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CAD Training for Entrepreneurs

Empowering Technical Entrepreneurs

Are you a self-taught technical entrepreneur in Zimbabwe or Southern Africa? Are you in fabrication, construction, or interior design—but struggling to produce professional CAD drawings or technical plans? You're not alone—and we’re here to help.

At the Academy of Draughting & Engineering Design, we specialize in short, intensive CAD training courses in Zimbabwe designed specifically for entrepreneurs, artisans, and technicians operating without formal design education.

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Why CAD Training Is No Longer Optional

CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software is now a critical skill across multiple industries—architecture, construction, engineering, product design, manufacturing, and even interior design. Whether you're building aluminium windows, crafting kitchen cabinets, installing ceilings, or designing landscapes, CAD skills are essential to stay competitive in today's technical economy.

Unfortunately, many artisans and technicians in Zimbabwe and the region never received hands-on CAD training during college or apprenticeship. That’s where we come in.

Importance of CAD Training

Bridging the CAD Skills Gap in Zimbabwe’s Technical Sector

We launched our CAD short courses after recognizing a major gap in the local industry. Many young Zimbabweans have ventured into entrepreneurship—fabricating steel gates, designing modern kitchens, installing glass & aluminium windows, or offering plumbing and electrical services—yet lack the design and technical documentation skills that CAD software provides.

We know some of you passed through polytechnics and universities, but didn’t receive practical, industry-relevant CAD training. That’s why our programs focus on hands-on, results-oriented learning tailored to your specific trade.

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Who Should Enroll?

Our 8-week intensive CAD training programs are ideal for:

  • Aluminium & steel fabricators
  • Carpenters & cabinetmakers
  • Interior space designers
  • Builders, electricians, & plumbers
  • Agricultural & mechanical technicians
  • Kitchen & shopfitting specialists
  • Civil engineering technicians
  • Land surveyors & landscape designers
  • Anyone in the built environment sector

CAD Software Courses We Offer

We provide practical training in the following industry-standard CAD programs:

  • AutoCAD – Ideal for drafting, construction, and general-purpose technical drawings
  • ArchiCAD – Perfect for architects and interior designers creating 3D building models
  • Revit – For BIM (Building Information Modeling) used in structural, MEP, and architectural design
  • SolidWorks – Widely used in mechanical and industrial design
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What You Need to Get Started

You don’t have to be a tech wizard to master CAD. If you can operate a computer, you can learn CAD with us. Here's what you need:

  • Basic computer literacy
  • A passion for creating, building, and designing
  • A willingness to learn and apply practical skills

Training Location & Delivery

We offer both physical classes in Harare and online CAD courses accessible across Zimbabwe and Southern Africa. Whether you're in Bulawayo, Mutare, Gweru, or Lusaka—we’ve got a flexible learning solution for you.

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Enroll Today – Transform Your Technical Career

Don't let a lack of formal training limit your potential. Join hundreds of Zimbabwean entrepreneurs who are upskilling through our CAD certification courses.

Contact us today to reserve your spot in the next intake.

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