Computer-Aided Design and Drafting, A.S. Certificate

Program Information

A.S. Certificate - Code 0821 - Catalog 2018/2019

Anindya Paul, Department Chairperson, 386-506-4155, Anindya.Paul@daytonastate.edu

Deborah Kirkland, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4158, Deborah.Kirkland@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The program prepares students for employment or provides additional training for persons employed in manufacturing and high technology industries. This certificate is a part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program. The program prepares students for entering into the manufacturing career cluster.

Description:

This certificate provides a program of study with courses in CAD and sold modeling needed to assist the engineering activities of industry and consultants in planning, designing, and detailing. Rapid prototyping is also utilized throughout the solid modeling courses. This certificate is a part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate proficiency in using advanced CAD commands.

  2. Design three-dimensional (3-D) drawings.

  3. Demonstrate proficiency in using solid (3D) modeling software.

  4. Demonstrate proficiency in engineering design fundamentals.

  5. Demonstrate proficiency in solid modeling fundamentals.

Note: This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship.

Approximate Additional Costs

Program Tuition and Fees: $2,457*

Access Fee: $26.40 ($1.10 per credit)

Assessment Fee: $33

Lab Fees: $330

Other costs include a scientific calculator, computer repair tool kit (approx. $20), and soldering kit (approx. $20).

Consult college bookstore for approximate costs of textbooks.

*In-state tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.

Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at http://www.fafsa.gov. For more information on grant, loans and work programs, please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at http://www.daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: http://www.daytonastate.edu/scholarships.

Additional Admission Requirements

  • Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.

  • Program Specific Courses require a "C" or better.

Careers

The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on the any career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org.

Program Length: The typical length of this program is two (2) semesters (30 weeks) for a full-time student. This is a new program and no information is currently available on graduation and placement rates.

17-3019 Drafters

17-3012 Electrical and Electronic Drafters

17-3013 Mechanical Drafters

17-3026 Industrial Engineering Technicians

For additional Information on wages, trends and career videos:

http://www.careerinfonet.org/occ_rep.asp?optstatus=011000000&soccode=173019&id=1&nodeid=2&stfips=12&search=Go

Note: Need help preparing for your job search? Login to Daytona State's Career Services Online (CSO) to create your personal career account, or email your Daytona State College Career Advisor.

Program Specific Courses

ETD2320CComputer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab

3

ETD2340CComputer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab

3

ETD2357CInventor Solid Modeling and Lab

3

ETD2364CSolidWorks Solid Modeling and Lab

3

ETD2368CSolidWorks II and Lab

3

ETD2377C3D Computer Animation (3D Studio) and Lab

3

ETD2390CIntroduction to Revit Architecture and Lab

3

ETD2465CTool Design and Lab

3

Sample Program of Study

Year 1

1st Semester

ETD2320CComputer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab

3

ETD2357CInventor Solid Modeling and Lab

3

ETD2364CSolidWorks Solid Modeling and Lab

3

ETD2465CTool Design and Lab

3

2nd Semester

ETD2340CComputer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab

3

ETD2368CSolidWorks II and Lab

3

ETD2377C3D Computer Animation (3D Studio) and Lab

3

ETD2390CIntroduction to Revit Architecture and Lab

3

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 24