Introduction to CAD/CAM
About this course
If you have a keen interest to pursue creative and digital skills, our Introduction to Digital Fabrication course is an excellent start to gain an understanding and practical experience of digital techniques and processes.
Digital fabrication is the process of generating physical objects directly from digital designs using computer-controlled machines. This technology encompasses a range of techniques and tools that allow for precise manufacturing and prototyping of complex structures and products.
This course will introduce you to the creative and technical methods of Computer Aided Design and also Computer Aided Manufacture.
Course Structure
Week 1: Overview of Digital Fabrication
Weeks 2 - 3: CAD Software Workshop
Weeks 4 - 5: 3D Printing Workshop
Weeks 6 - 7: Laser Cutting Workshop
Week 8: Digital Embroidery Machine Workshop
Week 9: Vinyl Cutting Workshop
Week 10: Self Identified Project
No previous knowledge or experience is required.
What you will study
This course covers a range of topics including:
• Exploring 3D design materials, techniques, and processes
• Apply 3D design materials, techniques, and processes to a brief
• Review and reflection 3D design materials, techniques, and processes
You will document your work for each session within a digital portfolio.
Facilities
The college has an extensive Design & Technology Workshop and computer facilities.
D&T Workshop
• Availability of a wide range of materials including wood, card, foam, plastics
• Access to professional tools and equipment including bandsaws, spray booths, hot wire cutters.
• CAM production including 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines and vinyl cutters.
D&T Studio
• Mac computers
• CAD software’s including AutoCAD, Fusion 360, Google SketchUp and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Course fee per year
Part-time enrolment fee: £10.00
Course Fee: £65.00
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.
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