3D Computer Aided Design Level 3 Award

What you need to know
How will I study?

This is a practical “hands-on” course ensuring regular contact with the software. The unit offered is 302 and includes: 1) Apply appropriate commands to set the 3D modelling environment 2) Create and use working planes at any required position/attitude within 3D space 3) Define and use co-ordinate points at any position within 3D space 4) Apply appropriate commands to construct the whole or part of a 3D model using the best available method – surface or modelling 5) Apply appropriate commands to modify 3D solid objects 6) Apply appropriate commands to perform 3D operations on existing objects 7) Apply appropriate commands to manipulate a 3D model 8) Apply appropriate commands to view 3D model in a variety of display formats 9) Print/plot/export 3D models
How will I be taught?

Learning will be via classroom exercises, lectures and tutorials as well as a self-study work pack which enables students to work at their own pace and outside of class as well as the classroom.
How will I be assessed?

Your competence will be assessed by two practical assignments and a written test. The Centre administers the assessments and you can take them at any time that the tutor considers appropriate