| Computer-Aided Drafting (CRT.CAD) |
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Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), also called Computer-Aided
Design, has evolved from an experimental process to a highly efficient
tool in the past 20 years. CAD not only replaces most manual drafting,
but can also be used for generating bills of materials, doing computerized
structural analysis and controlling manufacturing machines. Several companies
in the local area and worldwide, both large and small, utilize CAD for
a variety of purposes. Computer-Aided Drafting is a unique application
of computer graphics.
The CAD draftsman can easily produce and modify plans, blueprints, designs,
technical illustrations and schematics. Once a student completes the CAD
certificate program, he or she will not only know how to operate a CAD
system, but also how to set-up, customize and troubleshoot it. The many
uses of CAD have opened many career opportunities in this exciting high-tech
field. As a stand-alone certificate, the graduate can expect to find employment
as a CAD draftsman or CAD operator. Those earning an associate in applied
science degree can complete a few additional courses and earn a CAD certificate.
The CAD certificate can greatly increase the opportunities for a good paying
job in such fields as manufacturing, civil engineering, electronics or
building construction. |
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| First Year |
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| 1st Semester |
Semester Hours |
| TEC 045 |
Intro to Drafting or |
2 |
| TEC 103 |
Engineering Graphics |
3 |
| CAD 056* |
CAD I (Module 1) |
2 |
| CAD 058* |
CAD Systems (Module 2) |
2 |
| TEC 050 |
Technical Math I |
2 |
| TEC 052* |
Technical Mathematics II |
2 |
| ENG 098 |
Communications I |
3 |
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Suggested Elective1 |
3 |
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Total |
16-17 |
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| 2nd Semester |
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Semester Hours |
| CAD 057* |
CAD II |
3 |
| CAD 059* |
Special Applications of CAD |
3 |
| CIS 160* |
Practical Software Applications |
3 |
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Suggested Elective 1 |
6 |
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Total |
15 |
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| Suggested Electives |
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Semester Hours |
| BCT 045 |
Plans and Specifications |
3 |
| TEC 040 |
Blueprint Reading for Industry |
2.5 |
| BCT 062* |
Architectural Drafting II |
4 |
| MTT 050 |
Introduction to Machining Procedures |
3 |
| MTT 060* |
Computer Numerical Control Machining |
3 |
| MET 044 |
Intro to Robotics |
1 |
| CAD 092* |
Computer-Aided Manufacturing |
3 |
| CET 081* |
CAD for Civil Engineering |
3 |
| CET 060 |
Surveying I |
3 |
| BCT 076* |
Architectural Drafting III |
4 |
| CAD 075* |
CAD S.O.E. |
3 |
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| 1)Students must complete 9 credit hours of technical electives.
Suggested electives may be waived if the student has a sophomore standing
in one of the following programs: |
| Automotive Technology |
| Building Construction Technology |
| Civil Engineering Technology |
| Computer Integrated Manufacturing Technology |
| Electronics Engineering Technology |
| Mechanical - Electrical Technology |
