PDTS

Every great innovation starts with a sketch.

Whether you're presenting a new product, explaining a technical concept, or brainstorming solutions, the ability to sketch your ideas is a valuable professional skill.

Join PDTS for our Introduction to Sketching and Drawing Workshop on 16–17 July 2026 at the CUT Hotel School and discover how simple sketching techniques can improve the way you communicate, collaborate, and innovate.

What you'll receive:
✔ Practical, hands-on training
✔ FREE participation for CUT students and staff
✔ External participants: R2,500 per person
✔ ECSA CPD credits from a verified and recognised provider
This workshop is ideal for professionals, students, innovators, engineers, designers, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to strengthen their visual communication skills.

📅 16–17 July 2026
📍 CUT Hotel School

Reserve your seat today: [email protected]
Spaces are limited—register early to avoid missing out.

95 Participants. 5 Days. One Goal – Building Industry-Ready Design Skills.

Today marks the successful conclusion of the PDTS SolidWorks Training Programme, hosted by the Product Development Technology Station (PDTS) at the Central University of Technology, Free State.

Over the past five days, 95 participants enhanced their practical engineering and product development skills through hands-on training in:
• 3D Modelling and Assembly Design
• Engineering Drawings
• Product Development Workflows using SolidWorks

We extend our sincere appreciation to every participant for their commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

At PDTS, we remain committed to equipping students, graduates, engineers, technicians, and innovators with industry-relevant skills that support innovation and manufacturing excellence.

Missed this training?
The response has been outstanding, and we are planning future SolidWorks training opportunities.

To join our mailing list or express your interest, email [email protected].

Advanced Machining at PDTS

Where ideas become precision-engineered reality.
At PDTS, our Advanced Machining capabilities bring together innovation, accuracy, and modern manufacturing to produce high-quality components that meet real-world demands. From concept to creation, we support innovators and industry partners in turning ideas into functional, high-precision products.

Precision. Innovation. Performance.

Want to see it in action? Step inside our workshop and experience Advanced Machining firsthand with a facility tour.

Email: [email protected]
Call :051 507 3530