Wodonga TAFE
Full-time: 12 months; Part-time: 24 months; Traineeship: 2-3 years
Master precision engineering drafting and CAD software to create detailed 2D and 3D drawings for mechanical and manufacturing industries. This course is ideal for aspiring draftspersons and current professionals seeking to advance their technical skills in engineering design.
You must be either employed or looking to be employed within an engineering-related industry directly, or under an Australian Traineeship agreement. You will need a notebook or computer to complete Moodle tasks and project assessment work in your own time. A geometry box (compass, set square, ruler, dividers, protractor, pencil, eraser), calculator, and basic computer literacy are required. For online students, a dual-screen setup is strongly recommended to improve workflow and learning efficiency.
The course covers producing detailed 2D and 3D drawings and schematics that meet Australian Standards (AS), constructing 3D models and assemblies of mechanical parts with analysis and schematic creation, using industry-leading CAD software including AutoCAD and Inventor, applying engineering (Mechanical) principles and technical mathematics to real-world projects, and developing and prototyping 3D models using 3D printing technology. Compulsory units include basic engineering detail drawings, 3D solid modeling using CAD systems, schematic drawings for hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power systems, surface modeling techniques, 3D model assemblies, technical engineering drawing interpretation, engineering measurements, safe work practices in manufacturing and engineering, information organization and communication, computing technology interaction, force systems calculations, mathematical techniques in manufacturing engineering, and environmentally sustainable work practices.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organization (RTO 3097) offering industry-relevant, nationally recognized qualifications. The institution provides flexible delivery options including face-to-face classes, online learning, and blended models to accommodate different learning needs. With access to industry-leading CAD software and 3D printing technology, students gain practical experience with tools used in professional engineering environments. The course is an approved traineeship in Victoria and New South Wales, providing pathways to further qualifications and career advancement.
Upon completion, you'll be equipped to work as a Draftsperson, CAD Technician, or Civil Engineering Draftsperson. The qualification provides pathways to further study including the Diploma of Engineering Technology or Certificate IV in Residential Drafting. You'll develop skills and knowledge to advance within engineering and related technologies fields and undertake more highly skilled work in mechanical design, manufacturing, and engineering sectors.