Degree: Associate in Applied Science
HEGIS Code: 5303
Curriculum Code: 0504
Campus Location: South
Engineering & Technologies Division
Pre-Admission Recommendations: Math I, Math II, Math III
Recommended H.S. Courses and/or Experiences: Calculus, Physics
Career Opportunities/Further Education: Engineering and Design Firms
Program Description
Every high school graduate has an opportunity for a rewarding and progressive Computer Aided Drafting/Design (CAD) career. The curriculum has been designed to accommodate individuals who are high school graduates or equivalent and who have a desire to become part of the CAD profession in the challenging field of technology.
The first two semesters are designed to provide entry-level courses in keeping with the New York State Education Department requirements towards an Associate in Applied Science degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology. In the last two semesters, students are guided into a concentrated field of Computer Aided Design including a variety of different 3D software packages. The overall program provides the student with a broad assortment of different drawing experiences in diverse areas of study. Upon completion of this broad and comprehensive training in CAD, the student will be qualified to accept job opportunities in support of engineers and designers.
Graduates will be able to assume positions as designers or CAD operators working with and supporting engineers and engineering departments.
Program Competencies
Upon graduation with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design, the graduate will be able to:
- Draw, dimension and interpret basic mechanical working drawings
- Prepare accurate and concise technical reports
- Demonstrate with explanation the metallurgical properties of materials, including plastics, be familiar with manufacturing processes and machine tools and have an awareness of product safety and reliability
- Develop technical illustrations
- Develop working drawings from engineering flow sheets and utilize standard piping symbols
- Perform basic engineering calculation
- Apply geometric tolerancing and true positioning to a drawing using the current ANSI Code Y-14.5
- Demonstrate skills to design, draw and interpret basic wood frame construction
- Draw, dimension and interpret structural detailing
- Describe and construct an electrical/electronic drawing using standard symbols
- Be able to research, interpret and present technical information
- Demonstrate with explanation the basic operation of CAD (Computer Aided Design) and using commands, create two dimensional working drawings
- Analyze with explanation the industrial working environment as it relates to management structure, work ethics and safety
Curriculum
Total Degree Credits: 63.0
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