Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the associate degree and diploma programs in Drafting Technology will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Explain and demonstrate the proper use of AutoCAD in the profession by performing all necessary commands to create 2-D and 3-D drawings.
• Use the most current CAD programs to prepare mechanical drawings from sketches and projects with minimal supervision.
• Use the most current CAD programs to prepare architectural drawings from sketches and projects with minimal supervision.
• Create complete sets of working drawings using critical thinking skills related to problem solving and manipulation of complex technical data related to mechanical and architectural designs.
• Demonstrate the personal and professional ethics and interpersonal skills that are expected in the workplace.

Graduates of the technical certificate in Advanced CAD Technician will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Competently conduct site surveys.
• Assist in preparing architectural drawings using appropriate software or assist in preparing mechanical drawings using appropriate software.
• Assist maintaining documentation of drawings.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and clients.
• Demonstrate the personal and professional ethics and interpersonal skills that are expected in the workplace. 

Graduates of the technical certificate in Drafter's Assistant will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Assist in site surveys.
• Assist in maintaining documentation of drawings.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and clients.
• Demonstrate the personal and professional ethics and interpersonal skills that are expected in the workplace. 

Graduates of the technical certificate in Landscape Design will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Understand and interpret the environment.
• Consider the social aspects of space.
• Understand ethical considerations in landscape design.
• Perceive and interpret the landscape.
• Consider landscapes as reflected in the arts, cartography, and photography.
• Prepare digital media for presentation.
• Demonstrate the personal and professional ethics and interpersonal skills that are expected in the workplace.