This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2004-2005 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
The on-line version of the University College Calendar is the Official version.
In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the
on-line version will prevail.
Effective date of this course calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2005.
Drafting/CADD Technologies
The Drafting/CADD Technologies programs are currently
working on changes to the programs that will provide multiple
entry and exit points and training more focused on specialties.
Limited Enrolment
Offered Full-time
Langley and Newton campus
Daytime program - January, May and September
Newton campus
Evening program: Open Enrollment Monthly
Offered Full time: Monday to Friday
Offered part-time: Evenings only - September to June
Newton campus
Evening program: Open Enrollment Monthly-September to June
CADD upgrading: Half Time -Monday, Wednesday and Friday
CADD upgrading: Quarter Time - Monday and Wednesday or
Tuesday and Thursday
Description
This one-year certificate program prepares students for a career as a
drafting technician.
Using the most advanced CADD (Computer Aided Design &
Drafting) software, students will learn to produce drawings from
concept sketches, design information, codes and specifications as
per industry standards for production by builders and
manufacturers.
3D graphics are quickly taking over the industry and we are one of
the first drafting programs to include 3D software in the
architectural, mechanical and process piping projects. For further
information you can visit the trades website at
www.kwantlentrades.com/drafting.
Career Opportunities
Drafting graduates may pursue a career in a variety of employment
situations in architectural, engineering, manufacturing or municipal
offices, or in a production / construction setting.
After a few years in drafting many of our graduates move on to
positions in sales, customer service, production management,
estimating, CAD and network management and contract services
(self-employment). Responsibilities can include design team
management, project management of small projects, and
production scheduling.
Specialties
Students must indicate which specialty they wish to take at time of
enrollment. Students might be required to take the Drafting Core at
a different Campus than their chosen Specialty depending on space
& enrollment. They will transfer to the Specialty Campus upon
completion of the Drafting Core.
Space may be limited in some specialties. Seats will be assigned on
first-come first-served basis. Some specialties might not run during
one semester due to low enrollment. In this event, students wishing
to take that specialty will be notified prior to the start date of the
program. They can choose another option, or wait until the next
scheduled session of their chosen specialty.
Daytime Program - Newton campus
Architectural
Electrical
Mechanical
Architectural/Industrial
Daytime Program - Langley campus
Structural
Content
Evening program - Mechanical, Industrial,
Architectural, CADD Upgrading
The evening program is competency based continuous intake and
takes advantage of modularized course material to allow a system
of individual instructor-directed learning. Each course is broken
down into modules representing a small, specialized area of
drafting that can be studied, practiced, and mastered, allowing extra
time in difficult areas and using less time in others.
Admission Requirements
In addition to general Kwantlen University College requirements,
the following admission prerequisites also apply:
Grade 12 graduation with:
Mathematics 11 with a grade of C+ or higher (Kwantlen equivalents are MATH 1092, 1093, (ABEM 0082, PSPM 1082) or testing.
English 12 with a grade of C or better (Kwantlen equivalents are ENGL 1099 or ABEE 0091, PSPE 1091) or testing.
If these requirements have not been completed within the last 5
years testing may be required
Direct Entry
An applicant may have met the above prerequisites in secondary
school or through secondary or post-secondary courses and
programs offered by Kwantlen or adult educational facilities.
Mature Student Entry
An applicant may have gained both academic and related
technology skills in a less formalized way and would be considered
for admission to the program.
Individual Basis Entry
Applicants for admission are considered on an individual basis. An
applicant's educational background and/or work experience may be
accepted as part of the program's admission requirements.
Applicants seeking placement based on past education or
experience must participate in a phone interview with the
Coordinator to determine the applicant's placement level.
Applicants might be required to produce documentation regarding
past education. (Placement testing may still be required depending
on the interview outcome). Please call 604.599.2945 to speak to the
Coordinator.
Upgrading for Entrance Requirements
If one or both of the requirements have not been completed or
waived, the student must arrange (through Admissions) to take
appropriate placement testing to assess his or her Math and English
skills. Upgrading can then be arranged if necessary.
Additional Requirements
Applicants should have the ability to work well with co-workers as
a member of a drafting/design team, which includes the ability to
communicate in both written and oral English. The ability to pay
attention to detail, and the ability to visualize in 2 and 3 dimensions
is an asset
Note: Although basic computer skills are taught in the program
applicants would benefit from having basic computer knowledge
such as E-mail, internet, file management, working knowledge of
Windows environment, basic operating system functions and text
editing.
Applicants can arrange to acquire these basic computer skills ahead
of time through Academic Career Preparation upgrading or by
entering the program early through prior arrangement with the
Drafting coordinator 604.599.2945.
Students can attend for a short time in the evening (part-time or
full-time) to take any of the specialty courses offered in the
certificate program if they meet the entrance requirements and if
space permits.
Students must complete 46 Drafting credits to graduate but can
take a variety of extra courses as options (time permitting).
Graduation
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be
awarded a citation or a certificate in Drafting or CADD.
