DIPLOMA IN MECHANICAL CADDTEKH

Core Curriculum and Key Learnings : 

The program focuses on essential skills for product design, drafting, and analysis: 

• 2D Drafting & Detailing: Gaining proficiency in industry-standard software like AutoCAD Mechanical for creating precise technical drawings, layouts, annotations, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) symbols, and detailed sectional views.
• 3D Modeling & Assemblies: Learning to create complex 3D part models and integrate them into functional assemblies using software such as SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor. This includes creating a Bill of Materials (BOM) and managing design tables.
• Engineering Standards: Understanding and applying engineering drawing standards (e.g., ISO, ANSI, DIN) to ensure that all designs are compliant and manufacturable.
• Project Work: Applying learned skills to real-world mechanical projects, such as designing engine components or machine parts, to build a practical portfolio.

Software Proficiency

Students typically master several key software tools: 

• SolidWorks / Autodesk Inventor: For 3D modeling, assembly design, and basic simulation. 
• AutoCAD Mechanical: For foundational and advanced 2D drafting.
• 3D Modeling & Assembly Design:

  Career Prospects

  A Diploma in Mechanical CAD prepares graduates for entry-level to mid-level roles, providing a strong foundation for a career in mechanical design:

  • CAD Designer / CAD Technician
  • Mechanical Drafter
  • Product Development Assistant
  • Junior Design Engineer

  A individual proficient in Mechanical CAD possesses a high degree of technical skill and practical expertise in using Computer-Aided Design software to create, analyze, and optimize mechanical components and systems. This proficiency extends beyond merely operating the software to understanding the engineering principles, manufacturing constraints, and industry standards that govern effective design.

  Core Attributes of Proficiency 

  A professional who is proficient in Mechanical CAD demonstrates a mastery of the entire design workflow: 

  • Design Intent & Problem Solving: They can translate abstract engineering problems or initial sketches into functional, detailed, and manufacturable designs. They anticipate potential manufacturing issues (DFM/DFA - Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) and design around them.
  • Advanced Modeling Techniques: Proficiency includes advanced surfacing, complex assembly management with thousands of parts, sheet metal design, welding simulations, and the effective use of configurations and design tables for product variations.
  • Data Management: They are skilled in using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Product Data Management (PDM) systems to manage version control, collaboration, and documentation efficiently.
  • Application of Standards: They expertly apply international standards such as Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) (ASME Y14.5) to ensure designs are interpreted universally and manufactured correctly the first time.
  • Integration of Analysis (CAE): A proficient user often integrates basic analysis tools (FEA/CFD) within their CAD environment to validate designs early in the process, ensuring structural integrity and performance compliance.

  Software Mastery 

  Proficiency implies deep expertise in one or more high-end CAD platforms, often including: 

  • AutoCAD Mechanical: For mastery in 2D drafting and technical documentation standards.
  • SolidWorks/Inventor: For expert-level 3D parametric modeling, simulation, and PDM integration.
  • CATIA/PTC Creo: For complex, large-scale projects in automotive, aerospace, and heavy machinery sectors.

  Career Impact 

  Individuals proficient in Mechanical CAD are highly valued in the engineering sector because they reduce design iterations, minimize manufacturing errors, and accelerate the product development lifecycle. They typically operate in roles such as Senior Design Engineer, CAD Manager, or Mechanical Design Consultant.  For individuals looking to reach this level of proficiency through structured training, institutes like CADDTEKH offer advanced diploma and master-level courses that cover these high-level skills