2D Computer Aided Design

Qualification type: C&G Certificate Location:
Openshaw Campus
Subject area:
Creative and Digital Media
Level: 2
Course Code: CR6317-02 Leaflet Number: 609
Awarding body: Generic award - no awarding body (NONE)
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Awarding body: 
Generic award - no awarding body (NONE)
Qualification type: 
C&G Certificate
Level: 
2
Subject area: 
Creative and Digital Media
Location: 
Openshaw Campus

What's the 2D Computer Aided Design course about?

AutoCAD is the industry standard software for 2D drawing and detailing. This course is a basic level qualification for anyone wanting to learn computer aided design using AutoCAD. It includes basic 2D detailing, room plans and layouts, basic engineering drawings, annotation, dimensioning and basic scaling and printing of drawings.

Our learning materials are excellent, stimulating and up-to-date, covering the latest versions of the Autodesk software. They consist of a course book integrated with e-files for easy learning - perfect for independent study.

You will cover the following:
- Use associated IT, CAD hardware and operating system
- Use basic file management techniques and maintain health and safety requirements
- Use and identify key components of the software relating to the 2D drawing environment
- Use a range of viewing commands and set up the drawing space
- Use drawing commands to produce shapes
- Use the CAD software's co-ordinate system to aid accurate drawing
- Use hatch, text and simple dimensioning routines
- Use basic editing commands and produce simple hard copies

This course will be assessed by two assignments covering practical skills and one GOLA online test covering underpinning knowledge.

What will I be able to do after I've completed this course?

After successfully completing the course, you may progress on to the City & Guilds Level 3 Award in 2D Computer Aided Design from the 7579-03 scheme.

What qualifications or experience do I need to do this course?

All learners must have access to a computer suitable for CAD software to carry out home study whilst on the programme. Applicants must be computer literate and have some understanding of basic 2D drawings.

Which qualification will I be awarded if I successfully complete the 2D Computer Aided Design course?

You will be awarded the City & Guilds Level 2 Award in 2D Computer Aided Design (7579-02 scheme).

Attendance

Part time (evening)

Course length

14 Week(s)

Weeks per year

14

Hours per week

3

As the definition of full time and part time can vary from course to course, please check with the tutor as to the exact number of hours study each week this course will entail.

Price (for guidance only)

£380.00

The fee for this course is approximate and subject to change.The price includes tuition and materials fees (where applicable), but excludes any exam or registration fees (where applicable). The actual amount you pay may also be affected by your age and personal circumstances. For further details please visit our fees section.

How do I apply?

For further information or to apply for a course, contact our Course Enquiry Team on FREECALL 0800 068 8585 or email enquiries@themanchestercollege.ac.uk.

You can also apply on line for the 2D Computer Aided Design course.

Please note, the course information on this website is provided as a reference guide only and is subject to change. It is therefore important that you check all course details, including location, timetable, fee, etc, at enrolment as the college operates a no refund policy.