Associate degrees in Drafting and Design Technology + Technician, General: A program that prepares individuals to generally apply technical skills to create working drawings and computer simulations for a variety of applications. Includes instruction in specification interpretation, dimensioning techniques, drafting calculations, material estimation, technical communications, computer applications, and interpersonal communications.
The Associate in Applied Science Degree Program in Mechanical Technology - Design Drafting at Adirondack Community College trains the student to enter full-time employment as a beginning drafter, capable of making complete and accurate detail and assembly drawings. Other employment possibilities include work as an estimator, structural detailer, entry-level CAD operator, and clerk of the works. This curriculum can also lead to transfer to senior institutions...
An associate in science degree in architectural drafting prepares students to articulate into a professional program at a four-year institution, which offers a baccalaureate degree or equips students for an entry-level position in the building industry such as drafter, inspector, or materials technician.
Computer graphics for engineering technology are emphasized in this program as students are prepared for a wide variety of occupations in design drafting fields. A CAD (computer-aided drafting design) lab is utilized, fully equipped with software recommended by industry. While foundations in traditional drafting methods are included, the use of computers gives students the opportunity to participate in the paradigm shift into high-tech subjects such...
Drafting Technology is a 2 year associates degree program that produces quality trained drafters and designers that are capable of converting ideas and solutions into 2D drawings and 3D models using state-of-the-art techniques and software. Many of the area industries employ Drafting Technology students as drafters and designers. Disciplines such as piping, architectural, mechanical and civil are just a few that offer a rewarding career in drafting...
Provides hands-on computer-assisted drafting skills to assist students in technical careers of drafting. A combination of drafting disciplines specifically designed to be enhanced by use of the computer with major emphasis placed on mechanical, architectural, electrical, and engineering practices.
The ARC Design Technology degree emphasizes the basic skills needed for success in architectural, mechanical, and engineering occupations. These include the design process, drafting standards and practices, technical communication, material sciences, and design critique. The use of computers and various computer aided design drafting (CADD) softwares are emphasized throughout the program....
The requirements for an associate degree Drafting/Computer Aided Design may be satisfied by completing the certificate program in addition to the associate degree requirements. Except in cases of a prerequisite requirement, it is not required to take courses in exactly this sequence; they are recommended in this order to facilitate success.
Recommended Plan of Study
First Semester units
ENGR 115, Basic Engineering
Drawing 3
ENGR 120, Introduction...
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Appropriate placement test score or concurrent enrollment in ENGL0460.
Appropriate placement test score or concurrent enrollment in READ0460.
Appropriate placement test score or concurrent enrollment in MATH 0470.
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