Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology (AAS)

Program Coordinator:     Melinda Leland, ADM 101, Ext. 2430
Length:                                 Four semesters (two years)
Note: Program is not accepting new students at this time.

Purpose: The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology is designed to prepared persons for full-time employment immediately upon completion of the community college program. In addition, students may transfer credits earned in the AAS degree program to certain engineering technology programs in four-year colleges and universities toward work on a baccalaureate degree. A student who completes the program will be capable of doing skilled designed work and accurate detail and assembly drawings, both manually and by using the computer.

Occupational Objectives: 
    C.A.D. System Operator
    Drafter 
    Quality Control Inspector
    Machine Design Drafter 
    Process Design Drafter
    Assistant to an Engineer

Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the College, entry into the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology requires proficiency in high school English and two years of high school mathematics (including one unit of algebra and one unit of geometry or equivalent). All students are required to take a mathematics and English entrance exam before registering for any math or English classes. Students who are not proficient in English and mathematics will be required to correct their deficiencies in developmental courses (pre-entrance summer session recommended).

Program Requirements: Approximately one-half of the curriculum will include courses in drafting and design technology with the remaining courses in related areas, general education and electives. Instruction will include both the theoretical concepts and practical applications needed for future success in drafting and design technology. Each student is advised to consult with his/her faculty advisor and counselor in planning a program. Upon satisfactory completion of the four-semester curriculum listed, the graduate will be awarded the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology.

 Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology

Total Minimum Credits for AAS Degree...........................................65

The above semester-by semester sequencing of courses may be modified when necessary. Please refer to the Program Choices section of this Catalog for a discussion of factors which affect planning and sequencing programs of study. Courses may be substituted or adjustments made by the College to meet program objectives and requirements.

Footnotes*

1. Students planning to transfer to a four-year engineering technology program should take MTH 163 and 164 and PHY 201 and 202. Students not planning to transfer to a four-year design program can take MTH 115 and MTH 116 and BIO 101 and 102 or CHM 111 and 112 or PHY 121 and 122.
2. Recommended social science courses include ECO 201, 202; GEO 210, 220; PLS 135, 211, 212; PSY 200; SOC 200; HIS 101, 102; HIS 121, 122.
3. Students may substitute any HLT (Health) course for Physical Education requirement. Transfer students should note that four-year institutions may require a PED activity course in the general education core.
4. Humanities electives include ART 201, 202; foreign languages; literature; MUS 121, 122; PHI 101; REL 200, 210, 230; CST 130, 151, 152.