CAD1 - Introduction to Computer Aided Design (3cr)
Code: C-10065-TX00FE04-3004
General information
- Enrollment
- 01.12.2025 - 30.11.2026
- Registration for introductions has not started yet.
- Timing
- 01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026
- The implementation has not yet started.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 3 cr
- Institution
- Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Opintojakso alkaa 12.1.2026 ja päättyy 31.12.2026
- Teaching languages
- finnish
- Seats
- 0 - 200
- Course
- C-10065-TX00FE04
Evaluation scale
0-5
Objective
After completing the course, you will be able to design a product taking into account its manufacture and material. You will also be able to create 3D models and assemblies using technical documents. You will learn how to make 3D models that can be used for analysis, simulation and various manufacturing techniques such as 3D printing and as a basis for CAM tooling.
Content
1. Creating different features in sketch mode - Drawing different types of lines - Defining boundary conditions - Dimensions - Trim and line handling features - Pattern and mirror features - Fillets and chamfers 2. Creating the basic features of 3D models - Extrusion and cut - Revolved features - Pattern and mirror features - Using auxiliary features in modelling 3. Material selection 4. Modifying the visual appearance
Location and time
The course begins on 12 January 2026 and ends on 31 December 2026.
Materials
The material will be published in the Moodle workspace of the course.
Teaching methods
The studies are conducted entirely online in Metropolia’s Moodle learning environment and, if necessary, via the Zoom or Teams platforms. The studies consist of instructional videos, written material and exercises. You may complete the studies independently at your own pace within the course schedule.
Exam schedules
You can choose the exam date from the following options: Exam submission deadline: March 15, 2026 Exam submission deadline: May 24, 2026 Exam submission deadline: September 1, 2026 Exam submission deadline: October 18, 2026 Exam submission deadline: November 30, 2026 (final assessment. After this date, exam submissions will not be accepted.) You may attempt the exam three (3) times. The highest grade will be recorded. If you have not completed the exam by the final submission date (November 30, 2026) or have received a failing grade, you can still obtain a passing grade (grade 1) if you have completed at least 50% of the assignments. Metropolia reserves the right to make changes to the assessment criteria if necessary.
Student workload
The credit value of the study unit is 3 ECTS credits. 1 credit equals 27 hours of student work. A total of 81 hours should be allocated for the completion of the studies.