Halifax,
NS,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Diploma in CAD Technician Mechanical in Dartmouth Canada | Nova Scotia Community College
Nova Scotia Community College
|
Dartmouth Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
11,690
(c. USD8,390.45)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
A CAD (computer-aided design) technician assists engineers by transforming concepts into detailed 3D models and technical drawings that outline dimensions, materials, and manufacturing requirements. These digital representations facilitate analysis, production, assembly processes, quality control, and inspection while meeting budgetary and timeline constraints.
This curriculum immerses students in mechanical design principles while exposing them to diverse career paths in visual communication fields.
The program strengthens problem-solving capabilities and technical drawing proficiency through hands-on projects that guide students through 3D modeling and documentation workflows. CAD-based drafting forms a core focus, with instruction in 3D solid modeling and parametric design methodologies. Additional software tools prepare supporting documentation for manufacturing, marketing, and product usage.
Specialized technical mathematics and industry-specific communication skills are incorporated throughout. Design projects cultivate planning, research, and analytical competencies, complemented by practical workplace experience through an industry placement.
Career pathways
Graduates pursue opportunities across multiple sectors, including mechanical and electrical systems, piping design, and structural drafting. The program also equips students with transferable skills for career progression into engineering and project leadership roles.
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Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.
International students High school diploma equivalency and English language requirements vary by country.
Copy of board-attested or direct-issued Certificate issued by All India Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), All India Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), or State Boards of Higher Secondary Education.
Copy of Statement of Marks/Mark Sheet for Grade 12. School-issued transcripts/records with marks are not acceptable.
Official transcripts You must submit your official transcript(s) for courses required for admission.
International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS Academic Test) minimum score of 6.0 on each test (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking).
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum test scores of 80 on the Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT), 60 on the Paper-Delivered Test, or 550 on the Paper-Based Test.
Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTest) average score of 4.5.
Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) minimum Level 8 on each test. Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT) is not accepted.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) minimum Band 60.
Michigan English Test (MET) minimum score 59.
International students High school diploma equivalency and English language requirements vary by country.
Copy of board-attested or direct-issued Certificate issued by All India Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), All India Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), or State Boards of Higher Secondary Education.
Copy of Statement of Marks/Mark Sheet for Grade 12. School-issued transcripts/records with marks are not acceptable.
Official transcripts You must submit your official transcript(s) for courses required for admission.
International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS Academic Test) minimum score of 6.0 on each test (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking).
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum test scores of 80 on the Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT), 60 on the Paper-Delivered Test, or 550 on the Paper-Based Test.
Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTest) average score of 4.5.
Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) minimum Level 8 on each test. Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT) is not accepted.
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) minimum Band 60.
Michigan English Test (MET) minimum score 59.
Tuition
CAD
11,690