Build your technical drawing and CAD skills used across construction and engineering with the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman.
Overview of the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman
The Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman is a level 5 course covering technical drawing, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and drafting for construction and engineering. Learners will study how to turn design ideas into clear drawings and digital models that can be understood and used by project teams.
The course will teach you how to use tools such as AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit as part of the training. Aside from that, this programme will develop your professional skills in project planning, parametric modeling and also digital project management. Mastering these skills are important if you want to effectively communicate design information towards designers, engineers and other stakeholders.
Why Choose this Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman?
The Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman will teach you principles of Manual and Digital drafting. You will see why drawings are made in certain ways before you draw them with CAD software. Here’s why you should take this course:
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit: Learn useful software to make technical drawings and models of buildings.
- Understand established drawing standards: Grasp the standard measurement conventions such as BS and ISO conventions.
- Develop your 2d and 3d Skills: Know the various methods for communicating information about design.
- No traditional exams: Students show they have understood the study materials through assignments.
- Flexible study schedule: online learning method is good for the working person or anyone with other commitments.
Course Snapshot of the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman
| Level | 5 |
| Format | Online / Flexible |
| Duration | 24 months. |
| Assessment Method | Assignments-based |
| Full Price | £2,200.00 |
| Subscription | £220.00 per month for 12 months, £220.00 single sign-up fee. |
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Real-World Applications of the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman
This Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman will teach you skills that are useful in real world scenarios. One example of such a scenario is revising drawings when architects, engineers or clients make design changes. Plans can change depending on many factors, and you must be able to revise the drawings accordingly. Here are some scenarios where the skills from the course are useful:
- Preparing Reflected Ceiling Plans (RCPs) showing items such as lighting, air diffusers and CCTV.
- Using AutoCAD to prepare, revise and dimension 2D drawings.
- Creating or working with 3D building models in Autodesk Revit.
- Adding dimensions and tolerances to mechanical components using GD&T principles.
- Working with ROW (Right of Way) requirements when drawing infrastructure layouts.
- Using GIS information to understand locations and spatial data when preparing civil drawings.
Challenges the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman Helps Address
This Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman will improve your capabilities to handle challenges that Draughtsperson often encounter. One example of such a challenge is finding difficulties when interpreting complex designs. You will be able to create drawings from multiple other perspectives to help communicate shapes and components that are difficult to understand from one view alone. Here are some of the challenges the CCM teaches you to identify and handle:
- Inaccurate drawings: incorrect dimensions, scales or proportions can create problems when information reaches construction or manufacturing teams.
- Communicating manufacturing tolerances: mechanical drawings need clear dimensions and acceptable variations.
- Handling infrastructure information: civil drawings may combine roads, drainage, utilities, ROW boundaries and geographic information.
- Moving from sketches to digital drawings: you need to understand both the original design information and the software used to develop it.
Learning Outcomes of the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman
After taking this Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman learners should be able to apply fundamental principles such as scale, proportion, accuracy and projection to make accurate technical drawings for a project. They should be able to interpret and produce drawings in orthographic, isometric, sectional perspective. Below are the key learning outcomes of this course:
- Create and edit 2D technical drawings using AutoCAD.
- Work with 3D building models using Autodesk Revit.
- Prepare common architectural drawings such as plans, elevations and sections.
- Produce civil drawings relating to roads, drainage, utilities and grading.
- Communicate technical design information more clearly through drawings and models.
Course Content of the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman
The Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman consists of six modules covering the main areas of technical drawing and digital drafting. Learners start with fundamental drawing principles before progressing into engineering, architectural, mechanical and civil drafting, alongside CAD training using industry software. Here is a snippet of the modules.
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Who Should Study this Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman?
The Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman is designed for aspiring draughtsmen and technicians who want to have structured training in technical drawing. But this isn’t just a course for budding architects or engineers, as technical CAD skills are transferable. The target audience of this course are:
- Construction and engineering professionals looking to improve their technical drawing and CAD skills.
- For architectural and technical design professionals who want to improve their understanding of plans, elevations, sections and digital models.
- People changing careers and existing CAD users who want to broaden their drafting knowledge, or move into digital construction and BIM related roles.
Career Pathways After Completing the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman
On this course you will learn the drawing and modelling skills useful for jobs in construction. This course helps you get one step closer to achieving your desired role or a well deserved internal promotion. However, getting a high-paying job also depends on other factors such as previous qualifications, past experience, and market requirements.
| Position | Job Description | Average Annual Salary (UK) |
|---|---|---|
| BIM Consultant | BIM consultants help construction firms use the latest design software. They look at how workers are designing today and suggest ways to improve the software and team training to work smarter. | £50,000 — £90,000+ |
| BIM Manager | BIM Managers establish the standards for software use across an enterprise for design teams. They prepare detailed project plans and train staff so that all project drawings are clear, accurate and well organised. | £50,000 — £75,000 |
| BIM Coordinator | BIM Coordinators work together to make sure the building plans from different design teams work together. They look for any design defects on screen and correct them before starting work on site. | £35,000 — £50,000 |
| CAD Draughtsman | Draughtsmen work from rough sketches made by engineers and architects and prepare clear and exact blueprints for buildings. They produce 2 Dimensional layouts and 3 Dimensional models using software, which the builders then use on site. | £25,000 — £38,000 |
Note: The above salary range is an estimate, which may vary depending on work experience, company policy and project size.
Entry Requirements for the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman
To be able to enrol in the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman, course applicants should at least be 18 years old. They must also have a good command of the English language to understand the course. This means you may have to provide evidence of your English language proficiency through IELTS or other equivalent evidence. Here are the entry requirements for the programme:
- Level 4 qualification in draughting, construction, architecture, engineering or similar.
- HNC or equivalent qualification
- Experience with CAD, technical drawing or construction design.
- If you have the relevant experience to the work but the matching qualifications, You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Course Delivery, Duration, and Assessment of the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman
| Delivery The course is delivered online with a flexible home study format. Study materials are available through the Moodle online learning platform. Moodle allows you to access your assignments, join live interactive lectures and rewatch past lectures. Learners can contact course instructors when they need support. | Duration The course can be finished in approximately 24 months. However, the duration can change depending on the learner’s pace of study. | Assessment The assessment for this course is assignment-based. There are no traditional examinations. Students work on written assignments to show that they have mastered the learning materials of the programme. |
Frequently Asked Questions about the Advanced Diploma in Draughtsman
| Q1. What will I learn in the course? You will study drafting fundamentals, engineering drawing, CAD training, architectural drafting, mechanical drawing and civil drafting. The course develops both traditional drawing knowledge and digital drafting skills used across the construction sector. |
| Q2. What software will I learn to use? The programme introduces AutoCAD for producing technical drawings and Autodesk Revit for working with digital building models. You will also learn CAD functions such as layers, dimensions, plotting and managing drawing information. |
| Q3. Will I learn to draft in multiple dimensions? Yes. The course covers the production of 2 Dimensional technical drawings as well as 3 Dimensional digital models. This gives learners experience with different ways of presenting building and engineering information depending on the requirements of a project. |
| Q4. What drawing techniques are covered in the programme? Learners are introduced to common drawing techniques including orthographic, isometric, sectional and perspective drawing. The course also covers architectural plans, elevations and sections. It will also go over specialist approaches used for mechanical and civil drafting. |
| Q5. What skills can I develop through this course? You can develop skills in technical drawing, CAD, dimensioning, modelling and interpreting design information. The course also introduces areas such as GD&T for mechanical drawings and recognised drafting standards. This knowledge will help you understand how technical information should be presented accurately. |
| Q6. Is the programme studied online? Yes. The programme is delivered online, allowing learners to access study materials, video lessons and assignments through the Moodle online learning platform. It can also be used to contact course instructors when support is needed with the learning material. |
| Q7. How is the course assessed? Assessment is assignment-based. There are no traditional exams. Learners complete written work based on the topics covered during the programme to show how well they understand and can apply what they have studied. |
| Q8. How long does the programme take? The programme can be completed in 24 months. As the programme is delivered through online and flexible study, learners can access their course materials remotely while working through the required modules and assessments. |
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