Computer-Aided Drafting and Design, Associate in Science/
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: Yes
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus
Location(s): Cocoa, Melbourne
Additional Limited Access Application Process Required: No
Program Testing Requirements: Assessment in Reading, Writing, and Math
Academic Community: STEM Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Program Code: DRAS
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 15.1302
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: 1615130202
The Computer-Aided Drafting and Design A.S. degree program has the following associated College Credit Certificates (CCCs):
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, scientists, technical writers, production personnel, and salespersons to help design new products. Technical drafters translate ideas, sketches, calculations, and specifications into complete, accurate working drawings used by skilled craftspersons in the manufacture of products.
| 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 1540 | Civil Drafting | 4 |
| ETDC 2320 | AutoCAD Fundamentals | 4 |
| ETDC 2340 | Advanced AutoCAD | 4 |
| ETDC 2355 | AutoCAD 3D | 3 |
| ETDC 2357 | Parametric Modeling | 3 |
| 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 from the following: | 9 | |
| Introduction to Electronics | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Internship | ||
| Blueprint Reading | ||
| Creo Parametric | ||
| SolidWorks Fundamentals | ||
| Mechanical Measurement | ||
| Vector Graphics | ||
| Intermediate Algebra | ||
| Mathematical Literacy | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
| Term 1 | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENC 1101 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| ETDC 2320 | AutoCAD Fundamentals | 4 |
| Technical Electives 1 | 6 | |
| Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| ETDC 2340 | Advanced AutoCAD | 4 |
| ETDC 2357 | Parametric Modeling | 3 |
| Mathematics Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science/Core-Civic Literacy Requirement | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| ETDC 1540 | Civil Drafting | 4 |
| ETDC 2355 | AutoCAD 3D | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 7 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| ETDC 2545 | Advanced Civil Drafting | 4 |
| TARC 1120 | Architectural Drafting | 4 |
| Technical Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Support Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| CGS 2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| TARC 2122 | Advanced Architectural Drafting | 4 |
| Natural Science Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Humanities Core Requirement | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- 1
Technical Electives
Select 9 credit hours from the following:
EET 1084 Introduction to Electronics
ENC 2210 Technical Writing
ETD 2941 Internship
ETDC 1150 Blueprint Reading
ETDC 2322 Creo Parametric
ETDC 2364 SolidWorks Fundamentals
ETMC 1010 Mechanical Measurement
GRAC 2156 Vector Graphics
MAT 1033 Intermediate Algebra
MGF 1100 Mathematical Literacy
- 2
Support Course
Select one of the following:
ENC 1102 Composition 2
OST 2335 Business Communications
SLS 1101 Success Strategies for College and Life
Learning Outcomes: Computer-Aided Drafting & Design A.S.
- 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