AAS in Drafting & CAD Technology
In the Drafting & CAD Technology program, students acquire the skills necessary for entry-level drafting jobs in the design/drafting industry using computer-based systems to produce technical illustrations used in manufacturing, production, and construction. Sometimes called a CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) technician, students will create design concepts that are workable in the real world. Using the CAD software, students perform calculations, develop simulations, and manipulate and modify the displayed material. Although most drafters work at computer terminals much of the time, students will also learn traditional drafting which entails creating manual drawings at drafting tables.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Produce drawings across a variety of mediums including both traditional (hand) and modern (computer-aided design) techniques.
- Accurately measure and model existing three dimensional objects and buildings in a variety of computer-aided design applications.
- Develop plats, sites, and other two dimensional plans in CAD software including topography and relevant annotations.
- Produce construction, engineering, and manufacturing documents, utilizing a wide variety of industry-standard software including: AutoCAD, Revit, and SolidWorks.
- Evaluate, and compile material quantities, take-offs, and building cost estimates for a single-family residential project.
- Compose and refine two, and three dimesnional renderings of structures and objects utilizing software such as: Photoshop, SketchUp, Twinmotion, Enscape, and InDesign.
- Adhere to office CAD Standards including G,D,&T practices, layer management, visual and printing styles and standards.
- Interact with clients and supervisors, taking redlines and other forms of feedback and incorporating the indicated changes into existing designs.
| Year 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Spring | |
| DDSN 113 - Technical Drafting | 3 | |
| DDSN 118 - CAD I | 4 | |
| CSTN 148 - Blueprints, Codes, and Estimating | 3 | |
| M 111 - Technical Mathematics | 3 | |
| COMX 115 - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication | 3 | |
| DDSN 135 - SolidWorks I* | 3 | |
| DDSN 166 - Revit I* | 3 | |
| DDSN 245 - Civil Drafting* | 3 | |
| DDSN 112 - Professional Practices | 3 | |
| CSTN 173 - Arch Construct and Material | 3 | |
| MFTG 205 - Manufacturing Process | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 16 | 18 |
| Year 2 | Credits | |
| Fall | Spring | |
| DDSN 215 - Mechanical Detailing** or CSTN 248 - Plans Examining II - IBC - Commercial Codes, Blueprint Reading, and Estimating | 3 | |
| DDSN 235 - SolidWorks II** or DDSN 266 - Revit II | 3 | |
| DDSN 236 - Product Design Challenges** or DDSN 265 - Architectural Drafting | 3 | |
| DDSN 275 - Computer Rendering | 3 | |
| WRIT 121 - Introduction to Technical Writing | 3 | |
| DDSN 267 - Construction Visualization | 3 | |
| DDSN 276 - Presentation & Animation | 3 | |
| DDSN 299 - Capstone | 3 | |
| DDSN 298 - Internship | 4 | |
| Advisor-approved Elective | 3 | |
| Year Total: | 15 | 16 |
| Total Program Credits: | 65 | |
| Advisor-approved Elective | ||
| BMGT 210 | Small Business Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BMGT 215 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| CAPP 156 | Microsoft Excel | 3 |
| IDSN 135 | Fundamentals of Space Planning | 3 |
| Advisor approved alternative | ||
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DDSN 118 or DDSN 131 or IDSN 230
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First class: Industrial Design Focus
Second class: Architectural Focus
Many students need preliminary math and writing courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and English placement before planning out their full program schedules.
A grade of “C-” or above is required for graduation in each course.
Students wishing to apply comparative course work for Degree and/or Prerequisite credit must have received a B or better in that course work and receive Program Director approval.