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National Certificate: Multi-Disciplinary Draughting (MDDOP N4/5)

Our Multi-Disciplinary Draughting National Certificate is one of the best, and most popular qualifications for a draughtsperson. It is the most recognised draughting qualification in the industry as well as the pre-requisite for any further studies in draughting. It will introduce you not only to the fundamentals of draughting but also your draughting software tools and numerous draughting disciplines such as architectural, mechanical, structural, process plant and many more. This qualification will also prepare you for the MDDOP N4/N5 National Examinations from the Department of Education.

 

Features & Benefits

  • This multi-disciplinary approach provides a wide range of occupational options for optimal job market compatibility as it does not limit the student to a single discipline.
  • It integrates multiple internationally recognised CAD software courses, accepted by industry at the value of thousands of Rands, a critically advantageous consideration for any employer during new hires.
  • We utilise industry-leading CAD/CAM/CAE software including Autodesk, Solidworks and ArchiCAD ensuring that you are educated in industry used CAD software.

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  • Our Digital Fabrication modules and Virtual and Augmented Reality technology is incorporated into this program covering AR, VR, 3D Printing, CNC Machining and Lazer Cutting.

     

  • Scarce industry skills such as Project Management, accredited by PMI (Project Management International) and others were added to further employment success and skills application. 

  • Get a free Office 365 Education A1 license, valid for the duration of your studies. 
  • Job placement assistance through our industry network and online recruitment portal, exclusively available to AIE graduates. Visit www.recruitgraduates.co.za for more.  

 

 

Choose your software elective...

 

Choose a software elective of your choice, learn the latest in industry technology, such as Virtual Reality, 3D Printing and CNC Machining with a strong focus on project production and output for industry readiness. 

 

  • MECH1Mechanical & Digital Fabrication Specialization
  • BUILD2Building, Structural & Digital Fabrication Specialization
  • VIZ33D Visualization, Rendering & Animation Specialization
  • Advanced 3D Software
    • Autodesk Inventor
    • Solidworks

 

  • Digital Fabrication
    • CNC Machining & Lazer Cutting
    • 3D Printing Fundamentals
    • Virtual (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Fundamentals

     

  • Project Management Fundamental (PMI)
  • Final Integrated Project
    • Plan and execute your project
    • Produce Data Packs, (drawings, registers, WBS’s),
    • Produce digital prototypes on the VR, 3D print and CNC cutting)
  • Workplace Preparation and Portfolio Compilation
  • Advanced 3D Software
    • Autodesk Revit Next Level (All disciplines)
    •  ArchiCAD
    • Multidisciplinary & Integrated Project Coordination in BIM

 Archicad

  • Digital Fabrication
    • CNC Machining & Lazer Cutting (Physical model building)
    • 3D Printing Fundamentals
    • Virtual (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Fundamentals

     

  • Project Management Fundamental (PMI)
  • Final Integrated Project
    • Plan and execute your project
    • Produce Data Packs, (drawings, registers, WBS’s),
    • Produce digital prototypes on the VR, 3D print and CNC cutting)
  • Workplace Preparation and Portfolio Compilation
  • Advanced 3D Software
    • 3D Max Essentials & Advanced Concepts.
    • Virtual (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Fundamentals with 3D Max.

  • Digital Fabrication
    • 3D Printing Fundamentals.
    • Virtual (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Fundamentals.
  • Project Management Fundamental (PMI)
  • Final Integrated Project
    • Plan and execute your project.
    • Produce Data Packs, (drawings, registers, WBS’s)
    • Produce digital prototypes on VR, 3D renders, animations.
  • Workplace Preparation and Portfolio Compilation

 

  • Design
  • Explore
  • Create

Re-imagine designers
of the future

This programmes incorporates the use of the MakersLab. A space where learning, exploration, design, making & testing will take place. It will act as a platform for design & prototyping of products specifically related to space-making.

Casting & Moulding, 3D Printing, Virtual Reality, Laser Cutting, CNC Milling!

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This programme incorporates the use of Virtual Reality and may include topics such as Introduction to Virtual and Augmented Reality using your Goggles VR Headset, Introduction to the 3D Environment using Virtual Reality, Modelling for Virtual Reality, Preparing your 3D Data for Virtualization and Full Immersion, Design Validation through Virtual Reality, Presenting your data in Virtual Reality.

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Admission Requirements

Grade 12 with a drawing subject and Math Literacy

Notice

 No drawing subject at school?  You can still apply but you must go through our Technical Bridging Course (LEARN MORE>) first, done 1 week prior to the start of the draughting qualification.

Notice

 No matric?  You still have options. Do our Foundation Programme (Architecture & Draughting) (LEARN MORE>) OR Engineering National Certificate N3 (LEARN MORE>)

Articulation Options

On successful completion of this qualification, you can articulate into the following:

Hardware Requirements

Please note that you are required to have your own computer for this qualification. AIE, in partnership with Dell and TripleH committed to supplying every student with a Dell laptop to support our DigitalCampus initiative. Available exclusively to AIE students, devices can now be financed with your tuition fees. We provide three models:

 

 

 

  • MEDIUMMedium Spec, Dell Vostro 3520 Series i5, 16GB
  • HIGHHigh Spec, Dell G15 5535, AMD Ryzen 5, 32GB

R18 000.00 Learn More

The laptop that meets all your everyday needs and looks good doing it. 

Medium Spec, Dell Vostro 3520 Series i5, 16GB | 12th Generation, Intel Core i5-1235U Processor (8MB Cache, up to 4.2 GHz) | 16GB, 2666MHz DDR4 Non-ECC RAM | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | M.2 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD | 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare LED Backlight Non-Touch Narrow Border WVA Display, Camera & Microphone | Windows 11 Pro

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The foundation for intense graphic and processor-heavy tasks.

Dell G15 5535, AMD RYZEN 5, 32GB | AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS, (22 MB Cache, 6 Core, up to 5.0 GHz) | 32GB (2 x 16GB), DDR5 Non-ECC RAM | Nvidia GeForce RTX3050 6GB GDDR6 Graphics Memory | M.2 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD | 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) 120hz Refresh Rate, Anti-Glare LED Backlight Display, Camera & Microphone | Windows 11 Pro

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Same foundation, more memory...for those who want to get a little more serious.

Dell G15 5511, 11th Generation Intel Core i5-11400H (15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare LED Backlight Non-Touch Narrow Border WVA Display, Power Button without Touch Fingerprint Reader, 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 Non-ECC RAM, WLAN, M.2 512GB PCIe NVMe Class 35 Solid State Drive, Nvidia RTX3050ti w/4GB GDDR6 Graphics Memory, Windows 11 Pro (64 Bit)

  • Pricing & Payment Options

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  • Duration

    Full Time

    • Full Time, Contact (Hybrid) Learning,  ±8 Months, +1 month specialization
    • Full Time, Online Learning, ±8 Months, +1 month specialization
    • Classes conducted from Monday to Friday, ±12 hours/week

    Part-Time

    • Part Time, Flexi Online Learning, ±12 Months, +1 month specialization
    • Classes conducted after hours over 2-3 sessions/week (on selected Saturdays)

    * Class structures are subject to change without notification. 

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  • Career Options

    • Building Draughtsperson
    • Mechanical Draughtsperson
    • Piping Draughtsperson
    • Civil Draughtsperson
    • CAD Operator
    • Electrical Draughtsperson
    • Structural Draughtsperson

  • Study Kit

    Your study kit is included in your fees and will contain:

      

    • Free WIFI (On-Campus only).
    • Autodesk student licenses valid for 1 year.
    • Stationery kit 
    • AutoCAD 2020, Advance Steel 2020, AutoCAD Electrical 2020, AutoCAD Plant 3D 2020, Autodesk Civil3D 2020, Autodesk Navisworks Manage 2020, Inventor Pro 2020, Fusion 230 2020, Revit 2020, ArchiCAD, and Solidworks.
    • Orientation kit including: Student Card, Welcome Letter, Getting Started Guide. 
    • Access to myAIE student portal and student support team via phone, email and tickets.  
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What you get

This qualification is designed to provide the student with multiple certificates and qualifications, 
both locally and internationally recognised by industry for maximum employability.
 

 On completion the student will earn:

 
  • • The AIE Multi-Disciplinary Draughting Certificate.
  • • N4/N5 MDDOP National Certificate Accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training (Upon completion of the DOE exams).
  • • Autodesk Certified Training Center Certificate for each Autodesk course completed.

Our Learning Methods

Our learning methods is a technology mediated delivery model, focused on flexibility, accessibility, and academic support to provide the ultimate learning experience without compromising teaching time and quality.

* As per Communique 2 of 2022 from the Council of Higher Education, all programs accredited for contact mode only may be offered in all delivery modes for the 2023 academic year. 

#Flexibility

#AnywhereAnytime

#Accessibility

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Full Time, Contact
(Hybrid) Learning

A modern twist on traditional face-to-face, full-time learning. Our contact classes are delivered via Hybrid learning, providing students with the flexibility to attend on campus, virtually, or both.

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Full Time, Online
Learning

Extending our reach with online only, full time learning. Our progressive technology platform and people-supported academic journey giving students access to our classes from anywhere in the world.

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Part Time, Flexi Online
Learning

Designed for the working professional, our part time programmes provide you with the flexibility to manger your own schedule and pace of learning. Sessions are conducted after hours on selected weekdays, and on alternate Saturdays.

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Career Video

Watch this video to understand a day in the life of a senior draughtsman. 

Important Notes

Departmental exam fees are not included in the price and will be R550 per exam should the student wish to write these exams.

PART 1: Multi-Disciplinary Draughting CORE

 

During this part, all students will learn draughting techniques in various different industries as well as an array of industry recognized and utilized software. The below diagram explains the industries and software.

 

THEORY SUBJECTS SOFTWARE SUBJECTS
Mechanical Drawing Office Orientation AutoCAD 2D Fundamentals
Building Draughting AutoCAD Advanced
Mechanical Draughting 3D Modeling with Autodesk Fusion 360 
Electrical Draughting AutoCAD Electrical
Structural Steel Detailing AutoCAD P & ID
Pictorial Draughting Autodesk Inventor Essentials
General Draughting Autodesk Revit Architecture
Piping Draughting Advance Steel

 

 PART 2: Software Electives (Choose one)

 

During this part each student will choose a specialized industry in which they would like to focus on. We cover more CAD applications specific to each industry as well as additional subjects like project management and BIM management.

Mechanical & Digital Fabrication Specialization Building, Structural & Digital Fabrication Specialization 3D Visualization, Rendering & Animation Specialization
  • Advanced 3D Software
    • Autodesk Inventor Advanced (Routed Systems, Sheet Metaling, Cable & Harnessing, Stress Analysis and Motion Simulation)
    • Solidworks 
    •     
  • Digital Fabrication
    • CNC Machining & Lazer Cutting
    • 3D Printing Fundamentals
    • Virtual (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Fundamentals
    •       
  • Project Management Fundamental (PMI)
  • Final Integrated Project
    • Plan and execute your project
    • Produce Data Packs, (drawings, registers, WBS’s),
    • Produce digital prototypes on the VR, 3D print and CNC cutting)
  • Workplace Preparation and Portfolio Compilation
    • Preparing for an interview;
    • Conduct and Behavior During an Interview;
    • Communication Skills;
    • Understanding Legislation;
    • Preparing the CV that Everybody Wants to See;
    • Using Social Media;
    • Starting the Job seeking Journey
  • Advanced 3D Software
    • Autodesk Revit Next Level (All disciplines)
    •  ArchiCAD
    • Multidisciplinary & Integrated Project Coordination in BIM

  •  Archicad

  • Digital Fabrication
    • CNC Machining & Lazer Cutting (Physical model building)
    • 3D Printing Fundamentals
    • Virtual (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Fundamentals

  •      

  • Project Management Fundamental (PMI)
  • Final Integrated Project
    • Plan and execute your project
    • Produce Data Packs, (drawings, registers, WBS’s),
    • Produce digital prototypes on the VR, 3D print and CNC cutting)
  • Workplace Preparation and Portfolio Compilation
    • Preparing for an interview;
    • Conduct and Behavior During an Interview;
    • Communication Skills;
    • Understanding Legislation;
    • Preparing the CV that Everybody Wants to See;
    • Using Social Media;
    • Starting the Job seeking Journey
  • Advanced 3D Software
    • 3D Max Essentials & Advanced Concepts.
    • Virtual (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Fundamentals with 3D Max.

  • Digital Fabrication
    • 3D Printing Fundamentals.
    • Virtual (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) Fundamentals.
  • Project Management Fundamental (PMI)
  • Final Integrated Project
    • Plan and execute your project.
    • Produce Data Packs, (drawings, registers, WBS’s)
    • Produce digital prototypes on VR, 3D renders, animations.
  • Workplace Preparation and Portfolio Compilation
    • Preparing for an interview;
    • Conduct and Behavior During an Interview;
    • Communication Skills;
    • Understanding Legislation;
    • Preparing the CV that Everybody Wants to See;
    • Using Social Media;
    • Starting the Job seeking Journey
    • Registering on our recruitment portal. 

 

Register on our recruitgraduates.co.za

 

 

* Please note that AIE retains the right to change the structure of the course as and when needed. 

 

  • Campus
    Registration Close Date
    Start Date
    Type
  • 15 January 2025
    20 January 2025
    Full Time, Contact
  • 15 January 2025
    20 January 2025
    Full Time, Contact
  • 15 January 2025
    20 January 2025
    Full Time, Online
  • 15 January 2025
    20 January 2025
    Full Time, Contact

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