In a nutshell
What are the qualifications about?
The Certificates in Computer Aided Design can help you find a design-related job in the manufacturing, architecture or engineering sectors.
You'll learn about the principles of 2D and 3D computer aided design as well as gain new technical and business skills to help you move on in your career.
Who are they for?
The Certificates in Computer Aided Design are for anybody who works or wants to work in manufacturing, architectural or engineering design.
They are suitable for adults following a full time course of further education or seeking to upgrade or retrain, as well as those already working in the sector.
Why choose City & Guilds?
A City & Guilds qualification is proof that you have the right skills to do your job well - which is why so many employers look for people who have one. You can be confident your qualification is well respected within your industry.
City & Guilds qualifications are engaging and rewarding, and can lead to a whole range of fulfilling careers - including many of the UK's happiest professions.
Fast facts
| Qual. number: | 4353 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Vocational |
| Level: | 2 and 3 |
| 20-170 | |
| Duration: | TBC |
| Fundable? | Yes. See the Learning Aims Database |
| Last registration: | 31/03/2010 |
Your questions
... if you're taking these qualifications
- What sorts of things do they cover?
Depending on the qualification you choose you'll cover things like:
- 2D and 3D computer aided design principles
- CAD Parametric Modelling
- how to apply and modify 2D computer aided design
- Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machining.
- How will I learn and be assessed?
A QCF qualification gives you greater flexibility when studying and allows you to transfer credits across qualifications. You will be awarded credits for each course of study you complete.
For the Certificates in Computer Aided Design the assessments will depend on the qualification. Assessment methods include online assessments, multiple choice examinations, practical demonstrations and assignments and written examinations.
For full information on how you are assessed, download the course handbooks in the key documents section.
- Which level is right for me?
Level 2
You have some basic computer design skills and are interested in a career in engineering or manufacturing design. You want to learn more about computer aided design and gain a formal qualification.Level 3
You've worked in the computer aided design industry for some time - you have plenty of experience, and you might already supervise others or manage resources. You want to gain a formal qualification that recognises your skills and will help you progress in your career, maybe into a management role. - How long do they take?
Guided learning hours
Guided learning hours are the hours you spend learning with your training provider or on your own. The guided learning hours for this qualification are:- Level 2 Certificate in 2D Computer Aided Design Level 2: 20 hours
- Level 2 Certificate in Computer Aided Design (CAD) Parametric Modelling: 90 hours
- Level 3 Certificate in Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing (2D): 170 hours
- Level 3 Certificate in Computer Aided Design: 90 hours
- Level 3 Certificate in Computer Aided Design (CAD) Parametric Modelling: 90 hours
- What jobs could they lead to?
The various Certificates in Computer Aided Design can lead to a variety of jobs including:
- cad draughtsperson
- engineering craft/cnc machinist
- engineering operative.
After completing the Level 2 qualifications you might want to move on to the Level 3 certificates in this suite of qualifications.
If you want to learn more about computer aided design you might be interested in:
- 7579 Certificate in Computer Aided Design and Manufacture (3D.
... if you're delivering these qualifications
- How would we deliver and assess them?
To deliver a Vocationally Related Qualification (VRQ) you'll need to provide your learners with a suitable learning environment and the resources they need to complete the practical and theoretical aspects of the qualification. You will need qualified internal assessors.
To find all the requirements for assessment and delivery, download the course handbooks from the key documents section
- What resources do we need?
In order to offer the Certificate in Computer Aided Design, you will need:
- suitably qualified staff to carry out training and assessment
- suitable facilities to carry out the required training to enable learners to achieve industry standards.
Full details are contained within the qualification handbook.
- How can we get approval to offer them?
New to City & Guilds?
First become a centre - then you can apply for qualification approval.Already a centre?
Download and complete the qualification approval form (PDF) and send it to your local City & Guilds office. - Are there any learner eligibility requirements?
Anyone can take this qualification, but you must make sure all your learners can access the resources they need to complete it.
- Do these qualifications replace any others?
These 4353 Computer Aided Design qualifications are intended to replace the City & Guilds 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD).
e-learning support
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Online assessment available (GOLA) What is this?
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Online tutor and learning support available (SmartScreen) What is this?
Related qualifications
Related careers
- Draughtsperson
- Engineering craft/CNC machinist
- Engineering operative
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