Drafting and Design Technology, Associate in Science
Program Code: DRAS
Meta-Major: STEM
Location(s): Cocoa, Melbourne
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: Yes
Additional Limited Access Application Process Required: No
Program Testing Requirements: CPT - Common Placement Test (PERT, ACCUPLACER, SAT, ACT)
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 15.1302
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: 1615130202
The Drafting and Design Technology 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. Visit the program page for more details and how to apply.
Program Requirements
| 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 | ||
| Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems | ||
| Vector Graphics | ||
| Intermediate Algebra | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
Learning Outcomes: Drafting & Design Technology 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