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 must complete Terms 2 and 3 (8 months) of a drafting specialty other than their original certificate. For program information, see:
- Architectural Technician Certificate
- Civil/Structural Technician Certificate
- Steel Detailing Technician Certificate
CAD and BIM Technician diploma students also learn:
- 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 CAD models
- Communication and collaboration
- Personal reflection and critical thinking
- Portfolio development
What to expect
- Eight months of full-time study
- Classes Monday - Wednesday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Presentations
- Laboratory work
- Homework
- Theory
- Individual projects
- Theory examinations
- Practical/drawing assessments
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- Architectural, Civil/Structural, or Steel Detailing Technician Certificate granted within the last 4 years.
OR
- Recent Drafting Technician Certificate (any discipline) with Department Review and Approval.
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 and manual dexterity.
- Successful work habits and an ability to work well with others.
- Logical reasoning 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
TERM ONE
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DRFT 2100 | Integrated BIM Project | 9 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
TERM TWO
Select one of: Civil/Structural OR Architectural (15 credits for either discipline)
Civil/Structural Discipline
| 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 | |
Architectural Discipline
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DRFT 2270 | Diploma Residential Design | 1 |
| DRFT 2271 | Diploma Site Planning | 1 |
| DRFT 2272 | Diploma Codes and Regulations 1 | 1 |
| DRFT 2273 | Diploma Construction Assemblies 1 | 1 |
| DRFT 2274 | Diploma Single Family Residences | 5 |
| DRFT 2275 | Diploma Codes and Regulations 2 | 1 |
| DRFT 2276 | Diploma Construction Assemblies 2 | 1 |
| DRFT 2277 | Diploma Multi Family Residences | 3.5 |
| DRFT 2278 | Diploma Drawing Plan Reading | .5 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
TERM THREE
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DRFT 2107 | Capstone Project using BIM | 6 |
| Total Credits | 6 | |
PROGRAM TOTAL CREDITS: 30
* 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 | 157 | |
| 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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