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Auto Desk (AutoCAD)
Below is an overview and directions for NDSU students, faculty and staff to obtain Auto Desk (AutoCAD) on their personal computers.
Overview
AutoCAD is computer-aided design (CAD) software that architects, engineers, and construction professionals rely on to create precise 2D and 3D drawings.
- Draft, annotate, and design 2D geometry and 3D models with solids, surfaces, and mesh objects
- Automate tasks such as comparing drawings, adding blocks, creating schedules, and more
- Customize with add-on apps and APIs
Getting Started
Please consult with your Software Contact. If you do not know who your contact is you can find them on the Software - Contacts page. Please be sure to let your contact know what components you would like included in your order. If you do not renew your license you MUST remove the application from your machine. For pricing information, visit the Software - Faculty and Staff Price List page.
Students: Go to https://accounts.autodesk.com/register and create an account using your NDSU email. Then go to: https://www.autodesk.com/education/edu-software to download the software. You may have to first verify that you are a student.
Best Practices
Auto Desk recommends users begin by Developing CAD Standards to standardize styles, templates and naming standards.
Learn More/How To's
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FAQs
Use Cases
AutoCAD is computer-aided design (CAD) software that architects, engineers, and construction professionals rely on to create precise 2D and 3D drawings. AutoCAD is often used to draft, annotate, and design 2D geometry and 3D models with solids, surfaces, and mesh objects
Universal Design/Accessibility
Auto Desk (AutoCAD) is Section 508 Accessibility Compliant.