Part Time Auto CAD - Computer Aided Design - 2D Computer Aided Design - 3D

IT Professional Skills - Auto CAD - Computer Aided Design - 2D - X4153
Subject Area : Computing & IT
Centre : Langley Campus
Course Fee 230
Materials Cost -
Total Cost £230
The total cost includes the course fee and additional costs for materials.
Please note that a one-off 25 college administration fee is normally payable.

Interview Required : No
Start Date: 21/1/2010
Day/Time Thu, 1800-2100
Introduction
This award is a college based introduction to Computer Aided Design. These courses use AutoCAD 2009. The introductory 2D course covers all basic drawing, editing and dimensioning commands and is suitable for the complete beginner.

Description
Students will gain the necessary knowledge to construct drawings of parts and edit them. Students will also learn to use system functions such as hatching, the use of blocks, dimensioning and mirror images. On satisfactory completion of the course the student will receive a College Certificate for computer based drawing. At the conclusion of the course candidates are offered the opportunity to continue onto the City & Guilds based National Qualifications.

Duration
One evening a week over 15 weeks

Method of Study
Tutor led classes, private study to include undertaking a range of assessment activities to complete assignment for successful completion of course.

Progression
Progression to more advanced 3D CAD courses


Entry Requirement
No specific prior qualifications, learning or experience are required for candidates undertaking the qualification. However, an initial assessment of each candidate to ensure that the level of the scheme is appropriate. Candidates should preferably have a knowledge of manual drawing techniques, plus a reasonable level of understanding figure work and angles. Some experience of using computer keyboards would also be an advantage.