Mechanical Drafting Technician

Diploma: Certificate

Location: Downtown

International students admissibility: Accepts International Students

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Overview

Learn Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) and 3D Building Information Modelling (BIM) tools and techniques used in the mechanical processes for mining, energy, chemical processing, and fabrication as well as building systems and commercial development.

This program is only open for domestic students(Canadian/Permanent Residents). If you’re interested in as an international students, please visit aaaa.vcc.ca

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Certificate
Length	Duration: Ten (10) months comprised of three terms. Maximum Time for Completion: Three (3) years.
Hours	This program is offered full time during the day (approximately 3 days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.). Days and times are subject to change.
Delivery	Class-based and Online
Campus	Downtown
Start Dates	Sep

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Admission Requirement

Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C-’ grade, or equivalent
Workplace Mathematics 11 or equivalent

Notes:

VCC CAD Technician Short Certificate graduates (granted within the last 2 years) may be eligible to receive credit for: DRFT 1010, DRFT 1011, DRFT 1012, DRFT 1013.

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.

Recommended Characteristics

Related work experience
General computer skills, including working knowledge of Windows OS.
Good mechanical comprehension.
Ability to work in imperial and metric units of measurement.
Good hand-eye coordination, ability to look at computer screen for long periods of time, to complete seated work for long periods of time, and manual dexterity for keyboard/mouse.
Successful work habits and an ability to work well with others.
Logical reasoning, spatial ability, and an ability to visualize objects.
An interest in all aspects of architecture, engineering, general construction and related fields.

Program Availability

Not currently available.

Courses

Full-time

Course list is not available at the moment.

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 Costs

Application fee	$36
Tuition	$7,214	Year 1 - $1,623 Year 2 - $2,705 Year 3 - $2,886
Student union	$217
College initiative	$121
Materials		not including textbooks
Campus resource	$145
Laundry
Uniform (Deposit)
Medical & Dental	$285	Provided by Student Union
U-Pass	$469	Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more.
Graduation	$45
Total	$8,530

Books & Supplies

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax

Open Educational Resources(OER) at VCC

No-cost textbooks are available for this program.

* 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 non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).

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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Application Process

TO APPLY FOR THE MECHANICAL DRAFTING TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE: If you want to take the Mechanical Engineering Technician Certificate, go to EducationPlannerBC and apply for the Mechanical Drafting Technician Diploma. Once you have successfully completed term 3, you may request to exit the program and obtain a certificate. TO REQUEST ADVANCED ENTRY INTO TERM 2: You may be considered for advanced entry into term 2 if you have completed one of the following:

VCC CAD Technician Short Certificate (granted within the last 4 years)
Drafting 11 and 12 in high school (with Departmental approval)

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