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The Drawing Office Academy

Draughting - Architectural and Engineering Graphics and Design
We offer a draughting and design course. The course will prepare you to work in any industry that requires engineering, manufacture or architectural drawings.

National Exams

We are not registered on the SAQA framework, however, our students write their exams at an National accredited examination center.

On successful completion of all the modules you will receive a statement of results issued by the Department of Education.

Full Time or Part time study
- Full Time - 1 year - Monday to Friday in the drawing office
- Part Time - 1 year - Tuesday and Wednesday Evenings
Employment Opportunities
- Over 70% employed - class of 2009
- Over 75% employed - class of 2010
Software and Training Included in the course
- AutoCAD 2D
- AutoCAD 3D
- Bentley Microstation
- Google Sketchup
- ArchiCAD
- Solid Works
CAD Draughting Disciplines Covered
- Architectural
- Mechanical
- Structural Steel
- Piping
- Electrical
- Civils
Costs - Full Time
- Full up-front payment R56,700 VAT incl.
- Payment Plans.
Costs - Part Time
- Full up-front payment R32,490 VAT incl.
- Payment Plans.
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2012 Employment opportunities for Academy first year graduates.

The last week has been a hive of activity at the Academy as many of the class of 2011, having completed their studies and already on holiday returned to the Academy for job selection.

Our students are graded the entire year on various aspects from work ethic, accuracy, presentation, dress code to attendance and punctuality and of course their work delivery. Those students that score consistently high in these areas, or that make the effort are the ones that future employees choose to meet with when job opportunities are available" said COO Sonya de Jager.

These students were invited to vie for the opportunity to be chosen for one of the various positions of employment that were available by some of the industry partners and future employers. Academy IDT made their offices available to these companies for the interviews to take place. The students brought with them their well prepared CV's and portfolio's to present to the company representatives as well as undergoing an interview process one-on-one with the various company Directors.

"We have a fee for any company that employs our students and are constantly contacted with some of the best job opportunities available in our field. I trust this is a good sign" said CEO Keith Cole. and as a result of this various students have been offered positions of employment starting as soon as the first week of january 2012. Our thanks and congratulations to all who were represented!"

Annual Industry day

Academy IDT hosted our annual Industry day on 24 November 2011 and it was by all accounts a huge success. "This is where we are able to thank our Industry partners and advisors for their contribution to another successful year. I am then able to invite the new guests to become 'Involved' with the Academy, as well as showcase the calibre of employee that we produce" said CEO Keith Cole. "Our students present their work and are able to engage and interact with architectural design and engineering professionals, including CEO's, Directors and management from leading companies in Industry. That experience in itself is invaluable"

The highlight of the afternoon though, was the presentations from the Project leaders as the final products were unveiled and officially handed over to the City of Cape Town representatives, our guests of honour.

Enrolments for 2012 due to close shortly.

Do not miss out!! Academy IDT are due to close enrolments for the 2012 year shortly. Should you wish to study with us during the 2012 year please ensure that you have completed your registration process. Contact Melinda to book your assessment and ensure your seat.

World Design Capital 2014.

The Mother City wins!! Cape Town was announced as the World Design Capital 2014. This is the first time an African city has been awarded this prestigious title. International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (Icsid) award this to cities who show commitment to use design as an effective tool for social, cultural and economic development proving that design does impact on the quality of human life.

Congratulations to Partnership Cape Town and all involved!!

Academy IDT staff and students out and about

Academy IDT staff and students have been out and about these past few weeks. We had one of our lecturers attend a structural steel seminar featuring Dr Leroy Gardener. He spoke on the new EC3 euro standard. Click here to view a feedback report on the event

We also had a presence at the SolidWorks 2012 software launch in Cape Town. We had three IDT students accompanied by a lecturer go a see what the new SolidWorks can do and where it will make our lives easier. The students were blown away.

Academy IDT management, and student leaders of the various projects and committees, attended the official Design Capital Of The World 2014 pre-announcement party held at The Assembly in Cape Town. The evening was a fitting prelude to the successful announcement that followed early the next morning! The speakers were truly inspirational and the students are very excited to be a part of the design community ahead of 2014!

Second year programme launched

Academy IDT proudly announces the launch of our 2nd year programme. In partnership with FARO and GeoQuip we are offering a certificate in 3D Documentation and Technology. Graduates will be proficient in 3D scanning and point cloud technology. Please download the brochure for more...

Click here to download a brochure about our 2nd year programme

Click here to see what our industry partners are saying about our students

Click here to view the Academy IDT blog