Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (A.S.)
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: Yes
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus, Hybrid
Location(s): Cocoa, Melbourne
Additional Limited Access Application Process Required: No
Program Testing Requirements: Assessment in Reading, Writing, and Math
Academic Community: INMC Industry/Manufacturing and Construction
Program Code: DRAS
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 15.1302
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: 1615130202
This degree program provides competency in computer-aided drafting and design technology for students who desire employment in the design field upon graduation.
Technical drafters work in close association with engineers, designers, architects, project managers, and fabricators to help design and document new projects. Technical drafters translate ideas, sketches, calculations, and specifications into complete, accurate working drawings conforming to nationally recognized standards. These drawings are for use in the manufacture or construction of engineering projects.
The Computer-Aided Drafting and Design A.S. degree program includes the following College Credit Certificates:
Refer to the Associate in Science (A.S.) page to find information about admission, graduation, general education and other requirements. Students will work with an advisor to determine the courses best suited to their plan of study.
Visit the program page for more information.
Program of Study
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | ||
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| Major Courses | ||
| ETDC 2320 | AutoCAD Fundamentals | 4 |
| ETDC 2340 | Advanced AutoCAD | 4 |
| ETDC 2355 | AutoCAD 3D | 3 |
| ETDC 2357 | Parametric Modeling | 3 |
| ETDC 2540 | Civil Drafting | 4 |
| ETDC 2545 | Advanced Civil Drafting | 4 |
| TARC 1120 | Architectural Drafting | 4 |
| TARC 2122 | Advanced Architectural Drafting | 4 |
| Support Courses | ||
| CGS 2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Composition 2 | ||
| Business Communications | ||
| Success Strategies for College and Life | ||
| Technical Electives (select 9 credits) | 9 | |
| Introduction to Electronics | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Internship | ||
| Blueprint Reading | ||
| Creo Parametric | ||
| SolidWorks Fundamentals | ||
| Mechanical Measurement | ||
| Vector Graphics | ||
| Intermediate Algebra | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
Note: In accordance with Florida Statute and Florida Administrative Code, students must satisfy the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement.
Course Sequence
Below is the recommended sequence for taking courses in this degree. Using this guide and meeting with your assigned advisor each term is the key to successful program completion.
Please note that course prerequisites, including required developmental math, reading, or writing, need to be completed to continue on to the more advanced course. Click on the course number to see the requirements.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| ETDC 2320 | AutoCAD Fundamentals | 4 |
| Technical Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Technical Elective 1 | 3 | |
| ETDC 2340 | Advanced AutoCAD | 4 |
| ETDC 2357 | Parametric Modeling | 3 |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| ETDC 2540 | Civil Drafting | 4 |
| ETDC 2355 | AutoCAD 3D | 3 |
| ETDC 2545 | Advanced Civil Drafting | 4 |
| TARC 1120 | Architectural Drafting | 4 |
| Technical Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Support Course 2 | 3 | |
| CGS 2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| TARC 2122 | Advanced Architectural Drafting | 4 |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- 1
Technical Electives
Select 9 credit hours from the the list of Technical Electives on the Program of Study page.
- 2
Support Course
Select one course from the the list of Support Courses on the Program of Study page.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of maps, surveying, bearing angles, plan and profile views, and grading cut/fill
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Apply basic CAD drafting skills for engineering drawings, including orthographic projection, dimension assignment, and precise geometry
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Apply advanced CAD techniques for engineering drawings, including use of Attributes, XREFs, Layers, Blocks, and Curve creation
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Prepare mechanical CAD drawings based on 3D models
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Prepare parametric 3D model drawings to include advanced features, rendering, motion analysis, and assembly constraints
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Prepare civil drafting drawings, including parcel and roadway layouts and profiles
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Prepare architectural floor plans, elevations, sections, and schedules for a complete residence
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems
- Create a 3D architectural CAD model of a complete office building, with associated construction drawings
- Core Ability Supported: Think Critically and Solve Problems