The Architectural and Structural CADD and Graphics Technician program offers two areas of specialization: Architectural CADD and Graphics Technician and Structural CADD and Graphics Technician. Applicants must indicate area of specialization on their application. Architectural and Structural CADD and Graphics Technician programs at BCIT offer training for a variety of applications in architecture, building construction and industrial applications. CADD (Computer-Aided Drafting and Design) is an integral part of all our drafting programs. All students begin in September and must complete a drafting and CADD core and specialty. Total program length: 40 weeks. The Program This specialty applies drafting and computer applications with design skills to provide specific detailed information on structural building components and the preparation of working drawings, using structural techniques and requirements as they apply to building construction.

Graduates may find entry level drafting, CADD and graphics positions in engineering and architectural offices that deal with reinforced concrete and structural steel, and steel fabrication companies. Graduate employment outcomes The following link takes you to graduate outcome survey results containing mostly labour market results from the 2010-2012 BCIT Outcomes Surveys of 2009-2011 Graduates. Note: The survey results will be displayed in a separate browser window. To view these results, you need to have the Adobe Acrobat Reader1 installed in your Web browser.