Computer-Assisted Design
Certificate
Division: STEM and Health Professions
Division Chair: Kristopher Baker, kbaker@sunyrockland.edu
Department Chair: Jeanette Geller, jgeller@sunyrockland.edu
Department Support Staff: Carol Coiro, ccoiro2@sunyrockland.edu
Department Office: Technology Center, Room 8307, Phone: 845-574-4731
Why Study Computer-Assisted Design?
The Computer-Assisted Design Certificate is for students who want to acquire the necessary skills needed to obtain entry-level employment in a variety of drafting fields.
Related disciplines include Engineering Science.
Degrees Offered:
Occupational Objectives:
The certificate is for students with or without previous educational experience. Upon completion of the certificate, students will be prepared for entry-level employment as a CAD operator or a design technician in specialized fields of Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
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5 Top Reasons
To Study Computer-Assisted Design at RCC:
- VALUE: Affordable tuition for a high-quality education.
- CAREER: Internships provide real-world experience.
- FLEXIBILITY: Part-time study can accommodate work, family, or other time commitments. On campus childcare available.
- CONVENIENCE: Courses are offered in classroom, online or hybrid format.
- SUPPORT: Small class sizes, more individual attention, free tutoring, financial aid, scholarships.
Opportunities at Rockland Community College:
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Program Goals:
The certificate provides students with the skills needed to create, edit and produce basic design drawings. Students also gain basic design skills and an understanding of the software used to create and edit computerized drawings.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Create computer-aided drafting projects
- Understand the systems, symbols, language and mechanics of the drafting field
- Demonstrate the ability to work productively in a team environment
- Develop the responsibility and accuracy required in the field of engineering and drafting