This unit describes the performance outcomes, knowledge and skills required to use computer aided drafting (CAD) techniques to prepare complex 2D and 3D representations of products or components for engineering applications.

It requires the ability to create 2D and 3D views, apply solid modelling and rendering techniques, manipulate shapes, movement through space, edit, manage files and produce hardcopy output.

The unit applies to a person working at paraprofessional level in an engineering design environment using a CAD system to produce images of products and component parts.