Anindya Paul, Department Chairperson, 386-506-4155, Anindya.Paul@daytonastate.edu
Tammy Fritz, Senior Staff Assistant, 386-506-4154, Tammy.Fritz@daytonastate.edu
Program Overview
Mission:
The program prepares students for employment or provides additional training for persons employed in manufacturing and high technology industries. This certificate is a part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program. The program prepares students for entering into the manufacturing career cluster.
Description:
This certificate provides a program of study with courses in CAD and solid modeling needed to assist the engineering activities of industry and consultants in planning, designing, and detailing. Rapid prototyping is also utilized throughout the solid modeling courses. This certificate is a part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in using advanced CAD commands.
- Design three-dimensional (3-D) drawings.
- Demonstrate proficiency in using solid (3D) modeling software.
- Demonstrate proficiency in engineering design fundamentals.
- Demonstrate proficiency in solid modeling fundamentals.
Completion Requirement:
- Earn a grade "C" or better in all program-specific and prerequisite courses.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at
studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
For more information on grants, loans, and work programs available, see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at
daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/.
Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information, see:
daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Career and Labor Market Information
Graduates may pursue employment in Computer-Aided Design and Drafting-related fields, including roles such as Computer-Aided Design and Drafting occupations. In the Brevard-Flagler-Volusia workforce region, approximately 1,362 workers are employed in these occupations, with an average annual salary of $58,520 and 108 annual job openings.
| SOC Alignment |
17-3013 – Mechanical Drafters
17-3011 – Architectural and Civil Drafters
|
| Demand Alignment |
Aligned to Region 27 labor-market demand data used for catalog review |
| Average Hourly Wage |
$28.14 |
| Average Annual Salary |
$58,520 |
| Annual Job Openings |
108 |
| Regional Employment |
Approximately 1,362 employed |
Occupational Overview: Prepare detailed technical drawings, three-dimensional models, and engineering documentation used to support the design, development, manufacturing, and construction of products, systems, and facilities.
Wage Distribution: 10th percentile: $41,880 | 50th percentile: $58,520 | 90th percentile: $80,240.
Data Sources: CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia Regional Demand Occupations List; FloridaCommerce Employment Projections Region 27; BLS OEWS Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach MSA; SOC 17-3013 and 17-3011.
Note: It is never too early to prepare for your career. Log in to the Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board to create your account, submit your resume for review, search for employment opportunities, and practice your interviewing skills through Big Interview. For assistance, contact Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
Program Specific Courses
24 Credits
| ETD2320C | Computer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2340C | Computer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2357C | Inventor Solid Modeling and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2364C | SolidWorks Solid Modeling and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2368C | SolidWorks II and Lab | 3.00 |
| BCT1040 | Blueprint Reading | 3.00 |
| ETD2390C | Introduction to Revit Architecture and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2465C | Tool Design and Lab | 3.00 |
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
| BCT1040 | Blueprint Reading | 3.00 |
| ETD2320C | Computer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2364C | SolidWorks Solid Modeling and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2390C | Introduction to Revit Architecture and Lab | 3.00 |
2nd Semester
| ETD2340C | Computer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2357C | Inventor Solid Modeling and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2368C | SolidWorks II and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2465C | Tool Design and Lab | 3.00 |
Total Credit Hours: 24