The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to utilize computer technology as a design tool and a presentation media.

Course Content:

• Analyse key features and characteristics of computer hardware and software in relation to computer-aided draughting
• Interpret key terminology, commands and icons associated with computer-aided draughting
• Discuss the contribution of technology as a design tool
• Utilise appropriate drawing commands
• to create a range of two dimensional geometrical constructions to include lines, poly-lines, splines. arcs and circles
• Utilise a range of editing commands to modify existing constructions
• Create, insert and edit a variety of blocks, layers and templates
• Employ appropriate techniques to customise a drawing in order to plot a page set-up and layouts
• Apply a range of labelling techniques to include hatching, text and dimensioning
• Modify the properties of a drawing to include application of line- type, line-weights, colours and scales
• Customise and restore default drawing tool settings
• Suggest health and safety initiatives aimed at reducing the risks associated with use of digital technology.

Duration:                   20 weeks Oct  –  March – Course runs according to demand. Course may run twice annually. For future dates see provider details here.

Sessions:                 Wednesday evenings 6.30 pm – 9.30 pm

Costs:                        €400 Includes examination fee.