21230
- $832.00 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Important information
- No class on May 16th (Victoria Day long weekend) Please purchase the required textbook prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ For questions related to this course, please email Erika Ekeli at soepts@bcit.ca and include your BCIT ID (if you have one). BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current.
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Fall 2026
Below are seven offerings of AICO 1000 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 30877
Dates
Sep 08 - Nov 17 Loading
- CRN 30877
- $848.93 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Nov 17 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:45 | Online |
Duration
11 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/
Confirmation
Required
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CRN 30878
Dates
Sep 09 - Oct 21 Loading
- CRN 30878
- $892.94 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Oct 21 | Mon, Wed | 18:30 - 21:45 | Burnaby SW03 |
Duration
7 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- No class September 30th (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation). No Class October 12th (Thanksgiving Day). Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/
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CRN 30874
Dates
Sep 12 - Oct 24 Loading
- CRN 30874
- $848.93 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- No class on October 10th (Thanksgiving Weekend). Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/
Confirmation
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CRN 30879
Dates
Sep 14 - Sep 18 Loading
- CRN 30879
- $892.94 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14 - Sep 18 | Mon - Fri | 08:30 - 16:30 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 2625 |
Duration
5 days
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/
Confirmation
Required
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CRN 30881
Dates
Oct 19 - Oct 23 Loading
- CRN 30881
- $892.94 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19 - Oct 23 | Mon - Fri | 08:30 - 16:30 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 2625 |
Duration
5 days
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/
Confirmation
Required
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CRN 30880
Dates
Oct 24 - Nov 21 Loading
- CRN 30880
- $892.94 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24 - Nov 21 | Sat | 08:30 - 16:30 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 2625 |
Duration
5 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/
Confirmation
Required
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CRN 51661
Dates
Oct 24 - Nov 28 Loading
- CRN 51661
- $848.93 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please purchase any required course material such as textbooks prior to the first class - www.bcit.ca/bookstore/
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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