Draughtsman Training Course

Master essential draughtsman skills online with expert-led training—learn design, drawing, CAD, and more.

Overview

Dive into the technical craft of drawing and design with this Draughtsman Training Course. Built for aspiring professionals and design enthusiasts, this course guides learners through the structured process of technical drawing, reading blueprints, applying CAD tools, and interpreting architectural, engineering, or mechanical drawings with accuracy. Whether you aim to specialise in architectural detailing or mechanical drafting, the course is designed to improve your confidence in navigating complex designs and schematics.

With accessible online modules, you’ll cover essential topics from the foundations of drawing instruments to detailed scale reading, drawing conventions, and CAD integration. Each section is thoughtfully structured to help learners grasp not just how things are drawn—but why they’re drawn that way. Ideal for anyone seeking technical precision without needing a workshop, this course suits learners with a sharp eye for design and a knack for detail.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand basic to advanced draughting principles and technical drawing methods.
• Learn to read, interpret, and create 2D technical diagrams effectively.
• Apply drawing standards across architectural and mechanical documentation.
• Gain confidence in digital design tools like AutoCAD and similar platforms.
• Identify and label engineering and architectural symbols accurately.
• Explore professional drawing presentation techniques and drawing layout rules.

Who is this Course For

• Individuals interested in technical drawing for design or architecture.
• Students wanting to build core draughting and blueprint-reading skills.
• Anyone considering a drafting role in design or engineering offices.
• CAD users seeking structured draughtsman knowledge with theory emphasis.
• Home learners aiming to explore 2D drawing systems and conventions.
• Professionals shifting to design roles needing structured drawing insight.
• Hobbyists curious about drawing for manufacturing or construction fields.
• Jobseekers preparing for junior roles in architectural or design teams.

Career Path

• Architectural Draughtsman – Average Salary: £28,000/year
• CAD Technician – Average Salary: £30,000/year
• Mechanical Draughtsman – Average Salary: £32,000/year
• Design Technician – Average Salary: £29,500/year
• Technical Illustrator – Average Salary: £27,000/year
• Engineering Drawing Officer – Average Salary: £31,000/year