Certificate programs can usually be completed in one year of full-time enrollment and offer specific general education along with key skill area courses designed to respond to local employment needs. Certificate programs are often equal to the first year of a corresponding associate degree.
AWARD: Certificate
LENGTH:
3 Semesters
PURPOSE:
Students will learn to use advanced computer workstations with various CADD software applications. Students will receive instruction and practice in the planning, design, and preparation of high quality technical drawings for a variety of projects. In addition to technical courses, there are supporting courses in communications, mathematics, and social science. These courses serve to broaden the student's general education background and thus better prepare students for employment and advancement in the career field.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES:
Graduates may seek immediate employment or continue their education in the Computer Aided Drafting and Design Specialization of the General Engineering Technology Degree program at PHCC. The curriculum is designed to provide educational background and skills training that would be required for students seeking employment in entry level architectural and industrial drafting such as architectural drafting technician, engineering drafting technician, engineering assistant, CAD operator or CAD drafter.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Students must meet the general admission requirements established by the college. Students with deficiencies in English or mathematics will complete appropriate developmental studies courses. Students with deficiencies in computer skills will complete additional coursework.
CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS:
The students must satisfactorily complete all requirements listed below to receive this certificate.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (6 CREDITS):
ENG 111 College Composition I (3)
MTH 120 Introduction to Mathematics I (3)
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (34 CREDITS):
CAD 111 Technical Drafting (3)
CAD 200 Survey of Computer Aided Drafting (3)
CAD 202 Computer Aided Drafting and Design II (3)
CAD 203 Computer Aided Drafting and Design III (3)
CAD 226 Computer Aided Machining (3)
CAD 232 Computer Aided Drafting II (3)
CAD 233 Computer Aided Drafting III (3)
CAD 241 Parametric Modeling I (3)
CAD 242 Parametric Modeling II (3)
CAD 280 Design Capstone Project (2)
ITE 115 Intro. To Computer Applications & Concepts (4)
SDV 108 College Survival Skills (1)
Minimum required for certificate: 40 credits
SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
First Semester:
CAD 111 Technical Drafting I (3)
CAD 200 Survey of Computer Aided Drafting (3)
ENG 111 College Compostion (3)
ITE 115 Intro. To Computer Applications & Concepts(4)
SDV 108 College Survival Skills (1)
Total Credit Hours: 14
Second Semester:
MTH 120 Introduction to Mathematics I (3)
CAD 202 Computer Aided Drafting and Design II (3)
CAD 226 Computer Aided Machining (3)
CAD 232 Computer Aided Drafting II (3)
CAD 241 Parametric Modeling I (3)
Total Credit Hours: 15
Third Semester:
CAD 203 Computer Aided Drafting and Design III (3)
CAD 233 Computer Aided Drafting III (3)
CAD 242 Parametric Modeling II (3)
CAD 280 Design Capstone Project (2)
Total Credit Hours: 11
Total Semester Credit Hours 40
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