What You'll Learn
Course Benefits
Industry Certification
Internationally recognized qualification
Expert Instructors
Learn from industry professionals
Dedicated Support
Assistance during and after training
Practical Skills
Apply knowledge immediately
Course Overview
FeaturedThis course provides participants with a strong foundation in engineering draughting principles, standards, and practices, enabling them to interpret and produce accurate technical drawings for engineering and construction projects. Participants will gain hands-on experience using traditional and computer-aided drawing methods, learning to communicate design intent clearly and professionally across engineering disciplines.
The course emphasizes the use of industry standards, precision techniques, and visualization skills essential for translating design concepts into technical documentation. It is ideal for professionals entering the engineering field or seeking to strengthen their technical drawing and interpretation skills.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Junior engineers and technicians.
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Draftspersons and CAD operators.
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Technical assistants and design support staff.
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Students and professionals seeking entry into engineering design roles.
Course Impact
Organizational Impact
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Improved accuracy and consistency in engineering documentation.
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Enhanced communication between design, production, and construction teams.
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Increased efficiency through standardization and modern draughting tools.
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Strengthened quality control and design review processes.
Individual Impact
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Strong foundational skills in both manual and digital draughting.
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Increased employability and technical competence in engineering environments.
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Enhanced ability to interpret and produce professional-grade drawings.
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Greater confidence in contributing to design and project documentation workflows.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand fundamental principles and conventions of engineering drawing.
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Interpret and produce mechanical and civil engineering drawings.
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Apply projection methods, dimensioning, and tolerancing techniques.
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Use symbols and notations according to international draughting standards.
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Create, edit, and manage basic drawings using CAD tools.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Engineering Drawing Principles
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Importance and applications of engineering draughting.
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Types of technical drawings and industry standards.
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Case Study: Interpreting a basic machine component drawing.
Module 2: Lines, Symbols, and Scales
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Line types, symbols, and conventions used in drawings.
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Applying scales and precision measurements.
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Case Study: Preparing a scaled layout of a mechanical part.
Module 3: Orthographic and Isometric Projections
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Understanding orthographic projection and views.
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Introduction to isometric and pictorial drawing techniques.
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Case Study: Producing a 3-view orthographic projection for a simple component.
Module 4: Dimensioning, Tolerancing, and Sectioning
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Dimensioning systems and placement rules.
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Indicating tolerances and fits.
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Sectional views and hidden details.
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Case Study: Creating a detailed sectional drawing of an assembly.
Module 5: Introduction to Computer-Aided Draughting (CAD)
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Overview of CAD tools and interface navigation.
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Creating, modifying, and annotating engineering drawings digitally.
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Case Study: Developing a complete CAD drawing for an engineering project.
Prerequisites
Course Administration Details
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:
Email: outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org
Mobile: +254759708394
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Select a date and location that works for you.
In-Person Training Schedules
January 2026
| Date | Days | Venue | Fee (VAT Incl.) | Register |
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| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Nairobi, Kenya | KES 99,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Cape Town, South Africa | USD 3,500 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dubai, United Arabs Emirates | USD 4,000 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Zanzibar, Tanzania | USD 2,200 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Mombasa, Kenya | KES 115,000 | USD 1,500 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kigali, Rwanda | USD 1,800 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Accra, Ghana | USD 5,950 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kampala, Uganda | USD 2,200 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | USD 2,000 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Johannesburg, South Africa | USD 3,100 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Nakuru, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dakar, Senegal | USD 3,500 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Pretoria, South Africa | USD 3,100 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kisumu, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,500 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Naivasha, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Arusha, Tanzania | USD 2,000 | Enroll Now |
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