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AutoCAD for Landscape Design

The #1 online course to learn AutoCAD for landscape design with a 285+ pre-built CAD Library, done-for-you layers and importable pen settings.

What's included?

Our AutoCAD course for landscape design equips you with essential trainings and must-needed files, setting you up for success by significantly reducing the learning curve and empowering you to master the software efficiently.

  55+ Step-by-Step Video Trainings

Master AutoCAD with our series of video trainings, tailored to teach you essential techniques and tools for professional results.

  Basefile with 100+ Pre-Loaded CAD Layers

Kickstart your landscape design projects with a basefile complete with predefined lineweights, line colors, and styles for hassle-free drafting.

  100% Online, Self Paced Course

Enjoy the flexibility of our 100% online and self-paced course, allowing you to learn and advance at your own convenience.

  Importable Pen Settings Optimized for Landscape

Enhance your landscape design projects with our importable AutoCAD pen settings, optimized to deliver precise and visually distinct drawings.

  285+ CAD Landscape Symbols

A robust collection of CAD landscape symbols, featuring plant symbols, furniture blocks, and construction details, designed to boost productivity and expedite design times.

  24/7 Support to Ask Questions

Benefit from our 24/7 support system, available anytime to answer your questions and guide you through your learning journey.

Approved by APLD

The Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD) is an international organization dedicated to recognizing quality within the professions.

By completing this course, you earn 5 Continuing Education Units (CEU's) towards your APLD Certification!

“Thank you for creating such a great course. It’s been a game changer! I love the look and style of all your plant symbols and AutoCAD is more epic than I was expecting. I've already created a drawing for a client and got the job. Never would have been able to tackle AutoCAD without your help!"

- Caelin

Course Content:

LESSON 1

Overview of AutoCAD's Interface

Start your journey to mastering AutoCAD by understanding an overview of AutoCAD's interface and how to use the software specifically for landscape design.
LESSON 2

Top 24 AutoCAD Commands for Landscape

Unleash your creativity by learning which commands to use and how to utilize these top shortcuts to draw plans faster and efficiently in AutoCAD.
LESSON 3

Import Pen Settings (File Provided)

Directly import a pre-built file into AutoCAD with optimized settings to control line weights, line styles, and colors when plotting landscape drawings. 
LESSON 4

Create and Add Landscape Layers

Manage your landscape design through AutoCAD with layer management by learning how to create and assign specific landscape layers within the software. 
LESSON 5

Export a Google Earth Image

Start each drawing by examining the existing environment of your landscape project and learn how to export a HD Google Earth Image for your landscape plan.
LESSON 6

Import Onsite Measurements

Taking onsite measurements is a standard part of the landscape design process, learn how to import measurements to start a landscape plan.
LESSON 7

Import Rasterized Plat of Survey

Plat of Surveys have a tremendous amount of information, learn how to directly import these documents directly into AutoCAD to start a landscape plan.
LESSON 8

Import a Vectorized Plat of Survey

Unleash your creativity by learning which commands to use and how to utilize these top shortcuts to draw plans faster and efficiently in AutoCAD.
LESSON 9

Import Civil Engineer's Drawing

Civil Engineer's AutoCAD files contain contours, spot elevations, and other essential information, learn how to import these file types to start landscape plans. 
LESSON 10

Understand and Work with XREF's

Learn how to link other AutoCAD files completed by Architect's or Civil Engineer's into your main landscape drawing without altering work performed by others. 
LESSON 11

Prepare a Basemap for Landscape Design

Successful landscapes begin with accurate and precise basemaps. Learn how to create a landscape basemap by knowing what to include in this drawing.
LESSON 12

Create Grids and Guides

Creating grids establishes connections between the existing and proposed landscape. Learn how to maintain consistent alignment and regularity in a design.
LESSON 13

Create Functional Design Diagrams

Functional diagrams visually communicate the spatial organization of a building or space, learn how to create these diagrams in AutoCAD. 
LESSON 14

Create Plant Symbols

Landscape plans primarily consist of plant symbols. Learn how to create custom plant symbols for in AutoCAD to use on all future landscape plans.
LESSON 15

Design a Landscape

Learn how to use AutoCAD to design landscapes from complete scratch with these step-by-step tutorials from our instructor.
LESSON 16

Design a Backyard Patio

Learn workflows and tips to create luxurious backyard patio designs with AutoCAD's set of top commands which can be used on al future projects.
LESSON 17

Create Paver Borders

Within AutoCAD, learn how to create detailed landscape plans by utilizing specific commands to help design faster and efficiently. 
LESSON 18

Create Landscape Sections

Learn how to create 2D landscape sections to communicate different perspectives and ideas of your project to clients.
LESSON 19

Dimension Landscapes

Use AutoCAD to dimension key areas of your project to communicate lengths and widths to construction crews for an efficient building process. 
LESSON 20

Create Plant Lists

Learn how to automatically count plants and create planting schedules for contractors or clients to estimate planting designs.
LESSON 21

Scale a Landscape Plan on Paper

Finalize your landscape plan on standard paper sizes and scale your drawing to industry-specific Architecture or Engineering scales for the construction crews. 
LESSON 22

Export a Landscape Plan to PDF

Export your landscape plan in AutoCAD to PDF format to send to clients or construction crews to ultimately install the landscape.

“I had a fantastic experience with this course [AutoCAD for Landscape Design]. The teaching style is exceptional, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. This course is an excellent choice for beginners who are new to landscape design—highly recommend for those looking to enhance their skills and knowledge.”

- Irshad

285+ CAD Landscape Library

Save time learning AutoCAD by eliminating the need to create CAD blocks and start your journey off right by utilizing a 285+ CAD Library consisting of pre-built construction details, elevations, plant and hardscape symbols .

60+ 2D Plant Symbols

This pre-built plant symbols library consists of plants in all Hardiness zones including:
  • Deciduous / Evergreen Trees
  • Deciduous / Evergreen Shrubs
  • Palms / Broadleafs
  • Ornamental Grasses
  • Perennials
  • Annuals

45+ 2D Watercolor Plant Symbols

This pre-built plant symbols library consists of plants in all Hardiness zones including:
  • Deciduous / Evergreen Trees
  • Deciduous / Evergreen Shrubs
  • Palms / Broadleafs
  • Ornamental Grasses
  • Perennials
  • Annuals

50+ Hardscape & Furniture Library

This pre-built hardscape symbols library consists of:
  • Outdoor sofas
  • Pool Loungers
  • Side Tables
  • Accent Chairs
  • Outdoor Tables

30+ Landscape Architectural Elevations

This pre-built library consists of hardscape elements showing elevations in:
  • Fencing
  • Outdoor Kitchens
  • Plantings
  • Outdoor Structures
  • Retaining Walls

40+ Landscape Construction Details

This pre-built library consists of hardscape elements showing elevations in:
  • Fencing
  • Outdoor Kitchens
  • Plantings
  • Outdoor Structures
  • Retaining Walls
  • Paving

60+ Design-Style Plant Libraries

This pre-built plant symbols library consists of design-style plants including:
  • Desert
  • Evergreen
  • Formal Garden
  • Japanese Garden
  • Mediterranean
  • Tropical 

"I learned the basics of landscape design when enrolling in AutoCAD for Landscape Design. However, it didn't stop there, each video was deliberate and you have the opportunity to practice with pre-built tools and templates supplied in the course. [AutoCAD for Landscape Design with 280+ CAD Library] offers so much more, it gives you exactly what you need to create your landscape design business."

- Jason

This course is taught with a real-life property

This course is taught using a real-life property, providing you with practical knowledge and workflows on how AutoCAD is used in landscape design, enabling you to replicate these proven techniques in the field for your future clients and projects.

Files will be provided for you:

  Plat of Survey
  Architecture Plans & Elevations
  Google Earth Imagery
  List of Client Requests
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“As somebody who has never opened AutoCAD prior to starting this course, I am now drawing entire properties to scale. The focus on core commands has helped simplify AutoCAD, which is otherwise a somewhat imposing piece of software. And using these commands, I've found it possible to do just about anything I need when drawing properties. I'm looking forward to using these foundations to develop further skills, and improve my drawing capabilities. Without this course, I might never have attempted to use AutoCAD, so thanks again and I highly recommend the course to anyone interested in getting started with CAD for Landscapes.”

- Chris

In 4 weeks, you'll produce a full 2D masterplan

After completing this course, you will be able to design full, to-scale masterplans for clients or contractors, utilize a pre-built CAD library for all future projects, and apply core AutoCAD skills to enhance your landscape design offerings for every client.

All the pre-built tools are yours, indefinitely:

  Library of video trainings to revisit when needed
  285+ CAD Library to use on all future projects
  Core knowledge to use AutoCAD on future clients
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"It has been over a decade since I used CAD, and since I do have some experience, I love how each module is separated by specific commands for easy access to the commands that I need refreshing on. I also feel it is important that he verbally communicates every step as he does it.”

- Adrian

Learn when you want

Our online AutoCAD course is the top choice for landscape design professionals, featuring tailored videos that align perfectly with industry processes and a comprehensive pre-built CAD library to accelerate your learning and application.

  100% Online

Provides professional landscape designers with the flexibility to advance their skills without disrupting ongoing projects.

  Self-Paced

Tailored educational journey to fit your schedule and learning styles, enhancing comprehension and retention.

  24/7 Support via Email

Ensures you learn the material, are confident within the software, and are backed for success as a designer.

  Lifetime Access

Allows you to revisit and refresh your knowledge whenever needed, adapting to changes in your career over time.

  Future Updates for Free

Always have the most current and relevant information, enhancing your skills and knowledge as industry standards evolve.

  Includes Pre-Built Files & Templates

Streamline the learning process, allowing you to focus on mastering design skills rather than spending time on repetitive tasks.

Breakdown of What's Included

AutoCAD for Landscape Design = a $997 value

285+ CAD Landscape Library = a $997 value

Total Value of $1,994

Masterclass Price = $597

That's 70% Off and a Savings of $1,397

"AutoCAD for Landscape Design was a really good course. I learned all the skills I need to be an effective entry level designer and I am confident in my ability to design real life landscape construction drawings. In conjunction with another college course, I found this course instruction was amazingly simple to follow. I understand AutoCAD so much better now!

- Julianna

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Frequently asked questions

What do I need to start the course?

  1. A computer or laptop (PC or Mac)
  2. Internet connection to access course trainings directly on our website.
  3. AutoCAD installed on your computer.

Is AutoCAD included in the purchase of the course?

AutoCAD the Software is not included with the course purchase. We highly recommend purchasing AutoCAD LT, a cost-effective of regular AutoCAD without 3D capabilities. Here is a link to AutoCAD LT by AutoDesk.

What system are the trainings recorded on?

All trainings were recorded on Windows PC, however, throughout the trainings, shortcuts for Mac are announced and an additional eBook outlining the minor differences between systems is supplied in PDF format. 

How is the course taught?

The course is taught all online and is accessible 24/7 through our course dashboard. During the checkout, you are required to input your email and set your password. Upon purchasing the course, you can begin learning how to use AutoCAD for Landscape Design immediately. 

How is the 280+ CAD Library delivered?

The 280+ CAD Landscape Library is pre-loaded in the course dashboard and is accessible to download as a zipped-folder. 

Do I need AutoCAD experience?

No AutoCAD experience is required or needed. This course is designed to teach beginner to intermediate users how to use AutoCAD to create 2D landscape plans with efficient workflows and pre-built CAD Libraries to use on all future projects. 

Does the course cover real-life scenarios?

Yes! This course takes you through the complete process of designing a residential landscape from start to finish. All files and information (ie: Plat of Surveys, Property Information, etc.) is provided to users within the course dashboard. 

What is the outcome of this course?

By the end of this course, you will know how to use AutoCAD to design landscapes for all future projects and know how to create to-scale, high-quality 2D landscape plans in PDF format for clients and/or contractors.

What is the return policy?

Due to the nature of the course releasing all content upfront, all course sales (including the payment plan) are final. If you have questions prior to purchase, we'd be happy to assist answering your questions. Please send questions to contact@thelandscapelibrary.com.

Do you offer support if I'm stuck?

Absolutely! We are 100% here for you to learn how to use AutoCAD for Landscape Design. On all Tiers, we offer 24/7 support via email to answer any questions you may have while in course.