Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the associate of applied science 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 and 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 certificate program in Advanced CAD Technician will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Conduct site surveys. 
• Assist in using the most current CAD programs to prepare mechanical drawings and architectural drawings from sketches and projects with minimal supervision.
• Assist in 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 certificate program 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 certificate program in AutoCAD User will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Conduct site surveys.
• Assist in preparing architectural drawings using appropriate software.
• Assist in preparing mechanical drawings using appropriate software.

Graduates of the certificate program Drafting Aide User will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Assist in site surveys.
• Assist maintaining documentation of drawings.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and clients.

Graduates of the certificate program in CAD Operator will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Competently conduct site surveys.
• Assist in preparing architectural drawings using appropriate software.
• Assist in preparing mechanical drawings using appropriate software.
• Assist maintaining documentation of drawings.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and clients.

Graduates of the certificate program CAD Operator Mechanical will be able to complete the following tasks:

• Competently conduct site surveys
• Assist in preparing architectural drawings using appropriate software.
• Assist in preparing mechanical drawings using appropriate software.
• Assist maintaining documentation of drawings.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and clients.