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Program Overview

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CAD Drafting Technology


Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences Division, Room T302, (847)543-2044

https://www.clcillinois.edu/programs/egrdv/cad-drafting-technology
Degree: Associate in Applied Science
Plan 24DC

This program prepares students for employment and advancement in all aspects of design utilizing the latest CAD software. As a designer you’ll work under the supervision of an engineer or Architect to create/revise/conceptualize design in their perspective fields. This degree leads into the fields Mechanical Design/Technician, Architectural Designer/Technician, Survey Technician CAD, and Civil Technician.

To complete an A.A.S., students are strongly encouraged to meet with an Academic Success Advisor to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements.


Recommended Plan of Study

Summer Semester

6 Credits

CoURSE

Title

Hours

course ^

College Success Seminar

2

course

CAD Drafting Applications (offered Summer only)

4

First Semester

15 Credits

CoURSE

Title

Hours

course

CAD/CAM Concepts

3

course

Introduction to AutoCAD

3

course

Introduction to Solidworks

3

course

Communication Skills

3

course

Technical Composition I

3

Second Semester

15 Credits

CoURSE

Title

Hours

course

AutoCAD II

3

course

Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing

3

course

Solidworks II

3

course

Mechanical Drafting

3

course

Applied Mathematics I

3

Summer Semester

3 Credits

CoURSE

Title

Hours

course

Mechanical Design and Drafting

3

Third Semester

12 Credits

CoURSE

Title

Hours

course

Civil Drafting

3

course

Introduction to Revit

3

course

Economics for Business and Industry

3

course

Introduction to Sociology

3

Fourth Semester

12 Credits

CoURSE

Title

Hours

course

Drafting for MEP

3

course

Drafting for Surveyors

3

course

Revit II

3

course

Drafting for Civil Engineers

3

Total Hours for A.A.S. Degree

63

CLC 120 is an institutional requirement for graduation.

For more information on recommended courses or program specific advising, contact the Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences division at (847) 543-2044.

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