Computer Aided-Drafting (CAD)

Upon successful completion of the Architectural Drafting certificate, the student demonstrates skills, knowledge, and training for employment as a computer-aided drafter in the filed of architecture. The student demonstrates the ability to analyze and construct documentation to develop solutions for common architectural problems. In addition, the student acquires skills leading to entry into other related trades where plan reading and preparation is required.

Upon successful completion of the Architectural Drafting Associate in Science degree, the student will have acquired skills, knowledge, and training for employment in the field of architecture. Acquired skills will include professional presentation with two and three dimensional graphics, conceptual evaluation and analysis related to basic design theory, and the ability to analyze and implement building codes and develop technical construction drawings and documentation for common architectural problems. In addition, the student will acquire skills leading to entry into other related trades where plan reading and preparation is required. Many of the courses lead to transfer to university level architecture programs.

The Major in Engineering Computer-Aided Drafting is designed to develop a strong base of knowledge and skills that will serve as a foundation for further study and/or pursuit of a career.

Upon successful completion of the Computer-Aided Drafter certificate, the student demonstrates the skills, knowledge, and training for employment as an entry-level computer-aided drafting (CAD) technician. The student demonstrates his/her ability to construct drawings using typical two-dimensional and three-dimensional CAD hardware and software.