Course code
2C8-005
Location
Southgate Campus
Length of course
6 months part time (evening)
Course Overview
Level 2 Award in Computer Aided Design (CAD) for Adults (evenings)
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Entry Requirements
No prior qualifications or experience are required to join this course. It is suitable for beginners and those looking to formalise their CAD skills with an industry-recognised certificate.
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What this course covers
Learners will develop an understanding of CAD systems, including:
• The principles of a 2D drawing environment, including hardware, software, and workstation setup
• Health and safety considerations in a CAD environment
• Using key components in 2D CAD software
• Creating lines and shapes relative to a coordinate system
• Applying text, hatching, and simple dimensioning routines
• Modifying existing drawings
• Outputting a 2D drawing layout
Assignment-Based Assessment: Learners will complete a portfolio of evidence demonstrating their ability to use a CAD system effectively.
Level 2 Award In 2D Computer Aided Design
Fees and funding
There may be additional expenses for course materials.
Progression
Learners can progress to further training in CAD, engineering design, or digital manufacturing, with potential pathways to higher-level qualifications or employment in technical design roles.
Modules
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