General Engineering Technology - Computer-Aided Drafting Technology, AAS

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Provides a thorough preparation in drafting, emphasizing the use of computers and, particularly, computer-aided design and drafting. Upon completion of this program occupational objectives include CAD operator, CAD technician, drafting technician, engineer’s aid, or other related positions.

Program Curriculum

First Semester

ARC 130 - Introduction to Materials & Methods of Construction 3 cr.
CAD 140 - Technical Drawing 3 cr.
ENG 111 - College Composition I 3 cr.
MEC 111 - Materials for Industry 3 cr.
SDV 100 - College Success Skills 1 cr.
Elective - Engineering Mathematics (MTH) 3 cr.¹

Semester Total: 16 Credits

Second Semester

ARC 221 - Architectural CAD Apps Software I 3 cr.
CAD 241 - Parametric Solid Modeling I 3 cr.
EGR 216 - Computer Methods in Engineering & Technology 3 cr.
MEC 112 - Processes of Industry 3 cr.
Elective - CAD Technology 3 cr.¹
Elective - Engineering Mathematics (MTH) 3 cr.¹

Semester Total: 18 Credits

Third Semester

ARC 222 - Architectural CAD Apps Software II 3 cr.
CAD 242 - Parametric Solid Modeling II 3 cr.
CIV 171 - Surveying I 3 cr.
EGR 206 - Engineering Economics 3 cr.
Elective - CAD Technology 3 cr.¹

Semester Total: 15 Credits

Fourth Semester

CIV 172 - Surveying II 3 cr.
ENG 112 - College Composition II 3 cr. OR
ENG 113 - Technical-Professional Writing 3 cr. OR
ENG 115 - Technical Writing 3 cr.
IND 145 - Introduction to Metrology 3 cr.
Elective - Humanities/Fine Arts 3 cr.²
Elective - Social Science 3 cr.²

Semester Total: 15 Credits

Program Total: 64 Credits

¹ELECTIVES General Engineering Technology

² ELECTIVES General Studies All Programs (excluding Liberal Arts Degrees)