Student Catalog 2016-2017

Advanced CAD Technician Certificate (AC51)

The Advanced CAD Technician certificate program endows students with the prospect to continue on the career pathway toward advancement in the drafting profession. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in drafting practices and software.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find employment as specialized CAD technicians in engineering and related services firms or in manufacturing industries.

Credit Required for Completion: Minimum of 31 credit hours

Curriculum

Occupational Courses

COMP 1000Introduction to Computers

3

DFTG 1101CAD Fundamentals

4

DFTG 1103Multiview/Basic Dimensioning

4

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Choose one of the following specializations

Specific Occupational Courses (Mechanical Drafting Specialization – 20 credits)

DFTG 11053D Mechanical Modeling

4

DFTG 1107Advanced Dimensioning/Sectional Views

4

DFTG 1109Auxiliary Views/Surface Development

4

DFTG 1111Fasteners

4

DFTG 1113Assembly Drawings

4

Specific Occupational Courses (Architectural Drafting Specialization – 20 credits)

DFTG 1125Architectural Fundamentals

4

DFTG 1127Architectural 3D Modeling

4

DFTG 1129Residential Drawing I

4

DFTG 1131Residential Drawing II

4

DFTG 1133Commercial Drawing I

4