3D Modeling Fundamentals

Course code DRFT 1220

Credit 3.0

Length 60.0 hours

Course outline View

This course is designed to teach students how to use the 3D modeling software to create and manage a 3D model for an industrial Project. Students will learn to create a project, piping specifications and use the tools contained in the software to create support structures, equipment models and process piping systems in 3D.

Prerequisites

DRFT 1140, DRFT 1145, DRFT 1217, DRFT 1218, DRFT 1219.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Terminology and Tools
  • Project Management Fundamentals
  • Project Creation Processes
  • Creation of 3D Models
  • Importing Existing Drawings and Blocks
  • Pipe Specification Creation and Modification
  • 3D Block Creation and Modification
  • Terminology and tools specific to 3D modeling of mechanical systems for buildings
  • Structural Steel and Concrete Creation and Modification Tools
  • Tank, Pump and Equipment Modeling Tools
  • Pipe Modeling Tools and Methods
  • Pipe Supports and Pipe Rack preliminary Design
  • Terminology and Tools used in the software and methodology
  • Orthographic drawing Creation Tools
  • Isometric Extraction and Bill of Material Creation Tools
  • Annotation and Documentation Methods

Course schedules

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.