AutoCAD Foundations, College Credit Certificate
Program Code: AFCC
Meta-Major: INMC
Location(s): Cocoa, Melbourne
Delivery Method(s): On-Campus, Hybrid
Previous Degree Required: HS Diploma
Eligible for Financial Aid: No
Additional Limited Access Application Process Required: No
Program Testing Requirements:
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code: 15.1302
Florida Department of Education CIP Code: 0615130204
This certificate is part of the Drafting and Design Technology A.S. program.
This certificate program teaches the skills needed to operate the hardware and software involving Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). Some of the topics covered include an emphasis on the 3D environment, wire frame and solids modeling, and land development drawings utilizing CAD. Credits earned in this certificate also apply to the Associate in Science (A.S.) degree in Drafting and Design Technology. Visit the program page for more details and how to apply.
Refer to course descriptions to determine prerequisites.
Certificate Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Courses | ||
| CGS 2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| ETDC 1150 | Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| ETDC 2320 | AutoCAD Fundamentals | 4 |
| ETDC 2355 | AutoCAD 3D | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Credit Hours | |
| ETDC 1150 | Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| ETDC 2320 | AutoCAD Fundamentals | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 7 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| CGS 2100 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| ETDC 2355 | AutoCAD 3D | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 7 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 14 | |
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