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Electrical CAD Course Online from India
Learn AutoCAD Electrical to draw control schematics, number wires, lay out PLC and panel drawings and generate BOMs and wiring reports. Live trainer-led classes for learners worldwide, with hybrid and 100% offline options in India.
Live online2 levels64–80 hYour time zone
01About the course
What you will learn in Electrical CAD
AutoCAD Electrical is Autodesk's version of AutoCAD built for electrical controls design. On top of normal drafting it adds a project manager, standard symbol libraries, smart wires with automatic wire numbering, ladder and PLC I/O tools, panel footprints linked to the schematic, and audits and reports such as bills of material, wire lists and terminal plans. A change made in one drawing is tracked across the whole project.
This page is for learners outside Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet – NRIs, professionals in the Gulf and other countries, and students elsewhere in India who want Electrical CAD taught live by a trainer.
Basic computer use and a basic understanding of electrical circuits, contactors and motors are needed. The Course on AutoCAD Electrical starts with AutoCAD basics, so prior AutoCAD is helpful but not required.
At a glance
- 2 programme levels: 64–80 h
- Live online, hybrid or offline in India
- Projects assessed before certification
- Certificate from the Livewire network
- Batches fixed around your time zone
02Outcomes
Skills you will be able to show
- Create and manage AutoCAD Electrical projects and drawings
- Insert, connect and edit schematic components from libraries and catalogues
- Draw wires, ladders and signal arrows with automatic wire numbering
- Build custom symbols and reusable circuits with Symbol Builder and Circuit Builder
- Insert and edit PLC modules and number PLC I/O wires
- Lay out panels with footprints, DIN rails, terminals and balloons
03Syllabus
Electrical CAD syllabus by level
Every module and topic taught in the classroom batch is covered online. Open a level to see its modules.
Foundation level
Course on AutoCAD Electrical
Beginners who need AutoCAD drafting basics first and then full AutoCAD Electrical schematic, PLC and panel work in 64 hours.
64 hours11 modules · 86 topicsCertificate: Livewire network
01AutoCAD Fundamentals9 topics
Introduction to AutoCAD, advantages and applicationsIntroduction to engineering drawingsExploring the GUI and workspacesAngle of projectionCoordinate systems and their typesFile management – New, QNew, Open, Save, Save As, CloseDrafting settings – grid, snap, ortho, polar tracking, object snap, object snap tracking, dynamic inputSelection commandsDrawing units and limits
02AutoCAD Drawing and Modify Tools8 topics
Line, circle, arc, ellipse, donut, polygon, rectangleMultiline, polyline, spline, xline, ray, wipeout, revision cloud, helixErase, oops, undo, redo, explodeMove, copy, rotate, mirror, array, scale, stretch, lengthenTrim, extend, break, join, chamfer, fillet, blend curvesHatch, gradient and boundaryMultiline style and edit, Pedit, Splinedit, offsetGrip editing
03Properties, Annotation, Layers and Blocks7 topics
Colour, linetype, lineweight, transparency, match propertiesText, leaders, tables and dimensionsLayer management – creating, adding and removing layersLayer status and propertiesCreating and inserting blocksWBlockCircuit design practice 1
04Introduction to AutoCAD Electrical5 topics
Applications of AutoCAD ElectricalAutoCAD Electrical vs AutoCADFeatures of electrical CADIntroduction to electrical designingGUI and workspaces
05Projects and Drawings8 topics
Introduction to Project ManagerCreating an AutoCAD Electrical projectWorking with, copying and deleting projectsProject propertiesCreating, adding and removing drawingsAdd active drawingGrouping drawings within projectsDrawing properties
06Schematic Components and Symbols10 topics
Symbol librariesInserting components from the icon menuInserting components using the Catalog BrowserInserting components from a user-defined listComponent typesInserting multiple componentsConnecting, relocating and aligning componentsEditing components and component attribute toolsLinking components with dashed linesSymbol Builder – creating a new symbol, symbol audit, saving to library
07Wires, Wire Numbers and Ladders11 topics
Wire types and creating wire layersInserting single and multiple wiresTrim, stretch and modify wiresWire gaps and interconnecting componentsAutomatic wire numbers and wire taggingThree-phase wire numbersPLC I/O wire numbersWire number edit and markersSource and destination signal arrowsInserting, modifying and renumbering laddersCircuit design practice 2
08Circuit Builder and PLC7 topics
Inserting a one-line motor circuitInserting a dual one-line power feed circuitCopy and move circuitSave circuit to icon menuGenerate PLC layout modulesPLC parametric selection and PLC full unitsModule layout, insert and edit PLC modules
09Connectors and Conversion Tools7 topics
Point-to-point wiring toolsIntroduction to connector diagramsInserting, editing and modifying connectorsGrouping wires using connectorsSpliceConversion toolsCircuit design practice 3
10Panel Layout and Terminals7 topics
Schematic vs panelCreating a panel layoutFootprints on schematic list and from icon menuDIN railsBalloons, wire annotations and name platesEditing and modifying footprints and their attributesPlacing a terminal and Terminal Editor
11Audits and Reports7 topics
Missing catalog, electrical audit and drawing auditTypes of schematic reports and generating a schematic reportInserting and editing BOM tables in drawingsTypes of panel reports and panel bill of materialsRun automatic report and automatic report generationExport to spreadsheetCircuit design practice 4 and 5
Professional level
Proficient in Electrical CAD
Electrical students and draughtsmen who want AutoCAD Electrical plus practical panel design calculations in one 80-hour programme.
80 hours12 modules · 79 topicsCertificate: CADD Centre network
01AutoCAD Electrical and Project Manager7 topics
Introduction to AutoCAD ElectricalGUI and workspaceIntroduction to Project ManagerWorking with projectsAdding a drawing and creating a new drawingDrawing propertiesPractice on drawing creation
02Symbol Builder and Circuit Builder5 topics
Symbol BuilderCircuit BuilderCopy circuitrySave circuit to icon menuPractice on Symbol Builder and Circuit Builder
03Schematic Component Tools7 topics
Insert a componentConnecting a componentRelocating componentsInserting child componentsAligning and editing componentsCatalog informationComponent attribute tools
04Wires and Wire Numbers7 topics
Wire layers and wire typesInsert wire and modify wireAutomatic wire numbersWire taggingPLC I/O wire numbersWire number editSignal arrows – source and destination
05Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)6 topics
Ladder toolsGenerate PLC layout modulesPLC parametric selectionModule layoutInsert and edit PLC modulesPLC database file
06Connectors6 topics
Point-to-point wire toolsIntroduction to connector diagramsInserting connectorsEditing and modifying connectorsLink components by dashed linesGrouping wires
07Panel Layout and Terminals8 topics
FootprintsFootprints from schematic list and icon menuDIN railsBalloons and wire annotationsCreate assemblyEditing, modifying and creating your own footprintPlacing a terminalTerminal Editor
08Conversion Tools5 topics
Convert textConvert blockConvert wiresConvert arrowsSpecial explode
09Audits, Reports and Import/Export8 topics
Missing catalog checkElectrical auditSignal error listDrawing auditTypes of schematic reports and generating a schematic reportTypes of panel reports and generating a panel reportRun automatic reportsImport from and export to spreadsheet
10Wire, Conduit and Protection Sizing9 topics
Recalculate wire size – select motorWire size lookupIntroduction to MCB and MCCBHow to select MCB and MCCBAbout conduitCalculate conduit size for cableAbout fuses, types of fuse and fuse selection guideTypes of protectionTypes and applications of over current relay
11Panel Design and Bus Bar Sizing5 topics
Introduction to panel designIntroduction to derating factorsAbout bus barBus bar size calculationPractice on panel design and bus bar size
12Earthing and Panel Design from SLD6 topics
Introduction to bonding, grounding and earthingDifference between bonding, grounding and earthingCalculating the number of plate, pipe and strip earthingsGeneral switchgear arrangements in a panelFactors for calculating panel dimensionsExample calculation of panel dimensions from an SLD
04Tools covered
Software and tools you will use
AutoCAD Electrical Project ManagerSymbol Builder and Circuit BuilderCatalog Browser and component librariesWire numbering and signal arrowsLadder and PLC module toolsConnector and point-to-point wiring toolsPanel footprints, DIN rails and Terminal EditorElectrical and drawing auditsSchematic and panel reports, BOM export to spreadsheetBus bar, conduit and wire size calculations
We provide training and instruction only. Software and licences are not included; use your own licence, or an educational or trial licence where the software maker offers one. See our Software & Licensing Policy. Certificates are skill-training certificates, not degrees or professional licences.
05Projects
Practice projects
PLC I/O wiring set
Insert PLC modules, connect field devices and number the I/O wires.
Control panel layout
Create the panel GA with footprints, DIN rails, terminals and balloons linked to the schematic.
Report pack
Run audits and export the BOM, wire list and terminal report to a spreadsheet.
06How online works
How the Electrical CAD course runs online
Pick the mode that matches where you are and what you can travel for.
Live online
Trainer-led sessions on your own computer. Same syllabus, project and certificate as classroom batches. Evening, early-morning or weekend slots in your time zone.
Hybrid
Part online, part in the lab. Take lab sessions at Vellore, Katpadi or Ranipet when you visit India, and the rest online. Depends on trainer and lab availability.
100% offline in India
Learn at our centres on any date that suits you and the trainer. Fast-track schedules possible. Partner-centre options in other cities are explored case by case.
07Class timings
Find your class time
Example slots for popular regions. Your exact timing is fixed with the trainer on WhatsApp.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 8:30 PM–10:30 PM |
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 7:30 AM–9:30 AM |
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 10:30 AM–12:30 PM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 12:30 AM–2:30 AM (next day) late night in Indiawinter · summer: 11:30 PM–1:30 AM late night in India |
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 11:30 AM–1:30 PMwinter · summer: 10:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 2:30 PM–4:30 PMwinter · summer: 1:30 PM–3:30 PM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 4:30 PM–6:30 PM |
| Singapore | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 3:30 AM–5:30 AM late night in India |
| Singapore | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 6:30 AM–8:30 AM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
08By country
Electrical CAD for learners in your country
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Online details 10FAQ
Electrical CAD online – FAQ
Still have a question? Message us on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppCan I learn Electrical CAD online from outside India?
Yes. Electrical CAD is taught live online by a trainer, with the same syllabus, hours and project as the classroom batch. Batches are planned around your time zone, subject to trainer availability.
How many hours is the Electrical CAD course?
Electrical CAD is offered at 2 levels (64–80 h): Course on AutoCAD Electrical – 64 hours; Proficient in Electrical CAD – 80 hours.
Do I need to buy the software?
We teach; we do not supply software. Use your own licence or an educational or trial licence where the maker offers one. Our Software & Licensing Policy explains the rules.
Can I attend some classes in person in India?
Yes. Hybrid and fully offline options are available at our Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet centres on dates agreed in advance, depending on trainer and lab availability.
What does it cost?
Fees depend on the level and mode. Message +91 8111 029 125 on WhatsApp for the current fee and payment options for your country.
Will I get a certificate?
On completing the course and its project you receive the Livewire network certificate. It is a skill-training certificate, not a degree or a professional licence.
Start from anywhere
Get the Electrical CAD syllabus, fee and next batch
Tell us your country and preferred time. We reply on WhatsApp with the syllabus, fee and the next available batch.
- Live online, hybrid or 100% offline in India
- Batches in your time zone, based on trainer availability
- Free counselling and a syllabus on WhatsApp
- One number for everything: +91 8111 029 125