Code: CERT.CAD

The Certificate in Computer Aided Drafting is designed to produce qualified CAD-draftspersons in diverse technical fields. Students will be able to communicate design information beginning from an early concept pencil sketch to an industry standard digital design using CAD, visualization, and animation software. The program will also inspire characteristics of professionalism designed to help students achieve their career goals.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

1. Read and create multi view mechanical drawings compliant to industry standards.
2. Demonstrate effective time management responsibility by completing projects with assigned time constraints.
3. Develop three-dimensional rendered drawings using CAD software and add-on software packages. Produce portfolio drawings from final project assignments.
4. Identify methods of design technology such as rapid-prototyping, reverse engineering and model making.
5. Implement common presentation software used to further enhance CAD rendered images.

Career Pathways