About this course

This award will equip you with the basic understanding and principles of 2D drawing environment, in terms of hardware, software and physical surroundings. It will explore the typical composition of a CAD system and health and safety matters that are associated with safe working practices.

What you will study

1.1 -Identify hardware required for a 2D CAD system

1.2 - Identify software required for a 2D CAD system

1.3 - Manage files including file types

1.4 - Follow legislation associated with computer use

1.5 - Describe safe working practices

1.6 - Describe how to prevent common injuries associated with extended computer use

Teaching and assessment

Practical assignment work and online exams.

Course fee per year

Exam Fee: £114.00

Part-time enrolment fee: £40.00

Entry requirements

Applicants will need to have a genuine interest in producing computer aided drawings, a basic knowledge of CAD systems and interest in engineering/construction drawings based around design.

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

15 January 2025

End date

4 June 2025

Time of day

Night Time

Part Time

3 hours per week

Location

Barry Campus

Maps & directions

£: This course is free for unemployed adults or adults in receipt of specific benefits. If eligible, you do not pay the 'Course fee' listed under 'Course fee per year'. A registration fee of £10-40 may be charged. Any professional registration fee / exam fee / other fee listed will need to be paid for. Financial support for these costs may be available. To find our more go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding

Course code

MMCR2P00

L2

Qualification

City & Guilds Level 2 Award In 2D Computer Aided Design

I had previously studied mechanical and electrical engineering and, after a bit of time off in-between, the position of process operator felt like a good choice for me. I have found the tutors are really good. The facilities are also really good here and I think the College has everything you would need.

Jay Johnstone

Former Level 2 Process Operating Apprentice. Current Level 3 Process Operating Apprentice

75,000

There are over 75,000 currently working across Cardiff Capital Region in Engineering and Electronic Engineering. The average wage for those working in the industry is £33,000. (Lightcast 2022).

The qualifications could lead to a career as a CAD draughtsperson. It could also help you to progress into similar courses within Higher Education.