Certificate of Achievement in Mechanical Drafting
Division: Industry & Technology
This certificate prepares students for entry-level employment in the field of Mechanical Drafting. Students completing this certificate will acquire knowledge and skills related to creating and appraising manufacturing and industrial applications (2D and 3D), specifically CAD and tactile (by hand) drawings.
Program Outcomes
- Create and analyze documents related to mechanical drafting, i.e., computer-assisted and tactile drafting/design.
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be prepared for employment in the following fields: CAD Technician/Draftsperson in manufacturing or industrial fields.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED CERTIFICATE COURSES | ||
| DRFT 016 | CAD Applications | 4 |
| DRFT 112 | Mechanical Drafting 1 | 3 |
| DRFT 113 | Mechanical Drafting 2 | 3 |
| DRFT 114 | Introduction to CAD | 4 |
| DRFT 115 | Advanced CAD | 4 |
| = | ||
| TOTAL | 18 | |
The Certificate of Achievement requirements include completion of the certificate courses with a “C” or better grade in each course. Required and support courses may be substituted with the approval of the Industry & Technology Division Chair.