Computer-Aided Drafting & Design (CADD)
Quick Facts
CADD professionals use computer-aided drafting and design systems to prepare technical drawings and plans that are used to build everything from manufactured products to buildings.
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Job Titles & Career Info
Our Program
Why choose CADD?
- Combine art & technology as you specialize in your area of interest: manufacturing or building & civil fields
- Use the latest technology & CAD software as you learn
- Study with instructors who are industry experts in manufacturing, building & civil professions.
- Choose day or evening classes to fit your schedule
Prepare for what you will do at work
- Prepare working drawings for your specialization: manufacturing or building & civil
- Develop prototypes through 3D printing
- Invent, design & build new products
- Develop working documents for industry
Marketable skills you will learn
- Critical thinking
- Reasoning
- Communication
- Personal & social responsibility
- Teamwork
- Computer literacy
Before you enroll, think about:
- As a drafting and design professional, you will work long periods using a computer.
- You will also be using with a variety of software platforms.
- You must be detail-oriented.
- We follow an 8-week semester schedule that starts with 2 required entry-level classes:
- First 8-weeks: DFTG-1305 Introduction to Technical Drafting
- Second 8-weeks: DFTG-1409 Basic CAD
- After completing these 2 classes, you will choose your specialty pathway: Manufacturing or Building / Civil
- After completing our program, you will be prepared to enter the career field of your
choice.
- Our A.A.S. degree is not designed to transfer to a 4-year institution.
Need a boost to get ready for college?
Talk to your advisor about Developmental Studies if your TSI scores say you need some help in math or reading and writing.
Degrees & Certificates
Degrees
- Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology: Building/Civil Technology, AAS
- Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology: Manufacturing Technology, AAS
Certificates
Level 1
Level 2
Occupational Skills Award
Non-Credit Program
Northeast Campus
How Much Time & Money to Finish?
| Degree or Certificate | Program Title | Hours | Total Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology(CADD) - Building/Civil Technology | 60 | $3,840 |
| CRT1 | Building Technology | 29 | $1,856 |
| CRT1 | Civil Technology | 30 | $1,920 |
| AAS | Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology (CADD) - Manufacturing Technology | 60 | $3,840 |
| CRT1 | CNC Machinist Technology | 25 | $1,600 |
| CRT1 | Manufacturing Technology | 44 | $2,816 |
| OSA | Basic CAD Technician | 14 | $896 |
Notes:
- Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
- Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.
Non-Credit Programs
Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.
Start on Your Pathway!
- Apply to TCC
- Find out about financial aid
- Talk to an academic advisor
- Visit career services
- Request a transcript evaluation if you are transferring to TCC
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Updated January 11, 2022