Basic Engineering Draughting Training Course
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Course Overview
| Course Title | Basic Engineering Draughting Training Course |
| Organization | Tech For Development (T4D) |
| Venue | Tech For Development (T4D) Training Center along Tala Road, Runda, Nairobi |
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| Course Fees (Face-to-Face) | USD 1,100/KES 75,000 (Exclusive of VAT) |
| Course Fees (Virtual) | TBA |
| Training Modes | Virtual and face-to-face training |
| Payment | Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course |
| Accreditation | Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion |
Course Overview
This hands-on course introduces learners to the fundamentals of engineering draughting, covering manual drawing techniques, standard drawing practices, and CAD basics. Participants will gain the ability to create and interpret 2D technical drawings in line with industry standards such as ISO and ANSI, preparing them for entry-level roles in engineering, drafting, and design.
Course Duration
5 Days
Target Audience
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Students and recent graduates in engineering or technical education
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Entry-level CAD technicians and draughtspersons
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Apprentices in mechanical, civil, or electrical fields
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Construction or manufacturing workers transitioning to design roles
Personal Impact
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Build essential drawing and documentation skills
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Gain confidence in understanding and producing engineering drawings
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Improve accuracy, attention to detail, and visualization skills
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Prepare for more advanced CAD or engineering design training
Organizational Impact
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Enhances team productivity with properly trained draughting staff
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Supports documentation and fabrication accuracy
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Reduces errors in communication between design and production
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Lays a foundation for digitization and CAD-based workflows
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand engineering drawing principles and conventions
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Use draughting tools to produce manual technical drawings
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Read and interpret standard 2D engineering drawings
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Apply tolerances, dimensions, and sectioning correctly
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Produce simple CAD drawings using basic tools (optional module)
Course Modules
Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Engineering Draughting
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What is draughting? Manual vs CAD
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Purpose and types of technical drawings
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Drawing instruments and materials
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Drawing sheet layout and title blocks
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Line types, lettering, scales
- Practical Exercise: Create a properly formatted drawing sheet with title block and borders
Module 2: Orthographic Projection and Views
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1st and 3rd angle projection methods
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Front, top, and side views
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Hidden lines, centerlines, and cutting planes
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Best practices in multi-view drawing
- Practical Exercise: Create 2D orthographic projections of a mechanical part
Module 3: Dimensioning and Tolerances
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Principles of dimensioning (linear, angular, radial)
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Types of tolerances (limit, fit, geometric)
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Dimension placement standards (ISO/ANSI)
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Surface finishes and symbols
- Practical Exercise: Dimension a mechanical component to manufacturing standards
Module 4: Sectioning and Assembly Drawing Basics
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Full, half, offset, and revolved sections
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Hatching and material conventions
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Exploded views and part lists
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Introduction to basic assemblies
- Practical Exercise: Create a sectioned view of a bracket or flange
Module 5: Intro to CAD & Final Assessment
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Overview of CAD software (AutoCAD or equivalent)
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Drawing lines, circles, arcs, and dimensions in CAD
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Layer management and drawing templates
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Final assessment: complete a detailed drawing from a given part
- Practical Exercise: Recreate a manual drawing in CAD (optional if software available)
Course Administration
Methodology
This instructor-led training course is delivered using a blended learning approach comprising presentations, guided practical sessions, web-based tutorials, and group work.
Accreditation
Participants will receive a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion.
Training Venue
Held at the Tech For Development Training Centre.
Accommodation & Airport Transfer
Arranged upon request.
Email: letstalk@techfordevelopment.com
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179
Tailor-Made
Customised training available.
Payment
Send proof of payment to letstalk@techfordevelopment.com.
