What Is It?
AutoCAD is computer-aided design (CAD) software that is used for precise 2D and 3D drafting, design, and modeling with solids, surfaces, mesh objects, documentation features, and more. It includes features to automate tasks and increase productivity such as comparing drawings, counting, adding objects, and creating tables. It also comes with seven industry-specific toolsets for electrical design, plant design, architecture layout drawings, mechanical design, 3D mapping, adding scanned images, and converting raster images. AutoCAD enables users to create, edit, and annotate drawings via desktop, web, and mobile devices.
Who Is Eligible to Use It?
- Faculty as a requirement for their program on a college-owned device.
- Staff as a requirement of their role on a college-owned device.
- Students as a requirement of their program on a college computer lab device.
Where Can I Get It?
This software needs to be purchased and licensed through Technology Services. Click the "Request AutoCad Software" button to get started.
What Can I Expect?
Support Tiers
Tier 1 - Technology Services Support: Faculty and students who contact support would receive help with escalation to a predefined Northeast technology team.