Computer Aided Design Technology (AAS.CAD)

 

Work with state-of-the-art technology in the Computer Aided Design Technology Program. With CAD you can create digital technical drawings for a variety of industries. As a CAD drafter you can produce and modify plans, blueprints, designs, technical illustrations and schematics using a unique application of computer graphics. You will learn how create the plans as well as conduct computerized tests such as structural analysis and control of manufacturing machines.

 
 

These programs will provide you with diverse skill set which will allow you to choose multiple areas to enhance their ability to progress within their chosen specialty. You can qualify for employment as:

Architectural Drafters
Mechanical Drafters
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists
Civil Engineering Technicians

According to the National Department of Labor statistics, the median pay for professionals in this career field in 2023 was $60,200 per year. Source: www.onetonline.org

 

Hands On Experience

In this short-term training, you will receive hands-on training on industry-standard software in the following areas:

Computer-Aided Drafting Systems
Engineering Graphics
Creating, viewing and rendering, and plotting of 3D models through various CAD programs
Parametric design and prototype creation
Solidworks, Inventor, Revit Software

 
 
 
 
 

Meet the Faculty

Photo of Leo Kitten - CIM Technology Instructor/Program Coordinator
Leo Kitten - CIM Technology Instructor/Program Coordinator
lkitten@lakelandcollege.edu

 
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