The Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) program offers an exciting and profitable future for graduates. Students who enroll in CADD at Grayson College learn the latest drafting software as well as the essentials for a challenging and satisfying career. Students learn basic drafting techniques, 2D drawing, solid modeling, 3D parametric modeling, and 3D printing. As technology expands, the need for technical support people also expands. Over 95% of Grayson College’s CADD graduates get a job in the drafting field or continue their education at a four-year institution. 3D modeling is rapidly growing in various industries including; medical, art, food, clothing, film, animation, gaming, architecture, manufacturing, industrial design, and interior design. The CADD curriculum at Grayson College prepares students for jobs in mechanical, electromechanical, architectural, industrial and technical illustration, as well as the previously mentioned areas of interest.
The Computer Aided Drafting and Design program offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Computer Aid Drafting and Design Technology, the Drafting Assistant Certificate and the Computer Aided Drafting Technician Certificate.
The Computer Aided Drafting Technician Certificate and the Drafting Assistant Certificate require a high school diploma or equivalent. The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree requires that TSI requirements are met.
Graduation with a Computer Aided Drafting Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design Technology requires the successful completion of a comprehensive exit exam.
| Subject | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| DFTG 1425 (Blueprint/Sketching) | 4 |
| DFTG 1309 (Basic Computer Aided Drafting) | 3 |
| DFTG 1317 (Architectural Drafting - Residential) | 3 |
| Communication Core | 3 |
| DFTG 1405 (Technical Drafting) | 4 |
| Language, Philosophy, and Culture/Creative Arts Core | 3 |
| DFTG 2331 (Advanced Technologies in Architectural Design & Drafting) | 3 |
| DFTG 1433 (Mechanical Drafting) | 4 |
| DFTG 2419 (Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting) | 4 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences Core | 3 |
| DFTG Elective | 4 |
| DFTG 2430 (Civil Drafting) | 4 |
| DFTG Elective | 4 |
| Communications Core | 3 |
| DFTG 2440 (Solid Modeling/Design) | 4 |
| DFTG 2438 (Final Project - Adv. Drafting) | 4 |
| DFTG Elective | 4 |
| MATH 1314 (College Algebra) | 3 |
| total: | 60 |
Capstone Experience: All students must complete the capstone requirement. Successful completion of a comprehensive exit exam prior to graduation.
*Please review your Student Planner or contact your Success Coach/Faculty Mentor to review which courses may be used to fill core degree requirements.
Electives:
| Subject | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| DFTG 1309 (Basic Computer-Aided Drafting) | 3 |
| DFTG 1317 (Architectural Drafting - Residential) | 3 |
| DFTG 1405 (Technical Drafting) | 4 |
| SPCH 1311 (Introduction to Speech Communication) or SPCH 1321(Business & Professional Communication) | 3 |
| DFTG 2331 (Advanced Techologies in Architectural Design & Drafting) | 3 |
| DFTG 1433 (Mechanical Drafting) | 4 |
| DFTG 2419 (Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting) | 4 |
| Total: | 24 |
Capstone Experience: All students must complete the capstone requirement. Successful completion of a comprehensive exit exam prior to graduation.
| Subject | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| DFTG 1309 (Basic Computer-Aided Drafting) | 3 |
| DFTG 1317 (Architectural Drafting - Residential) | 3 |
| DFTG 1405 (Technical Drafting) | 4 |
| DFTG 2419 (Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting) | 4 |
| SPCH 1311 (Introduction to Speech Communication) or SPCH 1321 (Business & Professional Communication) | 3 |
| total: | 17 |
Capstone Experience: All students must complete the capstone requirement. Successful completion of a comprehensive exit exam prior to graduation.