Digital Modelling and Fabrication

L2 Level 2
Part Time
12 January 2027 — 2 March 2027
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

About this course

The aim of this 7-week course is to introduces learners to the processes and techniques used in digital fabrication, providing both understanding and practical experience of digital design and making. Digital fabrication involves generating physical objects directly from CAD designs using computer-controlled machines. This technology includes a range of tools and methods that enable the precise manufacture and prototyping of complex structures and products. 

The course will include weekly workshops where learners will explore the techniques and apply them in practical activities. This includes; 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Digital Cutting and Digital Embroidery.

What you will study

This course covers a range of learning outcomes:

  • Create a design using geometry. 
  • Manipulate and modify geometry using commands/functions. 
  • Apply dimensions and text in the layout. 
  • Set layers for functions. 
  • Save and store drawing.
  • Share drawing with relevant persons.

You will document your work for each workshop within a digital workbook.

Facilities

The college has extensive Art & Design workshops and computer facilities.

Specialist Art spaces include; Fine Art, Ceramics, Printmaking and Fashion & Textiles.

Also, Digital Fabrication production including; 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, vinyl cutters and digital embroidery.

Course fees

Administration Fee: £10.00

Awarding Organisation Fee: £20.00

Course Fee: £70.00

Entry requirements

Must be 18 years of age or above. Portfolio of work will be required on interview.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

12 January 2027

End date

2 March 2027

Time of day

Night Time

Part Time

3 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions

Course code

CDCC2P14
L2

Qualification

Digital Modelling and Fabrication

Career prospects & further study

56,000

The Creative industries is one of the fastest growing sectors with 56,000 people employed in Wales.

Learners who successfully complete this course could progress onto either our Part Time Courses:

  • Art, Craft and Design (2D) Level 2
  • Art, Craft and Design (3D) Level 2
  • Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) Level 3 
  • Graphic Design for Printed Products Level 3
  • Textile Art Level 2

or Full Time Courses:

  • Mixed Media Level 2
  • Art & Design Level 3
  • Art & Design Foundation 
  • Fashion Design Level 3
  • Graphic Design Level 3
  • Product Design Level 3

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

City Centre Campus,

Dumballs Road,

Cardiff,

CF10 5FE