AutoCAD & Drafting – Short Term Program
The AutoCAD & Drafting Short-Term Program at Cihan Institute is designed for students, aspiring engineers, architects, and professionals who wish to develop practical drafting and design skills. This program focuses on teaching industry-standard AutoCAD tools, blueprint creation, and technical drawing practices through classroom learning, computer labs, and real-world projects.
Program Details
- Level: Certificate Program (Short-Term)
- Duration: Varies (2 to 10 months depending on program track)
- Schedule: Morning & Evening classes available
- Instructor: Experienced AutoCAD & Drafting professionals
- Location: Cihan Institute – Engineering & Technical Studies Department
- Availability: Programs open yearly

how this program will benefit you
What You Will Learn
2D Drafting & 3D Modeling techniques
Reading & creating technical blueprints
Designing for architecture, civil, and mechanical fields
Using AutoCAD tools for precision and efficiency
Practical project-based training
Drafting standards and documentation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the AutoCAD & Drafting Program can work as:
CAD Drafters (Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical)
Junior Design Technicians
Blueprint & Drafting Assistants
Site Planning & Layout Support Staff
Engineering Office Support
Program Structures

Basic AutoCAD Drafting Program
Duration: 2 months
Content:
AutoCAD interface & tools overview
2D drafting & line work
Layers, dimensions & annotations
- Introduction to blueprint reading
Practical Training: Hands-on exercises creating simple floor plans & layouts.
Price: $250

AutoCAD Certificate Program
Duration: 4 months
Content:
Advanced 2D drafting techniques
Working with templates & standards
3D modeling basics in AutoCAD
Drafting for engineering & construction projects
Practical Training: Simulation projects for real engineering drawings.
Price: $400

Architectural Drafting & Design Program
Duration: 6 months
Content:
House plan drafting & layouts
Elevation & section drawings
Furniture & interior detailing in CAD
Printing & plotting technical drawings
Practical Training: Creating full residential design projects.
Price: $500

Advanced AutoCAD & Industry Applications Program
Duration: 10 months
Content:
Advanced 3D modeling & rendering
Mechanical & industrial drafting
Project collaboration tools in AutoCAD
Preparing portfolios & technical reports
Practical Training: Extended project work on architectural & mechanical designs.
Price: $800

AutoCAD & Drafting – Comprehensive Training
Duration: 8 months
Content:
Detailed 2D & 3D modeling
Structural & civil engineering drafting
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) drafting introduction
Building codes & documentation standards
Practical Training: Field-based drafting assignments + project submission.
Price: $650