COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN AND ANIMATION PROGRAM

The Computer-Aided Design and Animation Department at Yozgat Bozok University is attracting attention with its experienced faculty and infrastructure. Within the Yozgat Bozok University Vocational School, students are offered all the possibilities of technology with 6 computer laboratories, 1 technical drawing room, 1 green room, 1 professional camera, and 1 professional photographic camera.

In addition to globally preferred programs such as 3D Max and Maya, the Computer-Aided Design and Animation Department at Yozgat Bozok University also teaches important industry programs such as After Effect, Illustrator, Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver, and Autocad. Graduates of the department can easily find jobs in many sectors, and under the leadership of experienced academic staff, internship and job opportunities are provided to students through communication with companies.

Graduates can work harmoniously with architectural teams in architectural design offices (architecture, interior architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design offices); Graduates of this program will be proficient in 2D and 3D design software (AutoCAD, 3DsMax, Autodesk MAYA, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, etc.); able to easily read and analyze architectural projects; familiar with architectural materials and textures; and possess photography and image processing skills. They will be able to find employment in advertising, television, and radio, and work in design offices. Recently, many companies have sought out personnel for character modeling, logo design, poster design, and 3D drawing and design preparation. The availability of all these opportunities under the Bozok Computer-Aided Design and Animation Program (BDTA) umbrella is a significant factor in students choosing this field.

COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN AND ANIMATION PROGRAMS JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Computer-aided design technicians have job opportunities in both the public and private sectors.

Our country's development drive, focusing on industry, manufacturing, arts, etc., is a significant factor in the growth of the computer-aided design profession. Individuals in this profession will... They are generally employed as designers in fields such as mechanics, automotive, animation, advertising, graphics, website creation, decoration, packaging, glass and ceramics, cinema, etc. There are also many individuals who establish their own private design offices.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

Computer-aided design technicians work in office environments, usually indoors. While working, they primarily deal with objects and machines. They also communicate with colleagues and other personnel.

PLACES WHERE VOCATIONAL TRAINING IS PROVIDED

Vocational training was previously provided in the "Computer-Aided Design" departments of vocational schools affiliated with universities. However, due to the change of the department name to "Machinery," students are no longer admitted under the name "Computer-Aided Design." Therefore, the information in section D - Vocational Training covers the information researched during the time when the "Computer-Aided Design" department provided training.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR VOCATIONAL TRAINING

To study in this field, it is necessary to be a graduate of a high school or equivalent institution and to obtain a sufficient score in the Quantitative (SAY) section of the university entrance exam.

Graduates from the "Information Processing," "Computer," and "Computer Software" departments of vocational high schools, when applying to the "Computer-Aided Design" associate degree program, receive a higher weighted score and are given priority in placement because their secondary education achievement scores are multiplied by 0.65 and added to their YKS (University Entrance Exam) scores compared to graduates from other fields.

DURATION AND CONTENT OF TRAINING

The duration of vocational training is 2 years.

During the training period, students receive practical and theoretical training in:

Computer Usage, Technical Drawing, Computer-Aided Design, Environmental and Product Design, Computer Technologies, Industrial Computing Techniques, Architectural-Graphic Design, Marketing and Production Methods, Solid Modeling and Surface Design, Computer Programming and Hardware, Technology and Art History, and Design Geometry.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

Those who start working as Technicians in public institutions can advance to managerial positions if they meet the necessary requirements and pass the required exams.

Those working in the private sector can work under titles such as advertising designer, graphic designer, web page designer, mechanical designer, etc., depending on their experience and expertise.

Those who successfully complete the "Computer-Aided Design" associate degree program can, if they pass the exam administered by ÖSYM (Student Selection and Placement Center), transfer to one of the "Industrial Product Design" or "Design and Construction Teaching" bachelor's degree programs.

SIMILAR PROFESSIONS
- Industrial product designer,
- Graphic designer,
- Advertiser,
- Computer hardware and software developer.