Engineering Design Technology: Computer-Aided Drafting and Design, CERT

CAD designers use computer-aided drafting software to create detailed drawings and working plans for the process piping design, mechanical design, and architecture design industries. It is from these CAD drawings that the conceptualization of an idea or design is transformed into a produced product. The Engineering Design Technology: Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Certificate provides students the opportunity to study and learn 2D and 3D design, and solid modeling methods and standards used in the production of drawings for applications such as mechanical, architectural, machine, and/or process piping design. After successful completion of the one-year program, the student receives the Engineering Design Technology: Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Certificate of Proficiency, which prepares graduates to enter the workforce with a solid, technical CAD background. Graduates, however, are also encouraged to consider the opportunity to complete two more semesters of CAD training to earn the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Engineering Design Technology. Marketable skills for this award include: interpersonal skills, computer skills + typing, problem solving, and technical skills.