AutoCAD

Career Certificate
Cost
$2,650

Start drafting your future

With a Certificate in AutoCAD, use computer-aided design software to leave your mark on the world. You can enter the workforce in an entry-level drafting position or earn a promotion. Course work such as labs, lectures and reading assignments cover:

  • using AutoCAD to complete drawing sets
  • choosing appropriate drawing tools for each design to increase productivity
  • measuring and reading dimensions using scales

What can you do with a Certificate in AutoCAD?

With this certificate you have the opportunity to take an entry level position in any drafting field. You can work in architectural fields that use Revit software or for yourself as an independent contractor.

Depending on your current education and experience your role could be:

  • entry-level CAD technician – Revit
  • entry-level mechanical drafter/designer
  • entry-level drafter

Highlights

  • WIOA Program

    Eligible for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)-awarded vouchers.

  • 100% Online

    Can be completed 100% online.

  • Career Certificate

    Earn a career certificate in 1 year or less to refine your skills into an in-demand career.

  • Program Length: 4 Months

    Full-time students finish in 4 months.

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Recommended Pathway

This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.

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  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Dual credit options available
  • Global citizenship
  • Online/Virtual options available

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    CAD 110

    CAD 110 CAD/CAM Concepts

    Class Description

    This course will introduce the student to how computers are used in Computer Aided Design. The course will cover basic functions of Windows operating system, as well as computer hardware and software and how the operating system relates to the use of both. Extensive use of the internet will be used to download software and information. CAD software will be introduced including AutoCAD (for 2D drawings), Inventor (for 3D mechanical parts), and Revit (for 3D architectural models).
         		3
    CAD 117

    CAD 117 Introduction to AutoCAD

    Class Description

    The course is designed to introduce students to the use of AutoCAD for computer-aided design and drafting. 2D drawing, modifying and dimensioning is emphasized. NOTE: Completion of CAD 110 is recommended.
         		3
    CAD 111

    CAD 111 CAD Drafting Application

    Class Description

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the tools and graphical communication techniques of the CAD-drafting profession. Topics include geometric constructions, sketching, scales, multiviews, sectional views, auxiliary views, dimensioning, pictorial views, threads and fasteners, and assembly drawings. Drafting skills/knowledge are learned/gained through intensive classroom practice, discussions and demonstrations using professionally prepared materials
         		4
    • Course Code CAD 110
      Course Title

      CAD 110 CAD/CAM Concepts

      Class Description

      This course will introduce the student to how computers are used in Computer Aided Design. The course will cover basic functions of Windows operating system, as well as computer hardware and software and how the operating system relates to the use of both. Extensive use of the internet will be used to download software and information. CAD software will be introduced including AutoCAD (for 2D drawings), Inventor (for 3D mechanical parts), and Revit (for 3D architectural models).
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CAD 117
      Course Title

      CAD 117 Introduction to AutoCAD

      Class Description

      The course is designed to introduce students to the use of AutoCAD for computer-aided design and drafting. 2D drawing, modifying and dimensioning is emphasized. NOTE: Completion of CAD 110 is recommended.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CAD 111
      Course Title

      CAD 111 CAD Drafting Application

      Class Description

      This course is designed to introduce the student to the tools and graphical communication techniques of the CAD-drafting profession. Topics include geometric constructions, sketching, scales, multiviews, sectional views, auxiliary views, dimensioning, pictorial views, threads and fasteners, and assembly drawings. Drafting skills/knowledge are learned/gained through intensive classroom practice, discussions and demonstrations using professionally prepared materials
      Credits 4
      Course Highlights

Total Credit Hours

10

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CAD-Drafting Technology at CLC

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