Computer Aided Design and Drafting, Associate in Arts Degree
Banner Code: 2_AA_DRAFT
Control Number: 11434
Financial Aid Eligible
This program prepares students for careers in engineering and architectural drafting disciplines. Courses incorporate analyzation of industry standard manufacturing prints and realistic 3D modeling. Students will apply 2D and 3D CAD software to design projects, 3D-printed prototypes and create a professional portfolio. Opportunities for employment are available in many related industrial disciplines. General education courses are required to obtain an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree and to transfer to higher education institutions.
Potential careers students may enter upon completion are as follows:
- Mechanical drafting
- Civil drafting
- Electrical drafting
- Industrial drafting
- Architectural drafting
- 3D printing
Program Level Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Operate 2D CAD computer software and apply the principles of drafting to create industry standard manufacturing prints.
- Identify dimensioning standards and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Design solid models, assemblies, and detail drawings using a feature-based parametric design CAD program.
- Assess cost-efficient use of 3D printing technology.
- Apply mathematics, measuring conventions, scale and mass property analysis.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| DRAF G101 | Basic Computer Aided Design Drafting | 3 |
| DRAF G105 | Basic Engineering Drafting I, Computer Aided Drafting | 3 |
| DRAF G110 | Basic Engineering Drafting II, Computer Aided Drafting | 3 |
| DRAF G170 | Advanced 3D Mechanical Design | 3 |
| Recommended Electives | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6-8 | |
| ART G107 | Color and Design: 2D | 3 |
| ART G108 | Color Theory | 3 |
| ART G109 | Color and Design: 3D | 3 |
| BUS G130 | Introduction to Business Writing | 3 |
| BUS G139 | Business Communication | 3 |
| COOP G191C | Cooperative Work Experience - General | 1-4 |
| DART G105 | Digital 2D Design & Color Theory | 3 |
| MATH G115 | College Algebra | 4 |
| MATH G120 | Trigonometry | 3 |
| MATH G180 | Calculus 1 | 4 |
| Major Total | 18-20 | |
| GE Pattern (Local, CSU GE-Breadth, or IGETC) | 18-39 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
Recommended Program Sequence
These sequences are general course maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, completion of short-term certificates, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. However, this may not be an appropriate path for all students. The two-year sequence is based on English and Math placement and meeting other course prerequisites. Students are advised to meet with a GWC Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Year 1:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| DRAF G101 | Basic Computer Aided Design Drafting | 3 |
| ENGL G100 | Freshman Composition ^ | 4 |
| Elective coursework for a total of 3 units | 3 | |
| Area E: Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development or Area A: English Language, Area B: Natural Sciences, Area C: Arts & Humanities, Area D: Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Units | 13 | |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | ||
| DRAF G105 | Basic Engineering Drafting I, Computer Aided Drafting | 3 |
| ART G107 | Color and Design: 2D | 3 |
| or ART G109 | Color and Design: 3D | |
| Area A: English Language, Communication, and Analytical Thinking | 3-5 | |
| Area C: Arts & Humanities course | 3 | |
| Units | 12-14 | |
Year 2:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 3 | ||
| DRAF G110 | Basic Engineering Drafting II, Computer Aided Drafting | 3 |
| Area B: Natural Science course | 3-5 | |
| Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of Algebra 2 in High School with a "C" or better): MATH G030, MATH G040, or MATH G080. | ||
| MATH G030 | Intermediate Algebra | 4 |
| MATH G040 | Accelerated Elementary and Intermediate Algebra | 5 |
| MATH G080 | Pre-Statistics | 5 |
| If Math competency is satisfied, take Elective coursework for a total of 3 units | 3 | |
| Elective coursework for a total of 3-6 units | 3-6 | |
| Units | 12-17 | |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 4 | ||
| DRAF G170 | Advanced 3D Mechanical Design | 3 |
| Cultural Diversity requirement # | 3 | |
| Elective coursework to reach a minimum of 60 units | Varies | |
| Units | 13-17 | |
| Total minimum units required | 60 | |
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Cultural Diversity requirement list of approved courses
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Program sequence may not be recommended for students who self-place into ENGL G100S. Students should see a Counselor for appropriate advisement.