Design Drafting/CAD

Would you like to…

• Learn CAD and become part of one of the most sought after positions of the next century

• Design machine parts used in automobiles and aircraft or even parts that might be used in the space program

• Help design an industrial robot

• Draw house plans for a contractor, or help with the design of a new sports stadium or even skyscrapers

These jobs are available

• Drafter – computer aided

• Drafter – mechanical

• Drafter – building services

• Engineer – support

• Detailer – structural steel

• Estimator – building services

Course Description

Drafting and Design Technology is a one or two-year course designed for juniors or seniors in high school intending to enter drafting or engineering fields. The program is structured so that upon completion, the students will be qualified to enter a wide variety of engineering graphic or architectural areas at an entry level. The student may also continue post-high school training in drafting if desired.

In one year, the program concentrates on general drafting skills with an emphasis on mechanical drafting areas including welding, sheet metal, gearings, castings, power transfer and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD).
The other year encompasses architectural and 3-D modeling areas such as architectural history, styles, design, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural details and codes.

It is recommended that students have two units of mathematics with average or better grades. Algebra and Geometry would be helpful, but strong basic math skills are essential.

Program: One or Two Years
Level: Junior and Senior/Post Secondary
Credit: 3 Units Per Year
Prerequisite: 2 Units Algebra I or Higher