Computer Aided Drafting Certificate

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School: Mathematics, Science and Engineering
Academic Dept: Engineering Technology
HEGIS: 5303
Curriculum Chair: Prof. Leonard Spina
Telephone: 914-606-6942
Email: leonard.spina@sunywcc.edu

A Note about Program Requirements

The requirements listed below are for students entering into this program in Fall 2016. Students who entered the program during a prior semester will find their specific requirements listed in the Catalog under which they entered. Archived Catalogs are accessible through the dropdown menu above.

Program Description

Current demand for Computer Aided Design and Drafting professionals has been running at very high levels. This certificate prepares students to function in this role in a variety of settings, including industry, government and engineering and architectural offices. Current opportunities include working on construction, product design and equipment fabrication projects.

The one-year certificate is designed to train students in the most modern CAD methods using the latest equipment and software (AutoCAD). The skills taught in the program enable students to function as specialists in this burgeoning field. Specialties include mechanical desktop, solid modeling and architectural design, along with general purpose computer drafting skills. Students are also well prepared to learn other CAD software packages that they may encounter.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:

Demonstrate the ability to interpret engineering drawings.
Demonstrate the ability to create engineering drawings.
Demonstrate the ability to use AutoCAD software to create both 2D and 3D drawings.
Demonstrate the ability to plot and publish drawings on paper, the internet, and 3D printers.
Demonstrate the ability to function as a member of a computer aided drafting team.

Program of Study

College-level math by placement (see below) - Credit Hours 4
CIVIL 101A - Architectural Drawings
CIVIL 103 - Intro to Technology
MECH 162 - CAD 1
MECH 163 - CAD 2
MECH 265 - CAD 3 3D Modeling
One CAD Elective - Credit Hours 3
Technical Electives (2) (see below) - Credit Hours 6

Recommended Mathematics Courses

MATH 130 - College Algebra: Functions & Models
MATH 135 - College Algebra with Trigonometry (preferred)
Or a higher level math class.

Recommended Technical Electives

Program Notes

Note: Students who do not place into ENG 101 - Writing and Research must complete a minimum of READ 105 - Analytical Reading in order to earn this certificate.

Minimum Total Credits - 27

Educational Plan: The Educational Plan is an advisement tool that provides important information to students about how to complete this degree. Click here to Download the Educational Plan .

Gainful Employment Disclosure

For information about graduation rates, the median debt of students who have completed this program, and other important information please visit Computer Aided Drafting Certificate - GE Disclosure. For an overview of all gainful employment disclosures at Westchester Community College, visit www.sunywcc.edu/gainfulemployment.