Computer Aided Drafting Degrees

Pennsylvania College of Technology

• Pennsylvania College of Technology offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.) in Computer Aided Drafting Technology, which will prepare you for an entry position as a drafter/detailer. You'll also study math, English and science classes that are a foundation for continuing on to an applied engineering technology bachelor's degree. During the program, you'll gain experience in the different areas of drafting including mechanical, structural, civil and electrical/electronics, as well as learning how to create piping and tool and die drawings. You'll study CAD techniques for two- and three-dimensional drawings and 3D modeling. Upon entering the program, you must complete proficiency tests in English, math and reading, and you may be required to take additional classes to bring these skills up to the college's standards.

  Pennsylvania College of Technology
  One College Avenue
  Williamsport, PA 17701
  800-367-9222
  pct.edu

University of Central Missouri

• The University of Central Missouri is one of the few schools to offer a Bachelor of Science in Computer Aided Drafting & Design Technology that combines classes in CAD and engineering courses. During the four years of study you must complete general education courses such as Composition I and II, sciences, mathematics and either Human Resource Management or Organizational Dynamics. Classes specific to the CAD degree include basic AutoCAD, machine, structural and civil drafting and technical illustration. You'll also take courses related to engineering such as technical writing, mechanics of materials, industrial design and machine tool technology.

  University of Central Missouri
  P.O. Box 800
  Warrensburg MO 64093
  877-729-8266
  ucmo.edu

ITT Technical Institute

• The ITT Technical Institute offers an Associate degree in Computer Drafting and Design that prepares you for a drafting job and the skills to work with engineers and aid them with design decisions. You'll receive instruction in both the classroom and in the lab to solve design problems in a variety of engineering fields such as mechanical, architecture and civil, as well as interior design. The core classes you'll study include basic computer skills, conventional graphic techniques and CAD fundamentals. After that foundation has been laid, you'll move on to technical illustration and engineering graphics, three-dimensional modeling and architectural drafting. You'll also learn the basics of project management.

  ITT Technical Institute
  9680 Granite Ridge Drive
  San Diego, CA 92123
  800-488-8324
  itt-tech.edu