Over recent years the economy has suffered from a lack of investment in key industries, careers, qualifications and training. The TDS Academy was established to reverse this trend by offering an industry relevant apprenticeship training programme. We are the only one of our kind in the United Kingdom, and are proud that we are making a difference to the industry we serve. Our apprenticeship concentrates on the art of Computer Aided Design (CAD) as well as Building Information Modelling (BIM). With the use of the most innovative software on the market, the apprentice learns the techniques and skills that industry demands from its employees. Practical training in the skills required, technology used and professional acumen is delivered throughout the programme but as an initial intensive 20 week element to ensure you get maximum benefit as a company. This course covers; drawing techniques; general arrangements; fabrication details; lists; CAD software; BIM; health & safety; customer se