Drafting and Design CADD/CAM Technology - Certificate of Achievement and AS Degree

The Drafting and Design CADD/CAM Technology Program prepares students with 2D and 3D technical drafting and software skills necessary to form a robust foundation in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) as it applies to the mechanical engineering field. The emphasis in this program is to attain software training on industry specific software. Additionally, students will learn CNC Machining using MasterCAM software to better understand the manufacturing side of design. Students will design virtual parts on a computer screen and use computer numeric controls (CNC) and machining tools to build parts. Completion of this program prepares students for entry level drafting employment using a variety of software programs typically used in local industry for 2D and 3D mechanical engineering drafting, design and manufacturing.

15-20 completions per year.

Examine a variety of relevant software programs currently used in the mechanical 2D and 3D engineering field. Synthesize technical skills using current computer aided, industry standard software and hardware to create graphic representations of 2D and 3D mechanical engineering designs. Apply technical skills using current computer aided, industry standard software and hardware to print, plot, store and share engineering drawings and projects. Develop soft skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication, problem solving, work ethic, flexibility, adaptability, and interpersonal skills throughout the course

This program modification proposal is to correct an error on a course number and title that was incorrectly submitted in META. No one caught the mistake until after the catalog came out. Although the four-semester sequence was correct in META, and the classes are correct when a Program Summary is run in Meta report, it is incorrect on the “Program Requirement” page of META and the Program Narrative when it is run.