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Students graduating from the Computer-Assisted Drafting (CAD) degree program may become technicians in civil, mechanical, structural, or architectural drafting. Additional career opportunities include Geographic Information Systems (GIS), mapping, and technical illustration. Training encompasses computer-aided drafting in all of the fields listed; application of software and mathematical concepts to solve real-world problems; and broader skills in communication, teamwork, and human relations.

Program Outcomes

Students completing the Computer-Assisted Drafting (CAD) degree should be able to satisfy the following outcomes:

1. Produce accurate 2D and 3D drawings using CAD software.
2. Use effective communication skills as a team member to research data and generate drawings.
3. Produce sets of architectural drawings suitable for planning division approval.
4. Produce sets of structural drawings to industry standards.
5. Produce sets of mechanical drawings including detail and assembly drawings of related parts.
6. Produce sets of civil drawings including streets, lots, and utilities for a subdivision suitable for planning division approval.

You may earn an associate of applied science degree by successfully completing the required 98 credit hours with a grade of “C” or better in all courses.

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