General Computer-Aided Drafting - Certificate (Major Code - GCAD)

The General Computer-Aided Drafting Certificate teaches entry-level computer-aided design (CAD) skills using AutoCAD software.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

Use the AutoCAD® software program to create drawings from scratch and to modify, manipulate, copy, delete, save, and plot drawings.
Convert 2D drawings to 3D drawings.
Use the full range of AutoCAD® commands and options, use the keyboard, toolbar, and menu interfaces, and employ shortcuts and time-saving strategies to operate effectively as a CAD technician.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of drafting techniques and blueprint reading.
Demonstrate knowledge of basic materials and processes used in the current technology workplace.

CORE CURRICULUM 16 CREDITS

BCT 127	Blueprint Reading and Estimating	3
CIS 116	Computer Essentials	3
DFT 150	Fundamentals of AutoCAD	3
DFT 201	Topics in Drafting	3
DFT 250	Advanced AutoCAD	4