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Program Details
Program Title
Computer-Aided Drafting & Design Technology 		Campus
South
Academic Programs (206) 768-6600
Type of Degree
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
This program provides training for employment in civil, architectural, and mechanical drafting positions. Instruction includes a combination of technical knowledge and skill development in areas such as orthographic projection, descriptive geometry, sections, dimensions, auxilaries, materials and processes, presentation graphics, design models, and surveying, culminating in a comprehensive design/drafting project. Training in computer-aided design (CAD) is an integral part of the program.
Degree Requirements
Completion of Certificate Program: 46 credits
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Technical Specialty Courses
COURSE NoCOURSE TITLECREDITS
MET 102 CREATIVE TECHNICAL PROBLEM SOLVING
The following may be substituted for the above course:
ENGR 116 - Engineering Design & Creativity (4 credits)
Check prerequisites before substituting ENGR 116 for MET 102 		3
TDR 160 SURVEYING/CAD CIVIL 5
TDR 169 CAD - ELECTRICAL 4
TDR 228 CAD SHEET METAL/HVAC 4
TDR 231 ADVANCED CAD 3-D 3
TDR 236 DESIGN PROJECT CONSIDERATIONS 1
TDR 237 DESIGN PROJECT I 2
TDR 238 DESIGN PROJECT II 2
TDR 263 APPLIED MECHANICS I 2
TDR 268 ARCHITECTURAL/STRUCTURAL 4
TDR 272 APPLIED MECHANICS II 2
TDR 298 SPECIAL TOPICS, DRAFTING
Credit range: 1 - 10
Total required credits: 3 		10
Related Instruction
COURSE NoCOURSE TITLECREDITS
ENGL 106 TECHNICAL WRITING 3
ENGL 108 TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING 3
Electives
Total required Elective credits: 6

Students must select courses that support their overall technical objectives.
Requires signed approval from Dean of Technology or his designee.

A minimum of 6 credits in two of the following areas:
- Visual, Literary, & Performing Arts
- Individuals, Cultures, & Societies
- The Natural World
Total credits: 93

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