Autocad Electrical Design

Overview Many electrical projects face delays because drawings are unclear, calculations are inaccurate, or design documents are not organised properly. …

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Overview

Many electrical projects face delays because drawings are unclear, calculations are inaccurate, or design documents are not organised properly. Without the right software knowledge, creating safe and efficient electrical layouts can become difficult for beginners and professionals alike.

This Autocad Electrical Design course helps learners build confidence in electrical drafting, circuit analysis, and distribution system planning. The course explains key design methods in a simple way while helping you use Autocad Electrical Design tools more effectively in real projects and technical tasks.

Through step-by-step lessons, you will explore voltage drop analysis, short circuit calculations, generator sizing, and earthing systems. Whether you want to improve engineering knowledge or strengthen design skills, this Autocad Electrical Design course offers a structured and easy-to-follow learning experience for career growth.

Key Benefits Included

► Accredited by CPD
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field

Sneak Peek

Learning Outcomes

► Identify the core functions and tools used in AutoCAD electrical drafting
► Create electrical distribution system drawings with improved accuracy
► Calculate voltage drop and short circuit values for electrical systems
► Design earthing systems following standard electrical principles
► Analyse generator sizing requirements for different project needs

Who is This Course For?

► Electrical engineering students seeking design knowledge
► Junior electrical designers and CAD technicians
► Professionals working with electrical drawings and layouts
► Beginners interested in AutoCAD electrical systems
► Maintenance and technical support staff in engineering sectors
► Anyone wanting to improve electrical drafting skills

Certification

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the assessment of this Autocad Electrical Design course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99

Career Opportunities

► Electrical CAD Technician – £24,000 to £38,000 per year
► Electrical Design Engineer – £32,000 to £50,000 per year
► CAD Draftsperson – £25,000 to £40,000 per year
► Electrical Project Assistant – £26,000 to £37,000 per year
► Building Services Engineer – £35,000 to £55,000 per year

Course Curriculum

The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:

Module 1: Introduction to Autocad

► Introduction to Electrical Design Drawing
► Introduction to Autocad
► Free Activation for Students
► Starting Autocad and Changing Background
► Drawing a Line in Autocad
► Drawing a Rectangle in Autocad
► Drawing a Circle in Autocad
► Drawing a Polygon in Autocad
► Drawing an Arc in Autocad
► Drawing a PolyLine in Autocad
► Multiple Lines Using The Offset feature
► Adding Text to Autocad
► Extending Lines in Autocad
► Selection in Autocad
► F-shortcuts in Autocad
► Dimensions in Autocad
► Multi Spiral Line and MLD in Autocad
► Block and Explode
► Move and Scale Commands in Autocad
► Rotate, Mirror and Fillet Commands in Autocad
► Area Calculation and Adding Layer in Autocad
► Saving Your File and Autosave Feature
► Drawing Fluorescent Symbol Using Autocad
► Autocad Classic Mode and Workspace

Module 2: Electrical Design Drawing of Distribution System

► Introduction to Dialux
► Types of Electrical Drawings
► Different Lighting Situations
► Understanding Different Types of Lighting Schemes
► Properties of Good Lighting Scheme
► Important Definitions for Lighting
► Utilisation and Maintenance Factor
► Important Notes When Designing
► Steps of Project Design
► Manual Calculation of Lighting
► Understanding Catalogs and Photometric Data
► Dialux Interior Design Task Part 1
► Dialux Interior Design Task Part 2
► Dialux Interior Design Task Part 3
► Wiring of Luminaries and Switches Using Autocad
► Types of Sockets
► Adding and Wiring of Sockets
► Panel Schedule for Lighting and Power Circuits
► Circuit Breakers and Cable Selection
► Single Line Diagram for Industrial Area and Riser of The Residential Building

Module 3: Voltage Drop and Short Circuit Analysis

► Voltage Drop in Low Voltage Distribution System and Manual Calculations
► Short Circuit in Low Voltage Distribution System and Manual Calculations
► Voltage Drop and Short Circuit Calculations Using ETAP Easily

Module 4: Earthing System

► Effect of Current on Human Body
► Types of Electric Hazards
► Classification of Earthing Systems
► Components of Earthing System
► Design and Resistance of Earthing Electrode
► Design and Resistance of Earthing Conductor
► Measurement of Earth Resistance by Megger and Three Point Method
► Design Earthing or Ground Grid Using ETAP

Module 5: Generator Sizing

► Sizing of Electrical Generator for Power Engineering

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4.8 Average - 4 Reviews

★ Reviews

The course explained electrical drafting concepts clearly and made AutoCAD easier to understand. I especially liked the sections on voltage drop and generator sizing because they were simple and informative.

Very well organised and beginner-friendly. The lessons helped me improve my confidence in reading and creating electrical design drawings for engineering tasks.

Course Curriculum

Unit 1- Introduction to Autocad
	Module 1- Introduction to Electrical Design Drawing	00:05:00
	Module 2- Introduction to Autocad	00:02:00
	Module 3- Free Activation for Students	00:05:00
	Module 4- Starting Autocad and Changing Background	00:03:00
	Module 5- Drawing a Line in Autocad	00:04:00
	Module 6- Drawing a Rectangle in Autocad	00:04:00
	Module 7- Drawing a Circle in Autocad	00:01:00
	Module 8- Drawing a Polygon in Autocad	00:03:00
	Module 9- Drawing an Arc in Autocad	00:01:00
	Module 10- Drawing a PolyLine in Autocad	00:03:00
	Module 11- Multiple Lines Using The Offset feature	00:03:00
	Module 12- Adding Text to Autocad	00:04:00
	Module 13- Extending Lines in Autocad	00:02:00
	Module 14- Selection in Autocad	00:05:00
	Module 15- F-shortcuts in Autocad	00:02:00
	Module 16- Dimensions in Autocad	00:04:00
	Module 17- Multi Spiral Line and MLD in Autocad	00:03:00
	Module 18- Block and Explode	00:02:00
	Module 19- Move and Scale Commands in Autocad	00:02:00
	Module 20- Rotate, Mirror and Fillet Commands in Autocad	00:03:00
	Module 21-Area Calculation and Adding Layer in Autocad	00:04:00
	Module 22- Saving Your File and Autosave Feature	00:08:00
	Module 23- Drawing Fluorescent Symbol Using Autocad	00:07:00
	Module 24- Autocad Classic Mode and Workspace	00:03:00
Unit 2- Electrical Design Drawing of Distribution System
	Module 1- Introduction to Dialux	00:02:00
	Module 2- Types of Electrical Drawings	00:03:00
	Module 3- Different Lighting Situations	00:05:00
	Module 4- Understanding Different Types of Lighting Schemes	00:03:00
	Module 5- Properties of Good Lighting Scheme	00:01:00
	Module 6- Important Definitions for Lighting	00:09:00
	Module 7- Utilisation and Maintenance Factor	00:04:00
	Module 8- Important Notes When Designing	00:06:00
	Module 9-Steps of Project Design	00:04:00
	Module 10- Manual Calculation of Lighting	00:07:00
	Module 11- Understanding Catalogs and Photometric Data	00:05:00
	Module 12-Dialux Interior Design Task Part 1	00:33:00
	Module 13-Dialux Interior Design Task Part 2	00:22:00
	Module 14-Dialux Interior Design Task Part 3	00:26:00
	Module 15-Wiring of Luminaries and Switches Using Autocad	00:39:00
	Module 16-Types of Sockets	00:02:00
	Module 17- Adding and Wiring of Sockets	00:40:00
	Module 18-Panel Schedule for Lighting and Power Circuits	00:31:00
	Module 19-Circuit Breakers and Cable Selection	00:36:00
	Module 20-Single Line Diagram for Industrial Area and Riser of The Residential Building	00:23:00
Unit 3- Voltage Drop and Short Circuit Analysis
	Module 1- Voltage Drop in Low Voltage Distribution System and Manual Calculations	00:21:00
	Module 2-Short Circuit in Low Voltage Distribution System and Manual Calculations	00:32:00
	Module 3-Voltage Drop and Short Circuit Calculations Using ETAP Easily	00:36:00
Unit 4- Earthing System
	Module 1- Effect of Current on Human Body	00:09:00
	Module 2-Types of Electric Hazards	00:08:00
	Module 3-Classification of Earthing Systems	00:23:00
	Module 4-Components of Earthing System	00:09:00
	Module 5- Design and Resistance of Earthing Electrode	00:12:00
	Module 6- Design and Resistance of Earthing Conductor	00:13:00
	Module 7- Measurement of Earth Resistance by Megger and Three Point Method	00:03:00
	Module 8- Design Earthing or Ground Grid Using ETAP	00:21:00
Unit 5- Generator Sizing
	Module 1- Sizing of Electrical Generator for Power Engineering	00:52:00
Resources
	Resources- Autocad Electrical Design	00:00:00
Assignment
	Assignment -Autocad Electrical Design	00:00:00

Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:

Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99

This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.

1. What is Autocad Electrical Design used for? +

Autocad Electrical Design is used to create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control system layouts. It helps engineers and designers produce organised technical drawings for industrial and commercial projects. The software also improves design accuracy and documentation speed.

2. Do I need previous AutoCAD experience to join this course? +

No, this course is suitable for beginners as well as learners with some technical background. The lessons start with the basics before moving into electrical design topics. You can learn step by step at a comfortable pace.

3. Will this course help me in electrical engineering jobs? +

Yes, the course covers topics often used in electrical drafting and design roles. Learning electrical drawing, voltage analysis, and generator sizing can support career development. It may also improve confidence when working on engineering projects.

4. What topics are included in the course? +

The course covers AutoCAD basics, distribution system drawings, voltage drop calculations, short circuit analysis, earthing systems, and generator sizing. Each unit focuses on important electrical design concepts. The lessons are organised in a clear and structured format.

5. Can I study this course online at my own pace? +

Yes, the course is fully online and allows flexible learning. You can access the materials whenever it suits your schedule. This makes it suitable for both students and working professionals.