AutoCAD Operator - Technical Certificate of Credit

The AutoCAD Operator TCC program is designed for those participants who choose not to pursue the full diploma in Drafting. It consists of a sequence of courses that prepares the graduate for entry-level employment as an AutoCAD Operator. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to retrain and upgrade present knowledge and skills. Completion of the program of study leads to a certificate as an AutoCAD Operator.

Length of Program
A minimum of 46 credit hours is required for graduation. A full time student can expect to complete the program in 3 - 4 quarters.

Employment Opportunities
A graduate may find employment as an AutoCAD Operator or in related employment.

Admissions Requirements
Age: Applicant must be 16 years or older.
Education: A high school diploma/GED is required.
Program Acceptance/Placement: Applicant must achieve program ready or provisional scores on the ASSET placement test (or submit acceptable SAT/ ACT scores). Applicants who do not attain the minimum scores may take refresher/remedial instruction in order to meet admissions requirements.

Curriculum

Course # Course Title Credit Hrs

MAT 103 Algebraic Concepts 5
MAT 104 Geometry & Trigonometry 5
SCT 100 Introduction to Microcomputers 3
DDF 101 Introduction to Drafting 6
DDF 102 Size & Shape Description I 5
DDF 103 Size & Shape Description II 5
DDF 105 Auxiliary Views 3
DDF 106 Fasteners 3
DDF 107 Introduction to CAD 6
DDF 109 Assembly Drawing I 5