Computer Aided Drafting Design Technology

Associate Degree Program

You will be able to use computers to create two-dimensional and three-dimensional drawings that transform an engineer’s ideas into reality! You will use a combination of Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software and hand drafting techniques to develop and present engineering and design construction documents.

This program is offered at the Stanton campus.

What You Can Do

In this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for positions such as:

• CAD Technician
• Process Piping Drafter
• Mechanical Drafter
• Civil Drafter
• Electrical/Electronics Drafter
• Architectural and Structural Drafter
• Engineering Technician
• HVAC Drafter
• CAD Manager
• Project Manager
• Trainer/Educator
• CAD System Operator
• Technical Sales Representative
• Engineering Technician

What You Will Earn

Competitive starting salaries range from $30,000-$40,000.

What You Will Learn

Program Graduate Competencies

The Program Graduate Competencies listed below identify the major learning goals related to your specific program of study and identify the knowledge and skills you will have when you graduate to be successful in your chosen field.

1. Prepare detailed, technically accurate drawings aligned with industry standards.?
2. Perform routine design calculations and analysis with sketches and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) models.
3. Develop recommendations for design layouts, material selection, and production methods supported by data analysis.
4. Present analytical data and plans in a method appropriately organized for department and/or client approval.
5. Demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, professional development, and continuous improvement.

Core Curriculum Competencies

The Core Curriculum Competencies listed below identify what you will be able to do as a graduate, regardless of your program of study. You will acquire these core competencies through general education courses and program-specific coursework. You will be expected to use relevant technology to achieve these outcomes:

1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.