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. 

Program Level Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

1. Operate 2D CAD computer software and apply the principles of drafting to create industry standard manufacturing prints.
2. Identify dimensioning standards and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
3. Design solid models, assemblies, and detail drawings using a feature-based parametric design CAD program.
4. Assess cost-efficient use of 3D printing technology.
5. Apply mathematics, measuring conventions, scale and mass property analysis.

Potential careers students may enter upon completion are as follows:

• Mechanical drafting
• Civil drafting
• Electrical drafting
• Industrial drafting
• Architectural drafting
• 3D printing

Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.

Course List Units

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 List Units

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 any additional course from Area A-D		3
Units		13

Course List Units

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 A2: Communication and Analytical Thinking course		4-6
Area C: Arts & Humanities course		3
Units		13-15

Year 2:

Course List Units

Course	Title	Units
Semester 3
DRAF G110	Basic Engineering Drafting II, Computer Aided Drafting	3
Area B: Natural Sciences course		3-5
Math Competency		3
If Mathematics is satisfied, take Elective coursework for a total of 3 units
Elective coursework for a total of 3-6 units		3-6
Units		12-17

Course List Units

Course	Title	Units
Semester 4
DRAF G170	Advanced 3D Mechanical Design	3
Ethnic Studies Competency		3
Elective coursework to reach a minimum of 60 units		Varies
Units		13-17
Total Degree Units		60

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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.