Architectural 3D Modelling (Computer Aided Design)

INTRODUCTION:

This course is developed in response to a skills shortage in the area of BIM Technology, which is relevant to Architecture and all Engineering disciplines.BIM (Building Information Modelling) uses industry specific software, for example Revit, to create a 3 dimensional model of the building, which has additional information embedded within the model.There is huge demand within multiple industries for BIM users.

This course aims to provide the student with fundamental skills in BIM and with additional relevant skills and knowledge which will benefit them in their chosen career path.

This course would suit students who enjoyed using Solid Works for Leaving Certificate, professionals who wish to upskill to compete in the skills market, students who wish to progress to higher education in a related area or who wish to try to secure an entry level job in the area of BIM Technology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Leaving Certificate (LC Established, LCVP or LCA) or equivalent.
• For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications
• All applicants will be required to attend an interview

DURATION:

This is a one-year full-time course.

FEES:

Please see fees & payment for details.  

CERTIFICATION:

• QQI Computer Aided Design Level 5.

COURSE CONTENT:

The following subjects may be offered:

WORK PLACEMENT / EXPERIENCE:

Participants will be required to undertake 10 days of work placement in a relevant location. The college will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.

EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:

For full details on progression opportunities see these links:

• Cork Colleges Progression Scheme
• QQI Requirements

Excellent progressions opportunities including:

• MTU Cork: Architectural Technology (MT759), Construction (MT758),
  Engineering: Civil (MT731), Environmental (MT761), Sustainable Energy (MT837).

• MTU Kerry: Construction Management (MT755).

• SETU Waterford: Architectural & Building Information Modelling (WD195), Architecture (WD144), Architectural Technology (WD094).

• TUS Limerick: Quantity Surveying (LC243), Built Environment (LC248).

• Tralee IT: (TL745), (TL842).

• WIT: (WD007), (WD025), (WD094), (WD139), (WD162), (WD195).

We advise you to consult the CAO website – www.cao.ie to confirm specific entry requirements for Higher Education Institutions.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Entry level BIM Technician in Architectural Engineering practices, Architectural Technologist, Engineering, Architecture, Fabrication design, 3D Modelling, etc.