PWGSC National CADD Standard

1.0 Introduction

Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) is an integral component of information management for Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC). The production of digital files by CADD is an important corporate asset. The greatest payback for CADD and related technology is in the reuse of the digital data for facilities management and as a foundation for future projects. If CADD files are to be an effective source of information, they must adhere to a standardized set of criteria that all CADD users will understand.

As an ongoing effort to keep up with changing technology, we are pleased to introduce the third edition of the PWGSC National CADD Standard. A concerted effort has been made not only to simplify the standard, but also to reinforce the requirements in areas we feel are critical to our goals.

PWGSC is aware of the emerging technology and processes related to building information modelling (BIM). As BIM represents a significant change, a new BIM standard, by necessity, will be created, facilitating the transition in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.

In addition, some of the regions have developed a regional CADD standard, which is to be used as a complement to this national standard.

For questions or further information regarding this document, please contact the National CADD Coordinator at the following e-mail address: CADD-CDAO@pwgsc-tpsgc.gc.ca.

For a list of regional contacts, please visit the PWGSC National CADD Standard Web site and regional pages at: PWGSC National CADD Standard - Table of Contents.

1.1 Scope

This standard applies to all services that generate CADD data files for PWGSC, including both internal PWGSC CADD service(s), and external consultant(s).

All CADD data files submitted to PWGSC must meet this standard.

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