Drafting and Design for Additive Manufacturing

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Program description - January 2025

Computer-aided design (CAD) programs are an integral component of the rapidly growing field of additive manufacturing. These skills are being used in manufacturing and design fields, as well as for a variety of small business entrepreneurial activities. In this one-year Ontario College Certificate program, you will learn to create and alter CAD drawings and to produce 3D prints from your CAD models. Emphasis is placed on developing and printing CAD models of objects, components, and assemblies based on blueprints and schematics. You will gain hands-on experience both individually and in groups using current cloud-based drafting software and Conestoga's multi-faceted 3D Printing Lab. You will also learn to apply additive manufacturing principles to projects and entrepreneurial start-ups giving you the skills required for entry-level positions in industrial additive manufacturing or to establish a small business using 3D printing technology.

Program details

Code: 1586
Start: January 2025
Campus: Kitchener – Doon
Delivery: In person
Length: 1 year
Credential: Ontario College Certificate

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Tuition & fees

Tuition and fee details for the 2024-2025 academic year (September to August) are listed below. Books and supplies may be additional.

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International

Tuition
$2775.00
$14588.00
Ancillary Fees
$2625.80
$3730.90
Total Fees
$5400.80
$18318.90

Canadian fee details

Description Winter 2025 Spring 2025
FT Program Tuition – Basic + $1387.50 $1387.50
Administration Fee $25.00 $25.00
Capital Development Fee $84.22 $84.22
CSI Advocacy Fee $8.00 $8.00
CSI Association Fee $102.00 $102.00
CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee $221.10 -
CSI Legal Care Fee $20.10 -
CSI UPass Fee $118.97 $118.97
eText Fee $282.00 $72.00
Graduation/Alumni Services Fee $20.00 $20.00
HST $71.12 -
ONE Card Fee $7.50 $7.50
Program Supply Fee (N) Always Taxed $547.10 -
Recreation/Athletics Fee $70.50 $70.50
Student Services $86.00 $86.00
Technology Enhancement Fee $110.00 $110.00
CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) $70.00 -
CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) $4.00 $4.00
CSI Student Events Fee (optional) $30.00 $30.00
Sustainability Fee (optional) $5.00 $5.00
Term Total $3270.11 $2130.69
Year Total   $5400.80

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International fee details

Description Winter 2025 Spring 2025
International Program Tuition $7294.00 $7294.00
Administration Fee $25.00 $25.00
Capital Development Fee $84.22 $84.22
CSI Advocacy Fee $8.00 $8.00
CSI Association Fee $102.00 $102.00
CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) $355.10 -
CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee $221.10 -
CSI Legal Care Fee $20.10 -
CSI UPass Fee $118.97 $118.97
eText Fee $282.00 $72.00
Graduation/Alumni Services Fee $20.00 $20.00
HST $71.12 -
ISR $375.00 $375.00
ONE Card Fee $7.50 $7.50
Program Supply Fee (N) Always Taxed $547.10 -
Recreation/Athletics Fee $70.50 $70.50
Student Services $86.00 $86.00
Technology Enhancement Fee $110.00 $110.00
CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) $70.00 -
CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) $4.00 $4.00
CSI Student Events Fee (optional) $30.00 $30.00
Sustainability Fee (optional) $5.00 $5.00
Term Total $9906.71 $8412.19
Year Total   $18318.90

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This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.

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Financial assistance

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance for educational costs and living expenses. These interest-free loans are intended to supplement your financial resources and those of your family. The majority of students apply for loan assistance via the OSAP website. Students can also print the application booklet through the OSAP website. For more information, please visit OSAP & aid.

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Delivery sequence - January 2025 - Kitchener – Doon

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