Engineering Technologies and Engineering Transfer

Computer-Aided Design Certificate

The main purpose of the design process is to create sets of drawing that provide all the information required to build and assemble mechanical parts and buildings.  The design process also often requires that computer simulations and functional models called prototypes be developed to assure that the mechanical parts and assemblies function correctly.  Building designs often requires photo-realistic computer renderings and computer animations that show the clients how the building will look after they are build.  This process requires Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technicians to understand the design process as well as be capable of using sophisticated computer software such as 2-dimensional Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and 3-dimensional modeling software.

The Computer Aided Design Certificate prepares students for employment as entry-level technicians capable of support the 2D and 3D CAD and modeling requirements of most industrial design and manufacturing organization.

The Building Systems, Computer Aided Design, Mechanical Systems, Manufacturing, and Rapid Prototyping Certificates may be combined together with general education courses to obtain a Associate in Occupational Technology Degree in Design and Manufacturing.