Level 1 CAD Parametric Modelling Course in South Shields

Cost£180.00
Duration3 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 1 CAD Parametric Modelling Course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day. This cad parametric modelling course runs for around 3 months. You'll learn to create and edit parametric models using computer-aided design software. No specific entry requirements apply, so the college will talk through your starting point when you get in touch. The level 1 cad parametric modelling qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.

Who this course is for

Programme Title = | Course Title = C&G Awd Computer Aided Design L2 | Qualification Aim Reference = 60151201 | Qualification Aim Title = Award in Parametric Modelling | College Delivery Area = STEM Motor Vehicle and Green Initiatives (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll create 2D and 3D parametric models using CAD software.
  • You'll apply constraints and dimensions to control model geometry.
  • You'll edit and modify parametric features within a design.
  • You'll navigate a CAD environment and manage design files.
  • You'll produce drawings and outputs from parametric models.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom setting at South Tyneside College, working directly on CAD software. Learning is hands-on, with practical tasks that build your modelling skills. Assessment is based on the work you produce, demonstrating your ability to create and edit parametric models to the City and Guilds standard.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • CAD technician, producing technical drawings for engineering or construction teams
  • Design draughtsperson, creating detailed plans from engineer or architect briefs
  • Manufacturing technician, supporting product design and production processes
  • Apprentice CAD operator, entry-level role building on your parametric modelling skills

What you could study next

  • Level 2 CAD qualification, such as a City and Guilds Award or Certificate in Computer Aided Design, to deepen your technical drawing and modelling skills.
  • Level 3 qualifications in engineering design or product design, which open routes into more senior technical and design roles.
  • Contact South Tyneside College about further CAD and STEM courses that build on this level 1 cad parametric modelling qualification.

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