Course Catalog

Computer Aided Design Technology

CAD-101 - Introduction to CAD

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

An introduction to computer aided design and drafting. Actual hands-on experience in designing, drawing and dimensioning using CAD micro-based CAD software. The course presents logical step-by-step instruction about the CAD commands, mode settings, drawing aids, shortcuts and other valuable characteristics of CAD. Finished copies of the students’ work will be made on a printer or plotter.

CAD-140 - Parametric Solid Modeling

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

This course covers the basics of creating parts, modeling utilities, creating engineering drawings and creating assemblies using solid modeling software. Prerequisities: CAD-101 and CAD-277.

CAD-172 - Introduction to CAD - AUTO CAD (ONLINE)

Lecture: 1

Lab: 2

Credit: 2

An introduction to computer aided design and drafting. Actual hands-on experience in designing, drawing and dimensioning using AutoCAD micro-based CAD software. The course presents logical step-by-step instruction about the AutoCAD commands, mode settings, drawing aids, shortcuts and other valuable characteristics of AutoCAD. Finished copies of the students' work will be made on a printer or plotter.

CAD-248 - Parametric CAD II

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

A continuation of computer aided design (CAD) using SolidWorks software. The student will learn to create and print parametric solids as well as how to use SolidWorks to analyze objects. Prerequisite: CAD-140.

CAD-277 - 3-D Dimensional (3-D) Modeling I

Lecture: 1

Lab: 4

Credit: 3

This course teaches parametric solid model CAD basics. Three-dimensional parametric concepts with design intent and solid CAD models will be built and edited. This course builds on previous basic drafting skills and focuses on using parametric solid modeling design software to develop technical drawings. Topics include patterns of features, editing, adding dimensions and creating simple assemblies. Prerequisite: CAD-101.

CAD-932 - Internship

Lecture: 0

OJT: 16

Credit: 4

Students will engage in work experience with an approved Computer Aided Design employer. Individual student eligibility will be determined by the instructor. Placement will depend on the student's skill level and the availability of appropriate training sites. Prerequisites: CAD-101 and CAD-277 or Instructor Approval.