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Computer-Aided Design Technology - Certificate (Career)

APPLICATION CODE 70

For curriculum information, contact the Division of Health, Science, and Technology—Room SET-430.

This certificate is available for students seeking entry in the field or desiring enhancement of a present position.

Suggested Semester 1

Course NumberTitleCredits
CADD 100Principles of Drafting

3
CADD 101Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting and Design

3

Suggested Semester 2

Course NumberTitleCredits
CADD 103Intermediate CAD

3
CMSY 110Computer Concepts, Applications, and Ethical Considerations

3

Suggested Semester 3

Course NumberTitleCredits
CADD 104Advanced CAD

3
CADD 109Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM)

3

Suggested Semester 4

Course NumberTitleCredits
CADD 105CAD Projects and Presentations

3
OR
CADD 108Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

3
OR
CADD 209Advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM)

3

Total Credit Hours: 21

A graduate should be able to

  1. Demonstrate the knowledge and application of various CAD systems as applied to specific design disciplines.
  2. Demonstrate mastery of tools used for creating and translating various CAD file formats.
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of CAD hardware and software requirements including cloud-based workflows and current industry trends.
  4. Describe and apply the core principles of design and manufacturing using CAD.