Advanced metalworking and CAD

Learning advanced sheet metal working techniques.
Developing Computer Aided Design skills, in order to draw accurately using the 2D drawing package.

C.A.D – Computer Aided Design	This is the process of using a computer to do your drawings. These drawings can then be sent to a Laser Cutter or 3D Printer to make your design.
C.A.M – Computer Aided Manufacture	This is a process where a machine cuts out or prints the design that you have made on the computer using C.A.D software.
Pop Rivet	This is a method of joining sheet metal together in a semi-permanent way.
Forging	This is a process where a material is shaped using pressure. This can either be done with heat (hot forging) or without (cold forging).
Template	An object that is used to draw around to mark out a shape. These can be premade, or custom made out of card.
Prototype	This is a first version of a device or product from which other forms are developed.