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Computer Aided Design Certificate (CAI)

2018-2019

Type: Career, Certificate (C1)

Open Admissions

Division: Stem And Education


This program provides the fundamentals of design and technical description in the field of Computer Aided Design. This 23 credit certificate program is available for incoming students, and is also well suited for individuals currently working in the manufacturing or architectural areas who wish to acquire competency. The student is trained in AutoCAD software products.

For more information email us at: CAD@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4048

First Year

Fall

CAD101Principles of Computer-Aided Design 1

4
CMP101Composition 1

3
CPS100Information Technology and Its Applications

3
MAT151-XXX
Mathematics Elective MAT151 level or above

3
Total Credit Hours:13

Spring

CAD102Principles of Computer-Aided Design 2

4
CMP150Composition 2: Technical Writing

3
MAT152-XXX
Mathematics Elective MAT152 level or above

3
Total Credit Hours:10

Requirement Notes

CPS100: May be fulfilled by challenge exam and 3 liberal arts elective credits. Students with appropriate prerequisite are strongly recommended to substitute CPS101.

Program Note

Communication and Mathematics proficiency required to graduate.

See guided pathway sheets for advising information specific to your area of focus.

Total Credit Hours: 23


Program Student Learner Outcomes
  • Demonstrate proficiency in advanced CAD skills by creating complex drawings using wire-frame and solid modeling techniques, manipulating analytic and non-analytic surfaces, analyzing drawing data, and developing customizing techniques;
  • Apply knowledge of CAD technology and engineering design to solve design problems

Occupational Skills Required
  • Comfortable using a computer for long periods of time
  • Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time paying close attention to detail.
  • Ability to work with a team
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time

Most Common Linked Occupation Title – All Education Levels
  • Mechanical Drafter

Most Common Linked Occupation Title – Associate’s or Less
  • Mechanical Drafter

Average Annual Growth (10-Year Projection)
  • Boston MSA Average Entry-Level Wages (2016) –$45,700
  • Boston MSA Median Wages (2016) – $64,900

Top Transfer Institutions
  • University of Massachusetts Lowell
  • Wentworth Institute Of Technology