Drafting and Computer-Aided Design 30

This is an advanced drafting course where you will become familiar with the newest drafting technology used by professionals across the industry.

Note: There is limited space in this course and registration will be closed once at capacity.

This course also has a dual credit option with Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

Prerequisite

None
Recommend completing Drafting and Computer-Aided Design 20

Delivered

Online Asynchronous

Credits

PAA 30

What Will I Learn?

The drafting challenges tackled will involve complex angles, multiple dimensions and a host of interrelated parts. You will produce section views, mechanical working drawings and 3D drawings of several different objects, each one demonstrating a thorough understanding of advanced dimensioning and CAD drafting best practices.

As with all forms of engineering, computer-aided design requires a great degree of precision and accuracy. As you move through the course, expectations for precise work will intensify along with the complexity of the tasks tackled.

Note: Your desktop computer or laptop must be capable of running the programs below. Click on the links below for minimum system requirements.

Units of Study

AutoCAD Review

Section Views

Mechanical Drawings

Basic and Intermediate 3D CAD

Advanced 3D CAD

Exams

No Proctored Exams

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Course Materials

You Will Need

Windows or Mac computer capable of running both AutoCAD and FUSION 360. 10GB - 20GB of hard drive storage is required.

  • AutoCAD program (free download) - can be installed on a Windows computer or Mac

  • Fusion 360 program (free download) - can be installed on a Windows computer or Mac

Reliable internet connection and device to submit course work, including speakers or headphones.

Supplied by Sask DLC

Online course material and course timetable

Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre provides Kindergarten to Grade 12 courses to Saskatchewan students who choose to study online. We empower students and families to choose the learning environment that works best for them, while supporting their graduation plan.

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