Program Information
A.S. Degree - Code 222001 - Catalog 2024/2025
Anindya Paul, Chair, 386-506-4155, Anindya.Paul@daytonastate.edu
Deborah Kirkland, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4158, Deborah.Kirkland@daytonastate.edu
Tammy Fritz, Senior Staff Assistant, 386-506-4154, Tammy.Fritz@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Drafting and Design Technology program is to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to secure entry-level employment as a designer and drafter in any application. The program, which uses the latest technology and innovative teaching methods, also transitions into baccalaureate programs.
Description:
This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with the challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for careers in the architecture, construction, engineering, and manufacturing disciplines. Instruction covers the various aspects of engineering and architectural drawings with specific instruction in 2D and 3D computer aided drafting. Solid modeling is emphasized to provide a variety of modes for communicating designs.
AS Certificates That Lead To This Degree:
The following AS Certificates are embedded within this degree: AutoCAD Foundations (Architectural) - 092700 ; AutoCAD Foundations (Engineering) - 092800; Drafting and Design Technology - 092901. You may pursue the AS degree and also earn the AS certificates while completing the requirements for the degree, or pursue the AS certificates to develop or upgrade your skills. Contact your faculty or academic advisor for details and course options.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Apply basic drafting skills.
- Prepare mechanical and architectural drawings.
- Prepare computer aided drawings.
- Prepare civil drafting drawings.
- Execute analytical, practical, and creative tasks as they apply to drafting and design projects.
- Communicate effectively through written and verbal means.
- Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship and employability skills.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at 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: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
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Additional Completion Requirements
- Program specific and prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
General Education Courses
General Education Core - 15 Credits
Communication Core (3 credits)
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
| AST1002 | Astronomy | 3 |
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3 |
| CHM1020 | Chemistry in Society | 3 |
| EVR2001 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3 |
| PHY1020 | Conceptual Physics | 3 |
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
Social Sciences Core (3 credits)
Choose One Course
| AMH2010 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| AMH2020 | United States History 1865 to Present | 3 |
| POS2041 | American Federal Government | 3 |
AMH2010, AMH2020, POS2041: These courses satisfy the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement.
Note: 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
| BCN1251C | Architectural Drawing I and Lab | 3 |
| IND2500 | Professional Practices for the Design Industry | 3 |
| ETD2368C | SolidWorks II and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2377C | 3D Computer Animation (3D Studio) and Lab | 3 |
| EGN1111C | Engineering Drawing and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2320C | Computer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2340C | Computer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2364C | SolidWorks Solid Modeling and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2357C | Inventor Solid Modeling and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2390C | Introduction to Revit Architecture and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2465C | Tool Design and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2540C | Civil Drafting and Surveying (CAD) and Lab | 3 |
| ETG2520 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3 |
| ETG2949 | Cooperative Education Experience in Engineering | 1-4 |
ETG2949: This course is a variable credit course (1-4). The academic department has approved it for 2 credits in this A.S. program.
Program Electives (6 credits)
Choose Two Courses
| BCN1210 | Materials and Processes | 3 |
| CGS2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| ETC2245 | Construction Methods | 3 |
| ETC2207C | Construction Planning and Estimating and Lab | 3 |
| IND1211 | History of Architecture & Interiors | 3 |
| BCN2049 | Sustainable Design & Construction | 3 |
| BCN1253C | Architectural Drawing II and Lab | 3 |
| GIS2040C | Geographic Information Systems and Lab | 3 |
| IND1935 | Building and Barrier Free Codes | 3 |
| ETD2805C | Technical Illustration and Lab | 3 |
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3 |
| BCN1251C | Architectural Drawing I and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2320C | Computer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2364C | SolidWorks Solid Modeling and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2390C | Introduction to Revit Architecture and Lab | 3 |
2nd Semester
| Mathematics Core | 3 |
| Natural Sciences Core | 3 |
| Program Elective | 3 |
| ETD2357C | Inventor Solid Modeling and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2368C | SolidWorks II and Lab | 3 |
Summer Semester
| EGN1111C | Engineering Drawing and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2540C | Civil Drafting and Surveying (CAD) and Lab | 3 |
Year 2
1st Semester
| Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2010, AMH2020 or POS2041) | 3 |
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| ETD2377C | 3D Computer Animation (3D Studio) and Lab | 3 |
| ETG2520 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3 |
| Program Elective | 3 |
2nd Semester
| ETD2340C | Computer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3 |
| ETD2465C | Tool Design and Lab | 3 |
| ETG2949 | Cooperative Education Experience in Engineering | 1-4 |
| IND2500 | Professional Practices for the Design Industry | 3 |
ETG2949: This course is a variable credit course (1-4). The academic department has approved it for 2 credits in this A.S. program.
Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.
Total Credit Hours: 62