CAD and BIM fundamentals
Build practical CAD and BIM skills through short, beginner-friendly modelling and drawing exercises. These lessons introduce tools and workflows used in architecture, engineering and construction.
Choose a software learning path below to read about the program and follow its available lessons in order. Planned lessons are labelled Coming soon.
FreeCAD learning path
Start with free, open-source parametric 3D CAD. Make your first plate, then add and resize a through hole.
2 lessons available · Lesson 3 Coming soon
Blender learning path
Build precise 3D geometry and explore modelling skills for architectural visualisation.
1 lesson available · More coming soon
LibreCAD learning path
Practise precise 2D drafting with linework, dimensions and drawing views.
1 lesson available · Lesson 2 video available · More coming soon
Tinkercad learning path
Create simple 3D components in your browser and learn accurate sizing and spatial relationships.
1 lesson available · Lesson 2 video available · More coming soon
Autodesk Fusion learning path
Model custom components and fabrication prototypes with parametric 3D CAD.
2 lessons available · More coming soon
AutoCAD Web learning path
Practise 2D drafting and dimensions in your browser with familiar DWG workflows.
1 lesson available · More coming soon
AutoCAD Desktop learning path
Build precise solids and explore 2D and 3D CAD workflows for AEC documentation.
2 lessons available · More coming soon
Revit learning path
Start building BIM skills with a first parametric family exercise.
Lesson 1 video available · More coming soon
SketchUp learning path
Explore 3D concepts for buildings, interiors and spatial design.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
SOLIDWORKS learning path
Learn component and assembly modelling for engineered building products and equipment.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
Onshape learning path
Explore browser-based parametric design and collaborative component modelling.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
Archicad learning path
Build architectural BIM skills for coordinated building models and documentation.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
Rhino learning path
Explore precise free-form geometry for architectural forms, details and fabrication.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
OpenSCAD learning path
Learn code-driven 3D modelling for repeatable components and configurable geometry.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
Autodesk Inventor learning path
Explore mechanical components, assemblies and fabrication documentation for AEC products.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
Shapr3D learning path
Develop 3D concepts for spaces, furniture and fixtures across desktop and tablet workflows.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
Solid Edge learning path
Explore mechanical components, frames, sheet metal and fabrication drawings.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
Siemens NX learning path
Explore detailed engineering geometry for complex products, assemblies and equipment.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
CATIA learning path
Explore advanced geometry and specialist building and infrastructure workflows.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
Creo Parametric learning path
Learn feature-based component design that preserves design intent when dimensions change.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
Plasticity learning path
Explore solid and surface modelling for architectural details, furniture and sculptural forms.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
SolveSpace learning path
Practise constrained 2D and 3D geometry with components, simple assemblies and fabrication profiles.
Lessons 1–3 · Coming soon
