Computer Aided Design and Drafting (Cadd)
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Program Facts
KPU ( Kwantlen Polytechnic University ) British Columbia, Surrey
Program Type
Diploma
Duration
24 Co op months
Annual tuition fee
23224
Language taught in
English
Start Date
January,September
Program Overview
What KPU ( Kwantlen Polytechnic University ) says about their program:

Description The Computer Aided Design & Drafting (CADD) program is designed to develop and enhance practical skills; increasing students' knowledge for a successful CADD career. Throughout the program students will design and draft various projects that are produced in digital and physical models. Students will obtain extensive experience utilizing AutoCAD and BIM softwares. This program offers students two unique ways to approach their learning. First, students may choose from two specializations: Architectural and Structural (Fall Admission Intake) Architectural and Mechanical (Spring Admission Intake) Second, while all students apply for the Diploma, students have an optional exit point after one or two semesters of coursework gaining a Citation or Certificate. Details on program and course dates are available on Kwantlen Course Timetables. Additional information is available at: kpu.ca/science/cadd Options Diploma in Computer Aided Design and Drafting The Diploma enables students to acquire advanced technical writing skills, Math skills and Physics skills, and to acquire technical skills in document control, web portfolio and CADD customization, sustainable design project management, and networking. These CADD courses are offered in the evening to facilitate certificate and advanced certificate graduates who are working in their industry. Diploma in Computer Aided Design and Drafting with Co-operative Education The Diploma in CADD with Co-operative Education allows students the option of pursuing a credential enhanced with a semester of work placement. Students interested in this credential must apply to and follow the terms and conditions indicated in the General Co-operative Education Requirements. Students complete the Co-operative Education component of this credential prior to the completion of 2000-level course components in the Diploma. Students interested in this option are advised to meet with an Academic Advisor and the CADD Program Chair.

Admissions Requirements

Admission Requirements In addition to the Faculty's Undergraduate Admission Requirement, which consists of KPU's Undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply: Satisfy the Math requirement at Level E1 of the Mathematics Alternatives Table; or through successful placement by the CADD Math Placement Test at a minimum of 60% Complete the online CADD information session or an interview with a CADD department representative. Co-operative Education The Computer Aided Design and Drafting diploma is offered with a Co-operative Education option. Co-operative Education gives a student the opportunity to apply the skills gained during academic study in paid, practical work experience semesters. Students can complete one work semester while completing their diploma. Work terms generally occur full-time in separate 4 month work semesters. Work semesters alternate with academic study. Students wishing to enter and participate in the Co-op Option must meet the following requirements: Entrance Requirements Currently admitted to the Diploma in Computer Aided Design and Drafting program. Good Academic Standing Currently in first-year courses of the Computer Aided Design and Drafting program. Work Term and Program Continuance Requirements Procedures for enrollment in Co-operative Education work terms are outlined in the COOP course descriptions. Conditions for continuance in the program are: Successful completion of COOP 1101 prior to completion of second-year courses of the Computer Aided Design and Drafting program Minimum Program GPA of 2.5 Instructor Permission Co-op Course Requirements The Co-operative Education designation requires successful completion of the following courses: COOP 1101 Introduction to Professional and Career Readiness (Credits 1) COOP 1150 Co-op Work Semester 1 (Credits )9 Total Credits 10 Note: COOP courses must be completed in ascending numerical order. COOP courses may be used only to satisfy the Co-op designation and cannot be used to satisfy other curricular requirements of the program. Additional Requirements In addition to the requirements stated above, all Co-op students must satisfy the General Co-operative Education Requirements. English Proficiency Requirements International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Test: overall band of 6.5 or higher, with a minimum 6.0 in each band Pearson Test of English (PTE): Score of 61 or higher Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): iBT 88 or higher, with no sub score less than 20 Duolingo English Test: Score of 110 or higher

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