Diploma in Technical Drafting
Learn the drawing conventions and construction knowledge needed to communicate technical design clearly.
What you'll study
- Drawing standards, scales, geometry and projection
- Freehand sketching and reading technical information
- Construction elements and architectural drawing conventions
- Plans, sections, elevations and assembly details
- CAD documentation, dimensions and revision control
- Coordinating a drawing package and responding to a design brief
Proposed study themes — confirmed against the issuing body's module list where one applies.
The emphasis is drawing principles and construction communication; the AutoCAD diploma concentrates more deeply on that software workflow.
Entry requirements
- Age 17 or above; GCE O/L or equivalent secondary education, or relevant practical experience.
- Basic mathematics, spatial reasoning and computer literacy.
- No advanced CAD experience required; applicants complete a short drawing-readiness activity.
How you'll study
- Study mode
- Online or blended
- How classes run
- Blended or live online drawing studios using annotated demonstrations and regular portfolio reviews. Include a supervised measurement exercise where a suitable location is available.
- Teaching language
- English; any additional language support must be confirmed for the cohort
- Weekly commitment
- 4 guided + 6 independent hrs/week
- Assessment
- Submit a technical drawing portfolio showing sketches, projections, construction details and a coordinated CAD drawing set.
- What you'll need
- Laptop, approved CAD access, basic drawing materials and a scanner or camera for sketch submission.
Fees
- Total investment
- LKR 90,000
- Registration (included in total)
- LKR 10,000
- Balance after registration
- LKR 80,000
What this includes
- Registration, scheduled tuition and digital learning materials
- Standard first-attempt internal assessment and ordinary completion documentation
- Required classroom lab or simulation access within the agreed teaching plan
Not included
- Personal computer, internet, travel and accommodation
- Optional software upgrades, optional live advertising and use beyond the classroom allowance
- Optional external examinations, professional memberships and resits