BricsCAD Essentials Training Course

Learn how to navigate the software, create accurate 2D drawings, and build a solid foundation in drafting.

Get Started with Confidence

This course gives you a practical introduction to CAD through real-world tasks and clear step-by-step guidance. You’ll explore the tools and features that make BricsCAD a smart choice for professionals, while gaining the confidence to start creating and editing technical drawings with ease. It’s all about building skills you can put to use straight away.

Objectives

You will learn to navigate BricsCAD’s 2D drafting tools, using features like the Quad cursor, Entity Snaps, and Dynamic Input to create and edit geometry with precision. The course covers drawing templates, layer management, object properties, and essential commands such as POLYLINE, OFFSET, FILLET, and CHAMFER.

You will also set up layouts, configure viewports, and prepare drawings for print, equipping you to produce accurate, professional technical drawings ready for real-world use.

Pre-requisites

No prior CAD experience is required, but a basic understanding of technical drawings or design principles is helpful. Familiarity with general computer use, including file management and navigating software interfaces, will ensure a smoother learning experience.

This course is ideal for beginners or those transitioning from other drafting software.

Course Contents

User Interface Basics

Understand and customise the BricsCAD interface
Adjust ribbon layout and Quick Access tools
Open or start commands through the interface
Explore interface themes and menu options

Navigation & Viewing Tools

Use pan and zoom tools
Utilise real-time zooming and view options
Navigate using mouse and command input
Apply zoom extents, window, and previous views

Basic Drawing & Editing

Draw lines, arcs, circles, & rectangles with dynamic input and Esnaps’
Use drawing aids like Esnap, grid, ortho, polar tracking & Grips
Edit geometry with Move, Copy, Rotate, Mirror & Scale Commands

Object Manipulation & Transformations

Select, move, copy, rotate, mirror, and scale objects
Use fillet and chamfer tools for corners
Create & modify rectangular, polar, and path arrays
Modify objects using grips

Properties & Object Management

View & edit object properties in the Properties palette
Use Quick Properties and rollover tips
Apply ‘Select Similar’ and multilines

Layer & Template Management

Create and assign objects to layers
Modify & manage layers in model and paper space
Control layer visibility in layouts

Arrays & Dynamic Blocks

Create rectangular, polar, and path arrays
Adjust array spacing, distribution, and alignment
Understand and modify dynamic groupings

Tool Palettes & Customisation

Access commands using the Quad menu
Customise tracking, snap overrides, and temporary tracking points

Printing & Layout Management

Work in paper space layouts
Create and adjust viewports
Control layer visibility for print outputs
Set up coordinated print presentations

Course Contents

User Interface Basics
Navigation & Viewing Tools
Basic Drawing & Editing
Object Manipulation & Transformations
Properties & Object Management
Layer & Template Management
Arrays & Dynamic Blocks
Tool Palettes & Customisation
Printing & Layout Management

Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about BricsCAD’s essentials training course.

Is BricsCAD easy to learn?

Yes, BricsCAD is very straightforward to learn. If you currently use AutoCAD or a similar CAD product, you’ll find the transition to BricsCAD extremely smooth. For those who are new to CAD, BricsCAD is an excellent starting point.

How quickly can I learn BricsCAD?

You can learn the essentials of BricsCAD in just three days. After that, you’ll be able to use the software like a professional.

Can I learn BricsCAD Online?

Yes, our BricsCAD Essentials course can be delivered either online or at our training centre in Lancashire. Simply let us know your preferred learning method, and we’ll be happy to tailor our approach to your needs.

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