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Advance your Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Building Information Modelling (BIM) skills for work in engineering firms, architecture firms, development companies, government, or private industry.
What you will learn
To obtain the CAD and BIM Technician diploma, students study for two years.
In Year One, CAD and BIM Technician diploma students complete Terms 1, 2 and 3 (10 months) in one of three drafting specialties: Architectural, Civil/Structural or Steel Detailing. For program information, see:
- Architectural Technician Certificate
- Civil/Structural Technician Certificate
- Steel Detailing Technician Certificate
In Year Two CAD and BIM Technician diploma students complete Terms 4, 5 and 6 (8 months) of advanced 3D Building modelling and a second specialty (either Architectural or Civil/Structural), learning advanced skills such as :
- Advanced methods in technical drafting software: AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit Structure, Autodesk Civil 3D, Autodesk Navisworks, and Tekla Structures
- Integrated Design Process (IDP)
- Waste reduction and efficiency
- Design team workflow and operations
- Design team collaboration and communication
- Integration of 3D Building Models
- Communication and collaboration
- Personal reflection and critical thinking
- Portfolio development
What to expect
- Ten months full-time study in year one, and eight months of full-time study in year two.
- Project-based learning
- Presentations
- Laboratory work
- Homework
- Theory
- Individual projects
- Theory examinations
- Practical/drawing assessments
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
- English Language Proficiency at a grade 12 level or CLB/CLBPT Listening 8, Speaking 7, Reading 8, and Writing 7
- Knowledge of mathematics demonstrated by one of the following:
- Workplace Mathematics 11 or equivalent, or
- VCC Math Assessment with 80% Basic Arithmetic and 72% Basic Algebra
Applicants may be inserted into Level 4 of the program provided they have:
- Successfully completed VCC's Architectural, Civil/Structural, or Steel Modelling/Steel Detailing Technician Certificate within the last 4 years, or
- Successfully completed a Drafting Technician Certificate (any discipline) at another institution with Department review and approval.
Notes:
- Applicants who do not meet the English language requirement may be admitted at the discretion of the Department
- Applicants who have met all the above requirements and have completed high school Drafting 11 and 12 may, with Departmental approval, apply for direct entry into Level 2 of the program.
- VCC CAD Technician Short Certificate graduates (granted within the last 4 years) may insert into level 2 of the program.
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free in academic upgrading, university transfer or English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses.
Recommended Characteristics
- Related work experience
- Excellent English communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Windows OS is strongly recommended.
- Good mathematical and mechanical comprehension.
- Ability to work in imperial and metric units of measurement.
- General good health, good hand-eye coordination, ability to look at computer screen for long periods of time, and manual dexterity for keyboard/mouse.
- Successful work habits and an ability to work well with others.
- Logical reasoning, spatial ability, and an ability to visualize objects.
- An interest in all aspects of architecture, engineering, general construction and related fields.
Courses
*Program general hours
Monday to Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
TERM ONE
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DRFT 2100 | Integrated BIM Project | 9 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
TERM TWO
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DRFT 2226 | Diploma Construction Drawing Reading | 1 |
| DRFT 2280 | Diploma Industrial Site Layout | 3 |
| DRFT 2281 | Diploma Autodesk Civil 3D | 2 |
| DRFT 2282 | Diploma Road Alignment Detailing | 2 |
| DRFT 2283 | Diploma Steel Structures | 3 |
| DRFT 2284 | Diploma Principles of Reinforced Concrete | 1 |
| DRFT 2285 | Diploma Foundation Design Concepts | 1 |
| DRFT 1286 | Engineering Statics | 2 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
TERM THREE
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DRFT 2107 | Capstone Project using BIM | 6 |
| Total Credits | 6 | |
PROGRAM TOTAL CREDITS: 30
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| TERM 1 | ||
| DRFT 1010 | CAD Drafting Fundamentals | 4 |
| DRFT 1011 | CAD Drafting Applied | 3 |
| DRFT 1012 | Office & Construct Site Safety | 1 |
| DRFT 1013 | Construction Mathematics | 1 |
| TERM 2 AND 3 | 31 | |
| SELECT YOUR 1ST SPECIALIZATION (Steel Construction Modelling only available in Year 1) | ||
| ARCHITECTURAL | ||
DRFT 1270 | Residential Design | |
DRFT 1271 | Site Planning | |
DRFT 1272 | Code and Regulations 1 | |
DRFT 1273 | Construction Assemblies 1 | |
DRFT 1274 | Single Family Residences | |
DRFT 1275 | Codes and Regulations 2 | |
DRFT 1276 | Construction Assemblies 2 | |
DRFT 1277 | Multi Family Residences | |
DRFT 1278 | Drawing Plan Reading | |
DRFT 1326 | Job Search Skills | |
DRFT 1370 | Technical Communications | |
DRFT 1371 | Codes and Regulations 3 | |
DRFT 1372 | Construction Assemblies 3 | |
DRFT 1373 | Commercial Retail Buildings | |
DRFT 1374 | Introduction to 3D and BIM | |
DRFT 1375 | Commercial Layouts Using BIM | |
| CIVIL/STRUCTURAL | ||
DRFT 1226 | Construction Drawing Reading | |
DRFT 1280 | Industrial Site Layout | |
DRFT 1281 | Autodesk Civil 3D | |
DRFT 1282 | Road Alignment Detailing | |
DRFT 1283 | Steel Structures | |
DRFT 1284 | Princ for Reinforced Concrete | |
DRFT 1285 | Foundation Design Concepts | |
DRFT 1286 | Engineering Statics | |
DRFT 1326 | Job Search Skills | |
DRFT 1327 | Revit Structures | |
DRFT 1330 | Advanced Road Design | |
DRFT 1331 | Civil Utility Services | |
DRFT 1370 | Technical Communications | |
DRFT 1380 | CAD 3D and Assemblies | |
DRFT 1381 | Miscellaneous Steel | |
DRFT 1383 | Quantity Take Offs | |
DRFT 1384 | Concrete Slab on Grade Flr Sys | |
DRFT 1385 | Reinforced Concret Struc Comp | |
| STEEL CONSTRUCTION MODELLING | ||
DRFT 1290 | Struct Steel Fab Codes & Stand | |
DRFT 1291 | Introduction to Steel Detail | |
DRFT 1292 | Structural Bolting & Welding | |
DRFT 1293 | Indust & Comm Basic Framing | |
DRFT 1294 | Connection & Layout Geometry | |
DRFT 1295 | Detail of Inclined Components | |
DRFT 1296 | Miscellaneous Metals Detailing | |
DRFT 1391 | Introduction to BIM Software | |
DRFT 1380 | CAD 3D and Assemblies | |
DRFT 1392 | Working with BIM Software | |
DRFT 1370 | Technical Communications | |
DRFT 1393 | Heavy Structural Steel Framing | |
DRFT 1326 | Job Search Skills | |
DRFT 1352 | Steel Trusses | |
| TERM 4 | ||
| DRFT 2100 | Integrated BIM Project | 9 |
| TERM 5 | 15 | |
| SELECT YOUR 2ND SPECIALIZATION (MUST BE DIFFERENT FROM YOUR FIRST) | ||
| ARCHITECTURAL | ||
DRFT 2270 | Diploma Residential Design | |
DRFT 2271 | Diploma Site Planning | |
DRFT 2272 | Diploma Codes and Regulations 1 | |
DRFT 2273 | Diploma Construction Assemblies 1 | |
DRFT 2274 | Diploma Single Family Residences | |
DRFT 2275 | Diploma Codes and Regulations 2 | |
DRFT 2276 | Diploma Construction Assemblies 2 | |
DRFT 2277 | Diploma Multi Family Residences | |
DRFT 2278 | Diploma Drawing Plan Reading | |
| CIVIL/STRUCTURAL | ||
DRFT 2226 | Diploma Construction Drawing Reading | |
DRFT 2280 | Diploma Industrial Site Layout | |
DRFT 2281 | Diploma Autodesk Civil 3D | |
DRFT 2282 | Diploma Road Alignment Detailing | |
DRFT 2283 | Diploma Steel Structures | |
DRFT 2284 | Diploma Principles of Reinforced Concrete | |
DRFT 2285 | Diploma Foundation Design Concepts | |
DRFT 1286 | Engineering Statics | |
| TERM 6 | ||
| DRFT 2107 | Capstone Project using BIM | 6 |
| Total Credits | 70 | |
* 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.
Fees and other costs
*| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 35 | |
| Tuition | 6096 |
Tuition Breakdown
1829 - Term 1
3048 - Term 2
1220 - Term 3
0 - Term 4
|
| Student union | 160 | |
| College initiative | 81 | |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 122 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| Medical & Dental | 280 | |
| U-PASS | 298 | |
| Graduation | 40 | |
| Program specific extra fees | 0 | |
| Total |
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* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a $300 non-refundable deposit.
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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