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Entry Requirements

Some prior knowledge of CAD is recommended and/or a Level 2 CAD qualification

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Study Mode

Part time

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Duration

30 weeks x 3 hours

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Timetable

Various

Key features and benefits

  • Study at our modern Campus
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  • Rated "Good" by Ofsted in all areas - January 2022
  • Overview

    This course is suitable for those wanting to develop their AutoCAD skills further and gain more in-depth skills and those who want to work with AutoCAD drawings.

  • What will I study?

    On the course you will be able to:

    • Use a layering system and different line type styles
    • Define and use a system for grouping objects to form blocks or libraries. Blocks/WBlocks
    • Produce isometric drawings within the 2D environment
    • Produce 1st, 3rd angle and sectional drawings
    • Define and use an adjustable co-ordinate system based on user requirements
    • Use complex dimensioning routines
    • Use different drawing spaces and complex multi viewing areas.
    • Use Paper Space create different scales
    • Produce hard copies of drawings
    • Make inquiries of an existing drawing and place reference points
    • Use XRefs
    • Change the properties of drawn entities
    • Edit blocks/symbols and hatched areas
    • Use a method to remove unused items
  • Entry Requirements

    Some prior knowledge of CAD is recommended and/or a Level 2 CAD qualification.

  • How will I be assessed?

    You will be assessed with two practical assignments and a short-written exam.

  • For more information

    For more information about this course, contact our specialist team on 01254 292500 or email business@blackburn.ac.uk

  • Additional Learning Support

    Click here for all information and contact details for Additional Learning Support.

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Rated "Good" by Ofsted

January 2022