Both are taught at techcadd. Here is how they differ on level, tools, projects and where each one can take you.
| Feature | Civil & Architecture CAD | Mechanical CAD & CAM |
|---|---|---|
| Level | Beginner | Beginner |
| Duration | 4–6 Months | 4–6 Months |
| Who can join | 12th pass, ITI, diploma or degree students in civil engineering, architecture or interior design | 12th pass, ITI, diploma or degree students in mechanical, production or automobile engineering |
| Key tools | AutoCAD, Revit Architecture, SketchUp, 3ds Max, V-Ray, Lumion | AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, Fusion 360, ANSYS |
| What you’ll learn | AutoCAD 2D Drafting · Building Drawing Standards · Revit Architecture and BIM · Structural Design Basics | Engineering Drawing and AutoCAD · SolidWorks Part and Assembly Design · CATIA or Creo Advanced Modelling · GD&T and Design for Manufacturing |
| Portfolio projects | Residential Working Drawings · BIM Model of a Commercial Building · Interior Design Visualisation | Machine Component Drawing Set · Gearbox or Pump Assembly · Sheet-Metal Enclosure |
| Career roles | CAD Draughtsman (Civil/Architecture), BIM Modeller, 3D Visualiser | CAD Design Engineer (Mechanical), Mechanical Draughtsman, CNC Programmer |
Draft, model and present buildings with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and 3ds Max — from 2D plans to BIM models and rendered walkthroughs.
Design parts and assemblies in AutoCAD, SolidWorks and CATIA, then prepare them for analysis and CNC manufacturing.
A counsellor can map either course to your degree, schedule and career goal — one call is usually enough.
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