Master of Technology in CAD/CAM Courses, Syllabus and Salary

M. Tech in CAD (Computer Aided Design)/ CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) is a 2- year post graduate course with 4 semesters in 2 years. 3 semesters contain theoretical subjects and workshops and the last one requires research/ project work.   

CAD/CAM engineers interested in pursuing higher studies in the discipline may pursue Ph.D. in the subject upon completion of their course. They are hired in a variety of sectors such as manufacturing, education, R&D in industries, and steel plants, space research institutes, power plants, universities, among others. They are hired in capacities such as Lecturer, Design Engineer, Draft Engineer, R&D Engineer etc.

An approximate entry- level salary of INR 3 lacs per annum is offered to CAD/CAM engineers.

M. Tech in CAD/CAM: Course Highlights

Tabulated below are some of the major highlights of the course.

Eligibility for M. Tech in CAD/CAM

Candidates having completed B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering/ Industrial Engineering/ Production Engineering are eligible to pursue M. Tech in CAD/CAM. Aspiring candidates need to have scored a minimum aggregate score of 60% in graduation. Additionally, they are required to qualify the GATE exam for pursuing M. Tech from any of the IITs and NITs. For admission to other engineering colleges, aspiring candidates need to clear the college- level entrance exam. The average tuition fee charged in India for pursuing of M. Tech in CAD/CAM ranges between INR 1. 14 and 2.11 lacs p.a.

M. Tech in CAD/CAM: What is it About?

CAD/CAM engineering is a specialization in operation, use and application of computer software to create design for a variety of industries. It is aimed at building drafting skills in electronic structures. M. Tech in CAD/CAM imparts, through a holistic curriculum, skills to apply computer and scientific principles to solve problems related to manufacturing.

M. Tech in CAD/CAM: Who Should Opt?

Candidates interested in learning the discipline at an advanced level with ample knowledge of computer- based tools, techniques and methods employed in product- designing may opt for this program. The course is suited for candidates with potential to develop the product in the R&D section of the industry in a shorter time while gaining a substantial foothold in the market.

M. Tech in CAD/CAM: Course Duration

M. Tech in CAD/CAM is a 2-year course having 4 semesters with each year divided into 2 semesters. At the end of each semester, performance of candidates is evaluated on the basis of performance in written tests, seminars, assignments and project work.

Top Institutes Offering M. Tech in CAD/CAM

Listed here are some of the top institutes in India offering the course along with their respective locations and fees charged by each.

M. Tech in CAD/CAM: Admission Process

Aspiring candidates wishing to take admission to the course at any of the NITs or IITs need to score a good percentile in GATE. Merit list of candidates is prepared on the basis of marks obtained by them in GATE, and accordingly students are admitted to the course.

Entrance Exams for M. Tech in CAD/CAM

Admissions to the course in IITs or NITs are based on candidates’ performance in the nationally conducted GATE. The GATE exam consists of a total of 65 questions carrying 100 marks. This exam has multiple choice questions and is a computer- based test. Some questions carry 1 mark while others carry 2 marks. Syllabus of GATE is based on the specialization which the candidate wishes to opt for in M. Tech.

Some colleges give 70% weightage to the GATE scores and 30% weightage to performance in the written test conducted by the concerned college/ university.

M. Tech in CAD/CAM: Career Prospects

Successful postgraduates of the course are hired in PWD, CPWD, Defense, Power Plants, Agricultural Organizations, Space Research Institutes etc. They are hired in capacities such as Surveyor, Agricultural Designer, Aerospace Designer, Electrical Designer, Mechanical Designer, Manufacturing Designer, Civil Engineer Technician etc.

Listed here are some of the popular job positions offered to successful postgraduates of the discipline with the corresponding job descriptions and salaries offered.

M. Tech in CAD/CAM: Syllabus and Course Structure   

The scheme of assessment for M. Tech in CAD/CAM is given below:

The course is spread over 4 semesters in 2 consecutive years, and a semester- wise breakup of the course’s syllabus is given here:

Aspirants seeking admission to 2-year Full-time M.Tech Program should meet the following criteria as specified by the institute.

Academic Requirement:

Candidate should have done graduation and a bachelors degree in Science or Engineering discipline obtained through the 10+2+4 system or an equivalent qualification with a minimum aggregate of 55% or equivalent CGPA of any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India.

Entrance Exam:

Candidates must qualify PGECET entrance test