Design Workshops
(Evenings)
next intake: July 15, 2025
AutoCAD
Step into the world of professional drafting with AutoCAD, the industry-standard software trusted by architects, designers, and engineers worldwide. This evening workshop offers a hands-on, fast-paced dive into the essential tools and commands of AutoCAD. Through focused, practical assignments, you'll build the skills needed to produce accurate 2D drawings and foundational 3D models. Whether you're aiming to enhance your interior design projects or expand your technical drafting abilities, this course provides a solid framework for bringing your ideas to life with precision.
What you'll learn
in this workshop
This course equips students with the practical skills needed to produce professional architectural drawings and basic 3D models using AutoCAD. Through guided exercises and real-world examples, students will gain a working knowledge of digital drafting tailored for interior design applications.
Gain a solid understanding of the interface, navigation tools, and basic commands that form the foundation of AutoCAD drafting.
Navigate and customize the AutoCAD workspace
Use essential drawing and modification tools
Organize work with layers, line types, and object properties
Focus on creating accurate, professional-quality floor plans and interior elevations specific to the needs of interior design.
Draft detailed 2D architectural drawings
Apply annotation tools for dimensions, text, and hatching
Manage drawing layout, scaling, and sheet setup for plotting
Take your drafting skills into three dimensions with an introduction to 3D modeling tools and basic visualization.
Create simple 3D forms and extrusions
Navigate 3D space and apply visual styles
Understand the basics of model presentation and rendering setup
Meet your
instructor
Instructor - Interior Design & Building Technology
Oscar Espinosa
Oscar Espinosa is an architect and entrepreneur. He holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture, a master’s degree in architectural design, and a business degree. Balancing the worlds of design and business, he proudly led his firm in Mexico for nine years. Architecture, design, and the stories hidden in the architecture we see everyday are his deepest passions.
During weekends you can find him in the outdoors, hiking, camping, and playing soccer.
Contact e-mail: oespinosa@pdaeducation.com
Course
Information
No textbooks are required. AutoCAD 2022 For Beginners (CADfolks, 2021) and AutoCAD 2023 for the Interior Designer (Dean Muccio, 2022) are recommended.
- The instructor is very knowledgeable and easy to get along with. He’s also fun to talk to and has a n awesome creative energy to him.
- Excellent environment to expand design knowledge and skills. Experienced instructor who also work in design is a great asset.
- I am grateful that PDA offers AutoCAD in victoria – many companies require the program and only PDA offers it on the island.
Upcoming classes for 2025:
July 15
September 14
Make time for your creativity.
Join our evening design workshops and gain hands-on experience in high-demand creative fields—without leaving your day job. Perfect for professionals, upskillers, and career changers.
